F5 Systems Administrator

Job Overview

Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a F5
Technician (F5 Systems Administrator) and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.

• Configure, deploy, and maintain F5 BIG‑IP systems, including Load Balancers, Application Delivery Controllers (ADCs), and SSL offloading configurations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve F5‑related performance and availability issues, ensuring minimal service disruptions.
• Collaborate with network, systems, and security teams to integrate F5 solutions into the broader network and infrastructure environment.
• Design and implement traffic management rules, including global server load balancing (GSLB) and local server load balancing (LSLB).
• Manage F5 configurations for SSL/TLS offloading, including key and certificate management for secure communication.
• Monitor F5 systems for health and performance, providing proactive recommendations for optimization.
• Configure and maintain F5 iRules to manage application traffic and provide enhanced functionality for specific use cases.
• Ensure compliance with security policies, best practices, and regulatory requirements in the deployment and maintenance of F5 systems.
• Support incident response and root cause analysis for any F5‑related issues impacting critical applications or services.
• Develop and maintain documentation for F5 configurations, change management, troubleshooting guides, and standard operating procedures.
• Provide technical support and guidance to other IT teams and end‑users regarding F5 traffic management solutions.
• Assist in performing F5 system upgrades, patches, and troubleshooting tasks to ensure continued system functionality.
• Collaborate with vendors to resolve hardware or software‑related issues and elevate problems when necessary.

• 5+ years of related F5 Systems Administration experience.
• Technical skills:
  Application Delivery Controller, F5 Load Balancer, Global Server Load Balancing (GSLB), System Administration.
• Certification:
  DoW 8140 or DoW 8570 (e.g., CompTIA Security+ CE).

Current active TS/SCI clearance required. US citizenship required due to the TS/SCI clearance requirement.

Scheduled weekly hours: 40.

Travel required:

less than 10%. Telecommuting options:
Onsite.

Work location:

USA FL Mac Dill AFB. Must be on site; this is not a remote role.

• Growth: AI‑powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
• Support:
  Internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
• Rewards:
  Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401(k) with company match, competitive pay and paid time off.
• Community:
  Award‑winning culture of innovation and a military‑friendly workplace.

$123,250 - $166,750 (salary set based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements).

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans