Network Security Engineer (F5)

KBC Technologies; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in UAE is looking for a skilled Network Security Engineer (F5) to support critical infrastructure. Your role will encompass designing and managing F5 solutions, leading migration projects, and tackling complex troubleshooting challenges. You must have a strong grasp of networking concepts and deep technical expertise in F5 Load Balancers. The position offers a full-time employment opportunity with potential for career growth while contributing to cutting-edge network security solutions.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of F5 technologies required.
• Hands-on experience in networking and security.
• Ability to mentor junior engineering staff.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage F5 technologies for secure application delivery.
• Lead migrations ensuring zero downtime transitions.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues effectively.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve integration challenges.

Skills

TCP/IP fundamentals

F5 Load Balancers (LTM, GTM)

F5 WAF

Azure Application Gateway

Scripting and automation

Troubleshooting skills

Process visualization

Tools

F5 technologies

Citrix NetScaler

Pulse Secure

Job description

🔎 Job Title: Network Security Engineer (F5) | KBC Technologies | UAE

🏢 Recruiting Company: KBC Technologies

🌍 Job Location: United Arab Emirates

💼 Job Type: Full-Time, Onsite

📧 Application Method: [e-mail]

Position Summary

KBC Technologies is seeking a highly skilled Network Security Engineer specializing in F5 technologies to support mission‑critical security infrastructure across a dynamic enterprise environment. This role is vital in ensuring the availability, scalability, and protection of core network services. You will play a key role in architecture design, migration projects, and advanced troubleshooting.

Detailed Job Description

As a Network Security Engineer (F5), you will work within a high-performance security engineering team responsible for designing, optimizing, and securing application delivery platforms. You will lead major migration initiatives, including transitioning services from F5 Viprion to Velos and upgrading workloads from iSeries to rSeries appliances. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex compatibility and performance challenges while ensuring seamless service continuity. You will also contribute to enhancing operational practices, improving automation, and strengthening the organization’s overall security posture. This position offers an excellent opportunity to apply deep technical expertise while influencing next‑generation network and security architectures.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage F5 technologies including LTM, GTM, and WAF solutions.
• Lead end-to-end migration from F5 Viprion to Velos platforms ensuring zero‑downtime transitions.
• Oversee workload upgrades from F5 iSeries to rSeries, including planning, configuration, testing, and post-support.
• Collaborate with architecture, operations, and application teams to optimize performance and resolve integration challenges.
• Ensure compliance with security and regulatory standards throughout migration and deployment activities.
• Troubleshoot complex software, network, and infrastructure issues using advanced tools and debugging methodologies.
• Develop improved service management practices and mentor engineering teams on technical best practices.
• Analyze existing processes and implement automation or simplification strategies.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption pathways.
• Contribute to feature enhancements and re‑engineering efforts for critical systems.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Strong understanding of TCP/IP fundamentals and advanced networking concepts.
• Deep technical expertise in F5 Load Balancers (LTM, GTM) and F5 WAF.
• Hands‑on experience with Azure Application Gateway and WAF.
• Knowledge of Pulse Secure, IPS platforms, and Citrix NetScaler.
• Proven ability to design solution architectures aligned to business requirements.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting complex infrastructure or application flows.
• Experience with scripting, automation tools, or programming languages.
• Strong analytical and reasoning capabilities with process visualization skills.
• Experience in object‑oriented analysis and design principles.
• Ability to guide junior engineers and influence technical direction.

Nice‑to‑Have Skills

• Experience with F5 Velos and rSeries advanced configurations.
• Background in cloud security or hybrid cloud architectures.
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD automation.
• Familiarity with API security and modern application architectures.
• Certifications such as F5‑CA, F5‑CTS, or equivalent.

Recruitment Pro Tip

Highlight your hands‑on F5 migration experience—especially with Viprion, Velos, iSeries, or rSeries—in your CV and be ready to discuss real‑world troubleshooting scenarios during the interview.