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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # F5 Network Security Engineer, Senior - **Company:** BOOZ, ALLEN & HAMILTON, INC. - **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $86,900.0 - $198,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Border Gateway Protocol, IPv6, Subnetting, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Simple Mail Transfer Protocols, Networking Basics, Routing, Network Virtualization, Network Protocols, NIPRNet, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Load Balancing, Cloud Platform System, BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM), Juniper, SC Clearance, Cisco - **Published:** July 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gglo30 ## About the Role + Experience with F5 LTM, load balancing, and general networking protocols + Experience implementing and troubleshooting network architectures, routing, and supported protocols + Experience designing, implementing, and operating cybersecurity solutions + Ability to independently produce technical documentation + Ability to obtain a Secret clearance + Bachelor's degree + Ability to obtain an 8140 IAT Level II C ertification such as Security+ Certification within 6 months of start date Nice If You Have: + Experience working in DoD networks, including hardware acquisition and deployment processes, TSR / TSO processes, STIG requirements, L2 / L3 routing, NIPR, Internet, and JPE environments, and IAP and BCAP functionality + Experience designing, securing, and operating Azure environments, including automation of Azure resource management + Experience with Cisco and Juniper devices in DoD or enterprise environments + Knowledge of SMTP and asso cia ted security or network protocols + Knowledge of RedHat and BIND administration ## Description Highly skilled F5 engineers who thrive in complex, high-impact environments will find this role both challenging and rewarding. This position is built for someone who enjoys solving difficult networking problems, working hands-on with advanced F5 and load balancing technologies, and supporting mission-critical infrastructure where performance, resilience, and security matter every day. You'll work across modern enterprise and cloud environments, driving solutions involving F5 LTM, BGP, IPv6, HA architectures, and secure network design in support of critical DoD operations. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of meaningful technical challenges, collaborate with experience d engineering and cybersecurity teams, and help modernize secure communications infrastructure supporting national security missions. Ideal candidates are strong troubleshooters, self-driven engineers, and technical problem-solvers who enjoy operating in fast-paced environments where their expertise directly impacts operational success. What You'll Work On: + Configure and manage F5 LTM including virtual servers, virtual addresses, pools, dynamic load balancing, and BGP route advertisement. + Perform F5 upgrades, patching, hotfixes, licensing, provisioning, and boot partition management. + Configure and troubleshoot HA pairs, partitions, and route domains. + Troubleshoot connectivity issues using tmsh, bash, imish ( ZebOS ) , and the Configuration Utility. + Architect, implement, and troubleshoot network solutions supporting BGP, IPv6, CIDR or subnetting, and Cisco VRF configuration. + Support Azure virtual networking. + Partner with operational and security teams to implement new security policies , evaluate met rics, and resolve complex technical issues. + Test, integrate, and secure new email security components. + Develop technical documentation including implementation plans, test plans, SOPs, TTPs, and CONOPS. + Collaborate across teams to drive modern network solutions, break legacy patterns, and deliver resilient, secure architectures. ## Related Videos - [How Cisco embraced a DevOps culture within its network engineering team](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/99-how-cisco-embraced-a-devops-culture-within-its-network-engineering-team) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [IoT: The road to sustainability](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/557-iot-the-road-to-sustainability) - [Hacking MSSQL on Cloud. 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