F5 Systems Engineer

Job Title: F5 System Engineer 

Job Category: IT 

Location: Remote 

Clearance: Active DoD Secret Clearance

SHR is a premier technology integrator solving our nation’s most complex modernization and readiness challenges across the defense, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and AI. With an intimate understanding of our customers’ challenges and deep expertise in existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions. 

The F5 System Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of F5 Networks technologies within our enterprise environment. This role requires a deep understanding of F5 products, including BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM), Application Security Manager (ASM), and Access Policy Manager (APM), to optimize application delivery and security. The engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining application delivery and security solutions using F5 Networks technologies.

 Job Responsibilities: 

• F5 Device Management: Configure, deploy, and maintain F5 BIG-IP devices, including modules such as Local Traffic Manager (LTM), Application Security Manager (ASM), Access Policy Manager (APM), and Global Traffic Manager (GTM). 
• Load Balancing: Develop and manage load balancing strategies to distribute network traffic efficiently across multiple servers, ensuring high availability and scalability.
• Security Implementation: Implement and manage security features like SSL offloading, web application firewalls, and access controls to protect applications from threats.
• Network Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Utilize network monitoring tools to oversee F5 infrastructure, promptly identify issues, and perform root cause analysis to resolve them.
• Collaboration: Work closely with network architects, engineers, security teams, and other stakeholders to design and implement solutions that integrate with F5 technologies and align with organizational requirements.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for F5 configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Design and Implementation: Architect and deploy F5 solutions to enhance application delivery and security across data centers and cloud environments.
• Configuration Management: Develop and manage configurations for F5 devices, to meet specific application requirements.
• Load Balancing: Implement and maintain load balancing strategies to ensure high availability and scalability of applications.
• Security Enforcement: Configure and manage F5 ASM and APM modules to protect applications from threats and unauthorized access.
• Monitoring and Optimization: Utilize monitoring tools to assess performance and implement optimizations for F5 infrastructure.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve complex network and application issues related to F5 technologies.

Experience: 

• Must have at least 5 years of experience 

Certifications:

• F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator (F5-CA), 
• F5 Certified Technical Specialist (F5-CTS),
• or Cisco CCNA 

Why Join Us: 

At SHR, you will join a team that fosters growth, supports innovation, and encourages continuous learning. You will have the opportunity to impact significant government initiatives and contribute to national security and public welfare. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work environment. SHR is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us and make a difference!