F5 Network Engineer

Our Client is seeking an experienced and capable leader to guide our technical IT operations as a full-time F5 Network Engineer
. Come lead a talented and diverse computer science team in completing exceptional services for clients. This is an onsite role in Arlington, VA
, and you need to have an active security clearance. If you're ready to make a tangible impact while earning competitive pay
, join us as an F5 Network Engineer!

Our F5 Network Engineer is responsible for maintaining and enhancing our extensive network infrastructure that supports over 8,000 devices. This is a dynamic leadership role where you skillfully oversee and direct the operations of our core transport network engineering team to ensure we're promptly and fully meeting our clients' needs. You guide less-experienced IT staff in accurately completing tasks like troubleshooting, routing, switching, and performance monitoring as well as collaborate with hardware and software vendors when needed.

Client satisfaction is a top priority, and you actively communicate with senior clients to ensure we're consistently fulfilling their needs. You evaluate existing systems, new applications, infrastructure, and cloud strategies to identify system enhancements and help guide business decisions. Additionally, you help enhance system efficiency by developing installation and configuration procedures and creating automation scripts to support migration and integration tasks.

You also work with security teams to identify and fix vulnerabilities. Tackling special projects as needed, your leadership and computer science expertise are vital to our success!

• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• Active network certification, such as Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or Aruba Certified Switching Associate (ACSA)
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field like computer science OR equivalent work experience

• 10+ years of relevant IT experience
• 3+ years of experience supporting DOD, DISA, or JSP network environments
• Experience troubleshooting, configuring, upgrading, and monitoring F5 load balancers
• Experience with network management and analysis tools like SNMP probes, Net Scout, Solar Winds, etc.
• Expertise in managing Cisco and Juniper routers and switches
• Proficiency in network security, SDN, DNS, DHCP, IPAM, NTP, etc.
• Strong understanding of firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN, and vulnerability remediation
• Scripting skills for automating administrative tasks

• F5 network certification
• Experience with Remedy ITSM, server operating systems (Linux, Windows, UNIX), and Visio for network topology documentation
• Experience working on proposals and supporting teleworkers and remote access technologies

Leverage your computer science expertise and make a critical difference as our F5 Network Engineer. Apply for this rewarding position with our short initial form!

Applicants must be able to pass a background check.