CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, a leading Data Center, and Cloud Hosting Provider with expanding operations in Cyprus, we are seeking to recruit a Network Engineer to join their growing team based in Larnaca. The successful candidate will be actively involved in new networking projects as well as supporting, developing, and optimizing a growing, globally distributed high-performance network infrastructure. Our client is seeking applicants who are educated to degree level in a related field, who possess 2+ years of proven experience in network engineering, with hands-on expertise in configuring and managing network devices. You will need to have strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), and firewall configurations, and good verbal and written communication skills in English. An attractive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, which includes a 13th salary, and hybrid working options.

Key Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Operate, maintain, and expand company's network across data centres, covering routing, switching, firewalls, and customer connectivity, following the architecture and standards set by the Network Team Lead.
• Run day-to-day network operations: monitor traffic and device health, resolve incidents, and identify recurring issues early.
• Configure and maintain BGP sessions, transit, peering, and cross-connects.
• Implement and maintain firewall rules, ACLs, DDoS mitigation, and access controls. Take part in vulnerability reviews.
• Work with systems, support, and sales teams on customer network requirements, including latency-sensitive trading workloads, with designs reviewed by the Network Team Lead.
• Maintain accurate network records: configurations, topology diagrams, IP allocations, and runbooks.
• Propose improvements, automation, and new tooling to the Network Team Lead.
• Provide cover for the Network Team Lead during absences, acting as the escalation point for network incidents during that time; participate in the on-call rotation.
• Support audits and compliance (including ISO 27001) through change control and configuration reviews against policy.

Key Skills/Experience: 

• 2+ years of proven experience in network engineering, with hands-on expertise in configuring and managing network devices.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, VLANs, VPNs, routing protocols (BGP, OSPF, EIGRP), and firewall configurations.
• Hands-on experience with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools. Ability to analyze logs and metrics for proactive issue resolution.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a detail-oriented and analytical mindset. Ability to diagnose complex network issues and implement long-term solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English. Comfortable interacting with stakeholders at all levels, including non-technical teams.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Capable of handling multiple projects and prioritizing tasks effectively.

Nice to Have: 

• Industry certifications such as CCNP, CCNA, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Certifications in cloud networking (AWS, Azure, etc) or cybersecurity (CISSP, CEH) will be considered a strong plus.
• Experience with SD-WAN, cloud networking, and automation tools will be considered a strong plus.

Key Benefits: 

• 13th Salary.
• Hybrid Work: 2 days remote, 3 days in-office (after 6-month probation).
• Annual Performance Bonus.
• Half-day off on your Birthday.
• Opportunities for further education, professional development, and certifications.

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to [email protected] quoting the reference number CAR9398. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.