Security Operation Engineer

Master Works; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security solutions provider in Saudi Arabia is seeking a skilled Security Operations Engineer experienced with F5 BIG-IP systems. This role focuses on configuring and managing F5 Load Balancers, implementing security policies, and providing operational support. Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and have proven experience in network and web application security. Strong troubleshooting abilities and F5 certifications are preferred. This position offers the opportunity to enhance security and performance for critical infrastructures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Proven experience with F5 BIG-IP administration and operations.
• Strong understanding of network security and web application security concepts.
• Hands-on experience with WAF, AFM, Load Balancing, and SSL/TLS.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage F5 BIG-IP Load Balancers.
• Maintain and operate F5 security solutions.
• Implement security policies to monitor applications.
• Use F5 monitoring and analytics tools to evaluate performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to F5 infrastructure.

Skills

F5 BIG-IP administration

Network security

Web application security

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

F5 Web Application Firewall (WAF)

F5 Advanced Firewall Manager (AFM)

F5 Analytics

Job description

Security Operations Engineer (F5 BIG-IP)

We are seeking a skilled Security Operations Engineer with hands‑on experience in F5 BIG‑IP solutions to support, secure, and optimize our application delivery and network security infrastructure. The role focuses on load balancing, web application security, monitoring, and operational support to ensure high availability and strong security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and manage F5 BIG‑IP Load Balancers according to business and office requirements.
• Maintain and operate F5 security solutions, including:
  • Web Application Firewall (WAF)
  • Advanced Firewall Manager (AFM)
• Implement security policies to monitor applications and prevent cyber attacks.
• Use F5 monitoring and analytics tools (e.g., F5 Analytics) to evaluate network performance and system resource utilization.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to F5 infrastructure and network connectivity.
• Provide technical support to network and application teams to ensure service continuity.
• Perform regular system updates and upgrades for F5 platforms to enhance security and performance.
• Test updates and patches to ensure they do not impact production environments.
• Document configurations, policies, and operational procedures applied to F5 devices.
• Prepare periodic reports on network status and the effectiveness of F5 security solutions.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Network Engineering, or a related field
• Proven experience with F5 BIG‑IP administration and operations.
• Strong understanding of network security and web application security concepts.
• Hands‑on experience with WAF, AFM, Load Balancing, and SSL/TLS.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• F5 certifications (e.g., F5‑CA, F5‑CTS) are a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams