F5 Network Engineer

EPMA Corporation
Houston, United States of America
24 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Houston, United States of America

Tech stack

API
Application Firewall
Application Performance Management
Software Documentation
DNS
Hypertext Transfer Protocols (HTTP)
Python
Network Architecture
Network Protocols
Ansible
TCP/IP
Transport Layer Security
Enterprise Software Applications
Load Balancing
System Availability
BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM)
Tools for Reporting
BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM)
REST
Big Ip

Job description

Our client is seeking a skilled F5 Network Engineer with medium to high-level expertise in F5 technologies. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of F5-based solutions to ensure the security, availability, and scalability of enterprise-level applications and network infrastructure. This role will require hands-on experience with F5 platforms, including BIG-IP, and expertise in traffic management, security configurations and automation., * Design and deploy F5 BIG-IP solutions, including LTM (Local Traffic Manager), and APM (Access Policy Manager).

  • 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 system documentation, policies, and procedures.
  • Stay updated on the latest F5 technologies and industry best practices.

Requirements

  • 3-5+ years of experience with F5 technologies, including BIG-IP modules like LTM, APM, and GTM/DNS.
  • Proficiency in creating and troubleshooting iRule.
  • 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.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

About the company

BE INSPIRED our 10 core values are at the forefront of everything we do. We take pride in investing in the development of our people, because they are part of the EPMA family and DNA. Call us old fashioned, but we believe in building talent, and we take pride in preparing our future leaders and innovators. You will find a fun, exciting and rewarding career at EPMA. ABOUT EPMA Since 2010, EPMA has quickly earned credibility as a trusted leader in Project and Portfolio Management Services helping local businesses to Global 50 companies deliver projects with greater efficiency and success. Our ability to attract the most talented people and empower them to make a difference for our clients is part of what makes EPMA one of the Top Companies to work for in Texas, and one of the Best and Brightest companies to work for in the nation. We are also on the Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest growing, privately held companies in America today. EPMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassments of Any Kind: EPMA is made up of a very diverse group of individuals representing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. At EPMA, we don't just accept difference - we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our services and our community. EPMA is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

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