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Support Officer

On behalf of our Client, a leading maritime satellite communications and technologies provider, we are looking for a Support Officer to be based at their offices in Limassol, Cyprus.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Researches and identifies solutions when software and hardware issues occur.
  • Configures, troubleshoots, and maintains network infrastructure, includes satellite communication systems, routers, switches and firewalls.
  • Deploys, maintains, and upgrades the necessary hardware, software, and network components on board.
  • Diagnoses hardware or software issues, performs maintenance tasks, updates software, and resolves compatibility or performance problems.
  • Implements and maintains cybersecurity measures, such as firewalls, antivirus software, intrusion detection systems, and encryption protocols.
  • Monitors network traffic, conducts security audits, and responds to security incidents remotely in accordance with the agreed procedures.
  • Monitors system logs, network traffic, and other parameters to identify potential issues or anomalies.
  • Diagnoses problems, performs system health checks, and provides necessary guidance to personnel/crew onboard the vessel.
  • Participates in meetings with third party providers, collects requirements and establishes course of action required for integration of third-party services into existing customer infrastructure.
  • Asks customers targeted questions to quickly understand the root of the problem(s) and guides the end user through a series of actions, either via phone or email, until they’ve solved a technical issue.
  • Properly escalates unresolved issues to the respective teams, as needed.
  • Provides prompt and accurate feedback to the customer.
  • Refers to internal database or external resources to provide accurate tech solutions.
  • Prioritizes and manages several open issues at one time, which involves multitasking.
  • Follows up with clients at regular intervals to ensure proper functionality of services and solutions provided.
  • Develops and maintains a solid professional relation with customers.
  • Maintains logs of their actions within the company’s ticketing system and any other platforms (as applicable).

Main Requirements 

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Network Administration, Information Systems Management or adequate experience in a similar position.
  • Networking & Knowledge of services and protocols such as DNS, HTTP, SMTP, STP, SNMP, DHCP.
  • Some exposure to Linux (Debian).
  • Working experience with security appliances, primarily FortiNet devices.
  • Base understanding of cyber security concepts.
  • Knowledge of setting up wireless networks and access points.
  • Fluency in the English language.
  • Good communication skills (written and oral).
  • Ability to provide good quality analysis, sometimes at a short notice, due to the urgency of each requirement from the customers.
  • Ability to provide step-by-step technical help, both written and verbal.

Benefit

  • A competitive remuneration package
  • 13 salaries 
  • Medical insurance scheme 
  • Continuous professional development and training opportunities

All CVs will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.