About Statertek

At Statertek, we believe great software is built by great teams.

Based in Limassol, Cyprus, we are a software development company designing, building, and maintaining the technology businesses rely on. From web platforms and mobile applications to payment systems and AI-powered products, we deliver innovative, scalable, and reliable software solutions for clients across Europe, the Gulf, and beyond.

Our engineers, designers, and QA professionals work together from the first sprint through production and beyond. We believe in collaboration, ownership, continuous learning, and building products that make a real difference.

We invest in talent, create opportunities for professional growth, and believe in promoting from within. Whether you are starting your career or bringing years of experience, you will have the opportunity to contribute, learn from talented colleagues, and see the impact of your work.

Then in metal, now in code.

If you are passionate about technology, enjoy solving complex challenges, and want to build software that matters, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Network Security Appliance Engineer to join our Technology Operations team. This role is responsible for the end-to-end management, deployment, and optimization of enterprise-grade security appliances (firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPNs) and load balancers, both on-premises and in the cloud. You will play a key part in safeguarding our hybrid network infrastructure, ensuring performance, high availability, and compliance with industry security standards.

Key Responsibilities

Network & Security Appliance Management: Configure, deploy, and maintain security appliances including firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper, Check Point), IPS/IDS, load balancers (F5, Citrix ADC), and VPN concentrators. Ensure optimal performance, availability, and health across all sites and cloud environments.

Firewall, IPS/IDS & Security Policy: Develop, implement, and audit firewall and IPS/IDS policies. Regularly review rulesets and configurations for security and compliance. Respond to security incidents and proactively monitor logs and alerts to detect threats.

Load Balancer Configuration & Traffic Optimization: Design, configure, and maintain application load balancing for high availability, traffic distribution, and performance. Tune and troubleshoot load balancer issues for mission-critical applications.

VPN & Remote Access: Configure and support site-to-site and remote access VPNs (IPSec, SSL VPN). Troubleshoot connectivity issues and ensure secure access for remote users and partners.

Network Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Leverage monitoring tools to track device health, performance, and threats. Investigate and resolve incidents, conduct root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures.

Cloud Security Appliance Management: Deploy and manage security appliances and load balancers in public cloud environments (AWS, Azure), including cloud-based firewalls, WAFs, and VPNs. Integrate with hybrid network architectures.

Automation & Scripting: Develop and maintain scripts (Python, Bash, PowerShell) to automate routine tasks, configuration backups, and reporting.

Documentation & Compliance: Maintain up-to-date documentation for appliance configurations, SOPs, and change logs. Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO, PCI, GDPR) and internal security requirements.

Collaboration & Support: Work with Security, Infrastructure, and Service Desk teams to deliver network security projects. Provide escalation support and knowledge transfer to other IT staff.

Continuous Improvement: Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans. Recommend and implement best practices, new technologies, and process improvements.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field

At least 2 years’ hands-on experience managing network security appliances, firewalls, and load balancers in enterprise or cloud environments

Proficiency in configuring and troubleshooting firewalls (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Juniper, Check Point) and load balancers (F5, Citrix ADC)

Solid understanding of IPS/IDS systems and their integration with network architectures

Experience with cloud security (AWS, Azure), including deployment and management of cloud-native security appliances

Strong knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, VLANs)

Experience with VPNs (IPSec, SSL VPN), access control, and secure remote access

Experience with network monitoring, management, and automation tools

Strong scripting and automation skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell)

Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements (ISO, PCI, GDPR)

Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills

Effective communication and documentation abilities

PREFERRED SKILLS

Relevant certifications: PCNSE, Fortinet NSE, F5 Certified BIG-IP Admin, CCNA/CCNP Security, CompTIA Security+, or similar

Experience implementing Zero Trust, WAFs, and DDoS mitigation solutions

Experience designing secure hybrid and multi-cloud networks

Experience in both B2B and B2C environments

Experience with automation and orchestration platforms (e.g., Ansible, Terraform)

What We Offer

Competitive compensation package.
Collaborative and supportive working environment.
Professional growth, mentorship, and internal career development opportunities.
Opportunity to work on real-world software products and international projects.
Exposure to modern technologies, engineering practices, and innovative solutions.
Cross-functional collaboration with experienced engineers, designers, and QA professionals.
An environment that values ownership, initiative, and the impact of your work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Statertek is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and respectful working environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

We welcome applications from qualified candidates regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or background.

Explore our opportunities: career.statertek.com

Learn more about us: www.statertek.com

Network Security Appliance Engineer

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