Cyprus Research and Academic Network (CYNET)
Network Engineer
The Cyprus Research and Academic Network (CYNET), is seeking to recruit a capable and motivated Network Engineer to join its team. The successful candidate must have solid knowledge of IP networking, routing protocols, and carrier‑grade infrastructure. The Network Engineer will be responsible for the planning, operation, and maintenance of CYNET’s backbone and customer connections, ensuring reliable and secure services to the research and education community of Cyprus.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Configure, operate, and maintain CYNET’s backbone routers, switches, and firewalls.
· Manage BGP peering with international and national partners, including GÉANT and upstream ISPs.
· Support L2/L3 connectivity services, including MPLS, VPNs, VLANs, and dedicated circuits.
· Monitor backbone network performance and ensure high availability.
· Troubleshoot and resolve complex network incidents and performance issues.
· Plan and execute capacity upgrades (10G, 40G, 100G links).
· Manage customer connections and ensure service provisioning for institutions.
· Implement and maintain network security controls, including DDoS mitigation solutions.
· Document network topology, configurations, and operational procedures.
· Participate in the development of new services (eduroam, eduGAIN, VPN, cybersecurity services).
· Collaborate with GÉANT, other NRENs, and national operators on interconnection projects.
· Participate in incident response and on-call rotations as required.
Academic-Professional Qualifications / Work Experience:
· BSc in Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or related field.
· 3–5 years’ experience in network engineering, preferably in ISP or carrier environments.
· Hands-on experience with BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and IPv4/IPv6.
· Familiarity with Juniper and/or Cisco service provider platforms (MX, NCS, ASR, etc.).
· Solid understanding of routing policies, traffic engineering, and peering practices.
· Practical experience with firewalls, VPNs, and RADIUS servers.
· Experience with monitoring platforms (Zabbix, Nagios, Flowmon, or similar).
· Scripting and automation knowledge (Python, Ansible) considered an asset.
· Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills. Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
Other Preferred Experience:
· CCNA or equivalent networking certification (preferred).
· Experience managing network protocols and services (DHCP, DNS, SNMP, etc.).
· Knowledge of DWDM, optical transport, and carrier Ethernet.
· Experience with MANRS, ISO 27001, or NIS2 compliance frameworks.
· Exposure to cybersecurity principles and network security operations.
· Experience with virtualized environments and cloud interconnects.
Other Qualities:
· Team Player
· Professional manners towards colleagues, associates and organisation
· Trustworthy
· Working effectively in strict and tight schedules
· Able to perform under pressure
Salary:
Based on experience and qualifications
Benefits:
· Competitive salary and benefits package
· Opportunity to work on cutting-edge security technologies
· Collaborative and supportive work environment
· Opportunities for professional development and growth
General:
· All interested parties are requested to send the relevant application form (https://cynet.ac.cy/about/vacancies), CV and copies of the evidence of titles / examinations they have obtained, at the following email address: secretariat@cynet.ac.cy
· Applications submitted in any other way than the above or after the deadline or not fully completed or not having attached the necessary documents will be rejected.
· Deadline for the submission of applications: Friday, 5th December 2025.
For more information, applicants may contact CYNET (tel.: 96597015) between 9.00 and 13.00 hours, or send an email to info@cynet.ac.cy, indicating in the email’s subject “IT Officer application”.
