Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Design and deploy F5 BIG-IP solutions, including LTM (Local Traffic Manager), DNS, and APM (Access Policy Manager).
Design and deploy Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML)/ OpenID connect (OIDC) authentication methodologies.
Configure and manage advanced F5 iRules and policies to support business-critical applications.
Optimize application performance by implementing load balancing, SSL offloading, and traffic routing solutions.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to F5 devices, ensuring high availability and performance.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate F5 solutions into existing network infrastructure.
Monitor F5 devices and applications using analytics tools to detect and mitigate potential risks.
Implement F5 WAF (Web Application Firewall) configurations to protect against web-based threats.
Automate routine F5 tasks using APIs, Ansible, or other automation frameworks.
Maintain and update F5OS, system documentation, policies, and procedures.
Stay updated on the latest F5 technologies and industry best practices.
Requirements
Requirements:
Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements of this position are listed below.
3-5+ years of experience with F5 technologies, including BIG-IP modules like LTM, APM, and GTM/DNS.
Proficiency in creating and troubleshooting iRules.
Strong understanding of Layer 4-7 traffic management, HTTP protocols, and SSL/TLS encryption.
Experience with F5 WAF and security policies.
Familiarity with network protocols such as TCP/IP, DNS, and HTTP/HTTPS.
Knowledge of automation tools like Ansible, Python, or REST APIs for F5 management.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level:
The Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 2-5 years of relevant job related experience
The Senior Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 5-8 years of relevant job related experience
The Lead Specialist/Analyst level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 8+ years of relevant job related experience
Preferred Qualifications
F5 certifications such as F5 Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) or F5 Certified Solutions Expert (CSE).
Knowledge of cloud-based F5 solutions such as F5 Cloud Edition or F5 Distributed Cloud Services.
Experience with monitoring tools like SolarWinds, Splunk, or Zabbix.
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