Senior F5 -IP Network Engineer & Automation Specialist

• 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:

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• 8+ 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