Senior Penetration Tester What Impact will you make? #YourOpportunity Do you thrive at solving complex challenges? Want to work on next-generation, cutting-edge products and services that deliver outstanding value? Work with other experts in your field? Work for a world-class organization that provides exceptional career experience and an inclusive and collaborative culture? Want to make an impact that matters? Consider joining Deloitte. We are currently seeking for enthusiastic team players with exceptional penetration testing skills and a well-rounded personality to become part of our dynamic Cyber team based in Athens. The team is part of a global network, where brilliant colleagues collaborate across Deloitte locations, to deliver services to our clients both in Greece and abroad. As a Senior Penetration Tester, you will work in a highly skilled team to perform various Penetration Testing and Red Teaming engagements for our domestic and international clients. Using your offensive skills, you will covertly breach our clients’ networks and provide recommendations to strengthen the client’s security posture. To sharpen your skills, you will be trained with the Offensive Security trainings; you will join the periodic Deloitte Global Ethical Hacking and Red Team knowledge exchange sessions, and perform research on the latest techniques and tools. Moreover, you will serve as a “Subject Matter Expert”, adding interpretive value to findings presented and be responsible for creating and executing custom penetration testing engagements to identify if client systems are vulnerable to security issues. #YourRole Your role as a Senior Penetration Tester will enable you to work alongside fellow Ethical Hackers, who are incredibly passionate about what they do and are characterised by their commitment to working as a team, and their ever-present customer focus. In this role, you will actively participate in technical planning and the delivery of best-in-class service to our clients. In this role, you will find yourself in a personal learning and development fast track and will be given many opportunities to get exposure and make an impact that matters. During your tenure as a Senior Penetration Tester, you will be able to:

• Be part of a truly global community of Deloitte experts in Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security;
• Work on projects focused on identifying security vulnerabilities on client’s infrastructure, Web and Mobile Apps etc.;
• Find creative ways to obtain a foothold in a client’s network;
• Apply an adversary mindset to simulate sophisticated actors and achieve project-specific objectives;
• Stealthily move laterally within client’s IT environments, making sure not to trigger any alarms;
• Perform research and develop your own tools and sharpen your tradecraft;
• Share your research within the Deloitte Global Hacking and Red Team community;
• Turning security weaknesses into tailored and concrete recommendations;
• Translate technical issues into business risks;
• Facilitating Purple Team workshops and training defensive teams of clients in to identify tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs) used by adversaries;
• Receive training and attain certifications in the use of cutting-edge cybersecurity products but also on various cybersecurity engineering topics.

#WinningRequirements To qualify for the role, you must have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, or related work experience
• Experience with penetration testing like Web Application, Mobile, Infrastructure and Vulnerability Assessments both on *nix and Windows environments;
• Expertise using Kali Linux and tools like Burp, Metasploit, Covenant, Cobalt Strike, and Nessus;
• Experience effectively prioritizing workload to meet deadlines and work objectives;
• Demonstrated ability to write clearly, succinctly, and in a manner that appeals to a wide audience;
• Consultant mindset, commitment to teamwork, and ability to build strong client relationships.
• Strong communication skills (in Greek and in English).
• Ability to maintain professionalism and always strive for high ethical standards.
• 3+ years of experience in Penetration Testing and/or Red Teaming;
• Willingness to research new security testing techniques and tradecraft;
• Preferred hands on experience with Red Teaming.

Ideally:

• Military obligations fulfilled where applicable
• Preferred professional qualifications: OSCP, OSEP, OSCE, OSWE, CRTO, PACES etc.
• Web Security Academy (PortSwigger)
• Hack the Box level: Pro Hacker

#ChooseDeloitteif:

• You want to work with inspiring, ambitious, and supportive people with diverse geographical and academic backgrounds and extensive skills.
• You get excitement in managing clients shifting priorities and accomplish tasks in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• You like to nurture people and share your knowledge with others.

#AboutDeloitte Our services Deloitte offers Global professional services that include Audit, Risk Advisory, Tax, Consulting and Financial Advisory. Our approach combines insight and innovation from multiple disciplines with global business and industry expertise to help our clients excel anywhere in the world. We deliver outstanding impact on the reputation and success of our clients, in Greece and globally. In pursuing this we contribute to a sustainable and prosperous society, and are firm believers in the positive impact business can and should have on the world it operates within. Our Purpose Our purpose, “To make an impact that matters for our clients, our people and society “- defines who we are and what we stand for. This is not about size, it’s about being the first choice. The first choice for the largest and most influential clients, and the first choice for the best talent. Our values At Deloitte we foster a collaborative culture where talented individuals can produce their best work. We value innovative thinking, diverse insights and a genuinely distinctive level of customer service. We value difference, with respect at the heart of our inclusive culture, and we support agile working arrangements. Our talent experience From day one at our firm, practitioners are part of a community. Our development and career progression framework will help them develop the skills and capabilities to succeed. The wellness of our people and the ability to offer agile working arrangements is at the centre of our unique talent experience. We create a workplace that encourages collaboration, creativity, inclusiveness to ensure our staff are supported, encouraged, and feel a sense of purpose and meaning in what they do each day. Sounds like the sort of role for you? Apply now.

Senior OT Security Engineer – Technology and Transformation – Cyber What impact will you make? #YourOpportunity Do you thrive at solving complex challenges? Want to work on next-generation, cutting-edge products and services that deliver outstanding value? Work with other experts in your field? Work for a world-class organization that provides exceptional career experience and an inclusive and collaborative culture? Want to make an impact that matters? Consider joining Deloitte. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic team player with exceptional security engineering skills and a well-rounded personality to become part of our dynamic Cyber team in our offices in Athens. The team is part of a European network, where brilliant colleagues collaborate across Deloitte locations to deliver services to our clients both in Greece and abroad. As a Senior OT Security Engineer, you will design, implement, and support leading cybersecurity solutions for our clients’ Operational Technology (OT) environments. Typical engagements include the design, deployment, and optimization of security technologies across critical infrastructure and industrial environments, helping organizations enhance the security, resilience, and reliability of their operational systems while addressing emerging cyber threats. #YourRole As a Senior OT Security Engineer, you will work alongside highly skilled Cyber Security professionals who are passionate about technology, committed to excellence, and driven by delivering value to our clients. Collaboration, innovation, and a strong customer focus are at the core of everything we do. In this role, you will contribute to complex OT security engagements, collaborate with leading industry specialists, and help protect some of the most critical operational environments across business-critical sectors. Leveraging Deloitte’s continued investment in emerging technologies, strategic alliances, and specialist talent, you will play a key role in helping organizations enhance the security, resilience, and reliability of the industrial systems that underpin modern society. You will have the opportunity to support the design, delivery, and implementation of best-in-class cybersecurity solutions for leading organizations operating critical infrastructure and industrial assets. Working across technical advisory engagements, security architecture initiatives, and technology implementation projects, you will help clients address evolving cyber risks and strengthen the resilience of their operational technology environments. At Deloitte, you will benefit from continuous learning opportunities, exposure to complex and challenging projects, and the chance to collaborate with experts across our European network – accelerating your professional growth while making an impact that matters. During your tenure as a Senior OT Security Engineer, you should be able to:

• Monitor and secure OT/ICS environments using OT threat-detection platforms.
• Analyze and respond to alerts, identifying anomalies and suspicious activity across industrial networks.
• Support clients in identifying security weaknesses and improving their cyber resilience through the design and development of custom detection rules and use cases tailored to OT/ICS systems.
•  Assess industrial network architectures, improve network segmentation, and enhance the security and operational resilience of OT environments.
• Support vulnerability management activities and remediation planning initiatives across OT environments.
• Cross-functional collaboration with OT, network and field engineers to embed security into operational processes.
• Act as a technical lead during client engagements, solution implementations, and project delivery activities, providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

#WinningRequirements To be successful in this role, you will bring a combination of OT/ICS security expertise and strong network security fundamentals. We are looking for candidates who have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer/Network Engineering, Information Security or a related field – or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in cybersecurity with strong background in Security Network Engineering with hands-on experience on network security controls design, implementation and configuration).
• Hands-on experience with OT/ICS threat-detection and monitoring platforms. Relevant vendor certifications in these technologies will be considered an asset.
• Practical knowledge of industrial environments (PLCs, SCADA, DCS, and HMIs), systems and protocols (Modbus, DNP3, PROFINET, Omnibus, OPC-UA) with knowledge and understanding of the Purdue mode.
• Familiarity with OT security standards and frameworks (e.g., IEC 62443 / ISA 99, NIST SP 800-82), and industrial network architectures.
• Solid understanding of network routing and switching, including VLANs, ACLs, and secure network segmentation. Relevant networking certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent) would be considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of SIEM, IDS/IPS, and firewall technologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong passion for OT cybersecurity and advisory services, coupled with a proactive drive for continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
• Fluency in Greek and English, both written and spoken.

#ChooseDeloitteif:

• You want to work with inspiring, ambitious, and supportive people with diverse geographical and academic backgrounds and extensive skills.
• You get excitement in managing clients shifting priorities and accomplish tasks in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• You like to nurture people and share your knowledge with others.

#AboutDeloitte Our services Deloitte offers Global professional services that include Audit, Risk Advisory, Tax, Consulting and Financial Advisory. Our approach combines insight and innovation from multiple disciplines with global business and industry expertise to help our clients excel anywhere in the world. We deliver outstanding impact on the reputation and success of our clients, in Greece and globally. In pursuing this we contribute to a sustainable and prosperous society, and are firm believers in the positive impact business can and should have on the world it operates within. Our Purpose Our purpose, “To make an impact that matters for our clients, our people and society “- defines who we are and what we stand for. This is not about size, it’s about being the first choice. The first choice for the largest and most influential clients, and the first choice for the best talent. Our values At Deloitte we foster a collaborative culture where talented individuals can produce their best work. We value innovative thinking, diverse insights and a genuinely distinctive level of customer service. We value difference, with respect at the heart of our inclusive culture, and we support agile working arrangements. Our talent experience From day one at our firm, practitioners are part of a community. Our development and career progression framework will help them develop the skills and capabilities to succeed. The wellness of our people and the ability to offer agile working arrangements is at the centre of our unique talent experience. We create a workplace that encourages collaboration, creativity, inclusiveness to ensure our staff are supported, encouraged, and feel a sense of purpose and meaning in what they do each day. Sounds like the sort of role for you? Apply now.

Senior Cyber Security Engineer

What Impact will you make?

#YourOpportunity

Do you thrive at solving complex challenges? Want to work on next-generation, cutting-edge products and services that deliver outstanding value? Work with other experts in your field? Work for a world-class organization that provides exceptional career experience and an inclusive and collaborative culture? Want to make an impact that matters? Consider joining Deloitte.

We are currently seeking for an enthusiastic team player with exceptional security engineering skills and a well-rounded personality to become part of our dynamic Cyber team in our offices in Athens. The team is part of a European network, where brilliant colleagues collaborate across Deloitte locations to deliver services to our clients both in Greece and abroad.

As a Senior Cyber Security Engineer, you will design, develop and support leading security solutions to our clients. Typical engagements include security solutions management such as network, infrastructure, SIEM, XDR, XSOAR, etc.

#YourRole

Your role as a Senior Cyber Security Engineer will enable you to work alongside fellow Cyber Security engineers, who are incredibly passionate about what they do and are characterized by their commitment to working as a team and their ever-present customer focus. In this role, you will actively participate and contribute to technical advisory, planning, delivery and support of best-in-class cybersecurity solution technologies for our clients, and you will find yourself in a personal learning, challenging, and development fast-track and will be given many opportunities to get exposure and make an impact that matters.

During your tenure as a Senior Cyber Security Engineer, you will be able to:

• Be part of a global community of Deloitte experts in Cyber Security Engineering.
• Work on projects focused on development and continuous improvement of security infrastructure.
• Support clients in identifying weaknesses in their infrastructure by deploying, configuring and supporting Cyber Security tools.
• Support your wider team in the delivery of cyber security work, including threat modelling, security architecture assessments, cloud security vulnerability assessments, Infrastructure security management, etc.
• Work closely with the team towards the continuous improvement of services offered.
• Receive training and attain certifications in the use of cutting-edge cybersecurity products but also on various cybersecurity engineering topics.
• Work closely with the best experts from many different disciplines and geographies.

#WinningRequirements

To qualify for the role, you must have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer and Network Engineering, IT,  or equivalent work experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in SOC environment with hands-on knowledge of security-related products and technologies (e.g. Network/Endpoint Security, IDS/IPS, Firewall, SIEM, XDR, SOAR etc.)
• Experience in troubleshooting security and related network issues.
• Professional certifications such as Checkpoint Certification (CCSA), Fortinet NSE4, Cisco CCNA, Microsoft SC-200, Microsoft AZ-500 would be considered a strong plus.
• Commitment to teamwork and ability to build strong client relationships.
• Strong communication skills (in Greek and in English).
• Ability to maintain professionalism and always strive for high ethical standards.
• Military obligations fulfilled where applicable.

#ChooseDeloitteif:

• You want to work with inspiring, ambitious, and supportive people with diverse geographical and academic backgrounds and extensive skills.

• You get excitement in managing clients shifting priorities and accomplish tasks in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• You like to nurture people and share your knowledge with others.

#AboutDeloitte

Our services

Deloitte offers Global professional services that include Audit, Risk Advisory, Tax, Consulting and Financial Advisory. Our approach combines insight and innovation from multiple disciplines with global business and industry expertise to help our clients excel anywhere in the world.

We deliver outstanding impact on the reputation and success of our clients, in Greece and globally. In pursuing this we contribute to a sustainable and prosperous society, and are firm believers in the positive impact business can and should have on the world it operates within.

Our Purpose

Our purpose, “To make an impact that matters for our clients, our people and society “- defines who we are and what we stand for. This is not about size, it’s about being the first choice. The first choice for the largest and most influential clients, and the first choice for the best talent.

Our values

At Deloitte we foster a collaborative culture where talented individuals can produce their best work. We value innovative thinking, diverse insights and a genuinely distinctive level of customer service. We value difference, with respect at the heart of our inclusive culture, and we support agile working arrangements.

Our talent experience

From day one at our firm, practitioners are part of a community. Our development and career progression framework will help them develop the skills and capabilities to succeed. The wellness of our people and the ability to offer agile working arrangements is at the centre of our unique talent experience. We create a workplace that encourages collaboration, creativity, inclusiveness to ensure our staff are supported, encouraged, and feel a sense of purpose and meaning in what they do each day.

Sounds like the sort of role for you? Apply now.

Cyber Intelligence Center Security Analyst (Athens, Thessaloniki, Patras) What Impact will you make? #YourOpportunity #ChooseDeloitteif:

• You want to work with inspiring, ambitious, and supportive people with diverse geographical and academic backgrounds and extensive skills.
• You get excitement in managing clients shifting priorities and accomplish tasks in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• You like to nurture people and share your knowledge with others.

#AboutDeloitte Our services Deloitte offers Global professional services that include Audit, Risk Advisory, Tax, Consulting and Financial Advisory. Our approach combines insight and innovation from multiple disciplines with global business and industry expertise to help our clients excel anywhere in the world. We deliver outstanding impact on the reputation and success of our clients, in Greece and globally. In pursuing this we contribute to a sustainable and prosperous society and are firm believers in the positive impact business can and should have on the world it operates within. Our Purpose Our purpose, “To make an impact that matters for our clients, our people and society “- defines who we are and what we stand for. This is not about size, it’s about being the first choice. The first choice for the largest and most influential clients, and the first choice for the best talent. Our values At Deloitte we foster a collaborative culture where talented individuals can produce their best work. We value innovative thinking, diverse insights, and a genuinely distinctive level of customer service. We value difference, with respect at the heart of our inclusive culture, and we support agile working arrangements. Our talent experience From day one at our firm, practitioners are part of a community. Our development and career progression framework will help them develop the skills and capabilities to succeed. The wellness of our people and the ability to offer agile working arrangements is at the centre of our unique talent experience. We create a workplace that encourages collaboration, creativity, inclusiveness to ensure our staff are supported, encouraged, and feel a sense of purpose and meaning in what they do each day.

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Senior Cyber Intelligence Center Security Analyst What Impact will you make? #YourOpportunity If you understand the very real dangers cyber threats pose and embrace the challenge of helping keep people and networks safe, then Deloitte Cyber is the right place to develop your career. We offer a wide range of opportunities to work with industry-leading clients and projects — and the technological resources to help them tackle their biggest challenges. A role with Deloitte Cyber, isn’t just a career. It’s a calling. To help make the world more trustworthy, resilient, and secure. If you’re interested in joining a group of people who don’t just want to fix what’s broken but want to build something better, apply for a role with Deloitte Cyber. #YourRole

• Be part of Deloitte’s Cyber Intelligence Center and conduct advanced cyber security analysis/ threat hunting activities using known adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures as well as indicators of attack, to detect adversaries that may have bypassed conventional controls remaining undetected in our clients’ networks and systems.
• Analyze network and system activity on client systems (during standard business hours only) leveraging technologies such as EDR, XDR and SIEM, to support detection capability development and incident response efforts.
• Face and solve client cyber threat prevention, detection, and response challenges in an innovative and effective way.
• Enable clients to respond to cyber incidents swiftly and effectively supporting containment, eradication, remediation and recovery efforts.
• Support your team in advising clients in both technical and tactical decisions when dealing with incidents, ranging from crypto-malware infections to advanced persistent threats (APTs).
• Support your team in delivering an excellent service to clients through technical reporting and presentations and actively contribute towards continuous service improvement.
• Receive training and attain certifications in the use of cutting-edge cybersecurity products but also on various cybersecurity topics.
• Closely collaborate with experts from many different disciplines and geographies.
• Be part of a global community of Deloitte experts in Cyber Incident Response and Threat Intelligence that supply clients with actionable intelligence to detect and respond against APTs.
• Leverage on said technology to provide operational excellence and improved detection and response capability to clients.

#WinningRequirements

• 2-5 years of experience, preferably in a Cyber Security Analyst or Cyber Incident Response role.
• University degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Security, and a postgraduate qualification in Information Security or equivalent.
• Experience with Windows and Unix/ Linux systems.
• Solid understanding of core networking and operating systems concepts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience with log analysis, network traffic analysis and endpoint analysis.
• Understanding of common cyber threats and adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
• Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, Bash etc.)
• Passion and curiosity for the cybersecurity industry and technology trends, innovations, and frameworks, as well as current IT security technologies.
• Be an independent and collaborative person who cooperates in one or more project teams to deliver high quality results.
• Possess interpersonal skills and the ability to develop effective and lasting relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to conduct complex analyses and communicate them clearly and concisely to target audiences of different cultures, technical backgrounds and levels of seniority.
• Fluent in both English and Greek language.
• Military obligations fulfilled where applicable.

#ChooseDeloitteif:

• You want to work with inspiring, ambitious, and supportive people with diverse geographical and academic backgrounds and extensive skills.
• You get excitement in managing clients shifting priorities and accomplish tasks in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• You like to nurture people and share your knowledge with others.

#AboutDeloitte Our services Deloitte offers Global professional services that include Audit, Risk Advisory, Tax, Consulting and Financial Advisory. Our approach combines insight and innovation from multiple disciplines with global business and industry expertise to help our clients excel anywhere in the world. We deliver outstanding impact on the reputation and success of our clients, in Greece and globally. In pursuing this we contribute to a sustainable and prosperous society and are firm believers in the positive impact business can and should have on the world it operates within. Our Purpose Our purpose, “To make an impact that matters for our clients, our people and society “- defines who we are and what we stand for. This is not about size, it’s about being the first choice. The first choice for the largest and most influential clients, and the first choice for the best talent. Our values At Deloitte we foster a collaborative culture where talented individuals can produce their best work. We value innovative thinking, diverse insights, and a genuinely distinctive level of customer service. We value difference, with respect at the heart of our inclusive culture, and we support agile working arrangements. Our talent experience From day one at our firm, practitioners are part of a community. Our development and career progression framework will help them develop the skills and capabilities to succeed. The wellness of our people and the ability to offer agile working arrangements is at the centre of our unique talent experience. We create a workplace that encourages collaboration, creativity, inclusiveness to ensure our staff are supported, encouraged, and feel a sense of purpose and meaning in what they do each day.

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  #AboutDeloitte Our services Deloitte operates in Greece since 1975, as a member of one of the world’s largest professional services networks, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu. With offices in Athens, Thessaloniki, Heraklion, Patras and Ioannina, Deloitte Greece employs more than 2,900 professionals. After 50 years of successful and dynamic presence in the Greek market, we bring an unmatched breadth and depth of expertise across audit and assurance, technology & transformation, tax & legal and strategy, risk & transactions advisory services. Operating in a multidisciplinary model enables us to draw from a pool of world-class talent, identifying the ideal skillset for each project, and to collaborate across businesses, to solve the toughest, most challenging issues of our clients. It is with them that we have built a trusted relationship, by delivering innovative solutions and utilizing state-of-the-art tools and technologies across all industries- Consumer Products, Energy Resources & Industrials, Financial Services, Life Sciences & Health Care, Government & Public Services, Technology, Media & Telecommunications. Our Purpose Our purpose, “To make an impact that matters for our clients, our people and society “- defines who we are and what we stand for. This is not about size, it’s about being the first choice. The first choice for the largest and most influential clients, and the first choice for the best talent. Our values At Deloitte we foster a collaborative culture where talented individuals can produce their best work. We value innovative thinking, diverse insights, and a genuinely distinctive level of customer service. We value difference, with respect at the heart of our inclusive culture, and we support agile working arrangements. Our talent experience From day one at our firm, practitioners are part of a community. Our development and career progression framework will help them develop the skills and capabilities to succeed. The wellness of our people and the ability to offer agile working arrangements is at the centre of our unique talent experience. We create a workplace that encourages collaboration, creativity, inclusiveness to ensure our staff are supported, encouraged, and feel a sense of purpose and meaning in what they do each day.

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#AboutDeloitte Our services Deloitte operates in Greece since 1975, as a member of one of the world’s largest professional services networks, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu. With offices in Athens, Thessaloniki, Heraklion, Patras and Ioannina, Deloitte Greece employs more than 2,900 professionals. After 50 years of successful and dynamic presence in the Greek market, we bring an unmatched breadth and depth of expertise across audit and assurance, technology & transformation, tax & legal and strategy, risk & transactions advisory services. Operating in a multidisciplinary model enables us to draw from a pool of world-class talent, identifying the ideal skillset for each project, and to collaborate across businesses, to solve the toughest, most challenging issues of our clients. It is with them that we have built a trusted relationship, by delivering innovative solutions and utilizing state-of-the-art tools and technologies across all industries- Consumer Products, Energy Resources & Industrials, Financial Services, Life Sciences & Health Care, Government & Public Services, Technology, Media & Telecommunications. Our Purpose Our purpose, “To make an impact that matters for our clients, our people and society “- defines who we are and what we stand for. This is not about size, it’s about being the first choice. The first choice for the largest and most influential clients, and the first choice for the best talent. Our values At Deloitte we foster a collaborative culture where talented individuals can produce their best work. We value innovative thinking, diverse insights, and a genuinely distinctive level of customer service. We value difference, with respect at the heart of our inclusive culture, and we support agile working arrangements. Our talent experience From day one at our firm, practitioners are part of a community. Our development and career progression framework will help them develop the skills and capabilities to succeed. The wellness of our people and the ability to offer agile working arrangements is at the centre of our unique talent experience. We create a workplace that encourages collaboration, creativity, inclusiveness to ensure our staff are supported, encouraged, and feel a sense of purpose and meaning in what they do each day.

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Title : Special Scientist for Research (Research Engineer and/or Research Associate) No. of Positions : Two (2) Category : Employment contract Location : University of Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus The KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence (www.kios.ucy.ac.cy) at the University of Cyprus announces two (2) Special Scientist for Research (Research Associate and/or Research Engineer) positions, focusing on quantifying the resilience value of long duration energy storage (LDES) in renewable-dominated energy systems, for full-time employment. The successful candidates will provide technical and research support in research projects funded mainly by Horizon Europe, including the project PowerMAX (Maximizing Grid Integration and Optimization of Long Duration Energy Storage to synergize Revenue Streams), as well as national or industry-funded projects, to help the Center achieve its strategic objectives. Who we are: The KIOS Research and Innovation Center of Excellence is the largest research center of its kind in Cyprus and one of Europe’s leading Centers of Excellence. It combines world-class academic research with real-world application through its innovation-driven environment. Currently, the Center employs more than 200 people who are supported by externally funded research and innovation projects and has strong international collaborations, translating advanced research into impactful solutions. The KIOS CoE operates in a diverse environment as an equal opportunity employer. The Center is internationally recognized, receiving significant national and international awards and distinctions such as ERC Grants from the European Council, an IEEE Frank Rosenblatt Technical Field Award, Digital Water Award 2024 by Water Europe, multiple National New Researcher of the Year Awards, National Innovation & Entrepreneurship Awards, and several Best Paper Awards in top-tier international conferences and journals. What we do: KIOS provides an inspiring environment for carrying out top level research and innovation in the area of Information and Communication Technologies, with emphasis on the Monitoring, Control and Security of Critical Infrastructures. Such infrastructures include power and energy systems, water networks, transportation networks, telecommunication networks and emergency management and response. The Center instigates interdisciplinary interaction and promotes collaboration between industry, academia, and research organizations in high-tech areas of global importance. Why work at KIOS: You will contribute to high-profile projects, both locally and globally, with opportunities to publish in top-tier journals and conferences, grow professionally, and take ownership in a dynamic, intellectually rigorous environment. You will collaborate closely with leading academics and multidisciplinary teams, advancing cutting-edge research and translating it into real-world deployments across critical infrastructure systems, while seeing your work delivering tangible impact on today’s most important challenges. We offer a flexible and supportive environment, along with opportunities for continuous training and professional development. Job Details

• The successful candidates are expected to:
• Develop and apply mathematical and computational models of LDES to assess its contribution to power system stability, operational flexibility, adequacy, and continuity of supply under extreme operating conditions.
• Develop and apply probabilistic risk and resilience assessment methods to quantify the value of LDES in mitigating operational shocks, reducing loss-of-supply risk, and preventing cascading impacts, with application and validation in real case studies.
• Contribute towards the publication of peer-reviewed conference and journal papers.
• Work closely with other researchers and engineers in the team to develop comprehensive solutions.
• Manage the day-to-day project tasks.
• Lead the preparation of reports and project deliverables.
• Frequently attend project meetings for task coordination (physical and online).

Profile of the ideal candidate:

• Problem solving, analytical and critical thinking skills
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good organizational and self-management skills
• Good programming skills
• Attention to detail
• Reliable and trustworthy
• Flexible and eager to learn
• Able to adapt in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Excellent knowledge of English language

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or/and Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Doctorate degree or equivalent (necessary for the Research Associate position while in the case of the Research Engineer position will be considered as an advantage) in the subject areas directly related to Electrical Power Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or other related field from an accredited institution.
• Strong background in power systems modelling and analysis, including renewable energy integration, energy storage, and system operation.
• Experience in optimisation and probabilistic risk and resilience assessment, particularly under uncertainty and extreme operating conditions.
• Strong programming and computational skills, preferably in Python, with experience in power system simulation and data analysis.
• Track record of publishing high-quality research (applicable for the Research Associate position).
• Track record of being involved in project implementation and experience in preparing reports and deliverables.

Employment Terms: The positions are on a contract basis. Initially, a one-year contract will be offered, with a 6-month probation period, which is renewable based on performance. The gross monthly salary depends on the candidate’s qualifications and experience and will be between €1900 – €2700 for Research Engineer, and between €2300 – €3500 for Research Associate. From this amount, employee contributions to the Cyprus government funds will be deducted. A 13th salary bonus is incorporated in the monthly salary. Maternity leave will be granted based on Maternity Protection Law 1997(Ν.100(Ι)/1997), and the existing amendment laws. Application: Interested candidates should submit the following items online through the link: https://applications.ucy.ac.cy/recruitment

• Cover letter explaining the interest of the applicant in pursuing a career at the KIOS CoE, along with employment availability date, in English
• Short summary of prior work experiences, activities and accomplishments (can be combined with the cover letter), in English (2 pages maximum)
• A detailed curriculum vitae in English
• Copies of transcripts of BSc/MSc/PhD or other degree(s)
• Copy of an English language certificate (if any of your degrees were taught in English, this will be considered equivalent to an English language certificate)
• Contact details of at least two referees that can provide reference letters

The applications should be submitted as soon as possible, but not later than Friday, 23th of October 2026, at 5 pm. The evaluation of the applications will begin immediately. At least the best three candidates per position that satisfy the required qualifications will be interviewed by a 3-member Selection Committee. Candidates will be informed of the result of their application by the KIOS CoE. Applicants need not be citizens of the Republic of Cyprus. Applicants should however ensure, before applying, that in case they are selected they will be residing in Cyprus on a full-time basis during the employment period and submission of application implies acceptance of this condition. The employment of persons who have reached the age of 65 years old, at the commencement date of employment, is prohibited.

General Information

Type of contract Traineeship

Who can apply? EU nationals eligible for our traineeship programme

Grant The trainee grant is €1,170 per month plus an accommodation allowance (see further information section), The trainee grant is €2,120 per month plus an accommodation allowance (see further information section)

Working time Full time

Place of work Frankfurt am Main, Germany

Closing date 20.10.2026

Your team

 

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