F5 Network Engineer - Secure App Delivery & HA Expert

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton seeks a skilled F5 Network Engineer to implement, configure, and optimize F5 technologies across data centers and WAN sites. You will ensure reliable application delivery and security while collaborating with network and infrastructure teams.

The ideal candidate has hands-on F5 BIG-IP experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and an ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment. U.S. citizenship and clearance eligibility are required.

Qualifications

• 5 years with a Bachelor's degree or 9 years with a HS Diploma.
• 5 years of hands-on experience in implementing and administering complex, multi-location networks.
• Hands-on experience on F5 Load Balancers in real world complex environments.
• Experience with Cisco routers & switches including Nexus, Catalyst, ONS, DNA Center and Infoblox DDI.
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain agency clearance.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, license, and configure F5 BIG-IP LTM hardware.
• Maintain Virtual servers, Pools, Nodes, Custom monitors and Persistence profiles.
• Manage SSL offloading, SSL bridging, and secure cipher configurations.
• Develop and troubleshoot iRules for advanced traffic steering and security workarounds.
• Manage SSL/TLS certificates lifecycle (CSR, deployment, renewal).
• Perform deep-packet diagnostics for complex delivery issues and latency.

Skills

F5 Load Balancers

Network Troubleshooting

TCP/IP Networking

Cisco Nexus/ASA

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

11+ years equivalent experience

Tools

Nexus

Cisco IOS/ASA

Infoblox

Wireshark

tcpdump

Job description

Peraton seeks a skilled F5 Network Engineer to implement, configure, and optimize F5 technologies across data centers and WAN sites. You will ensure reliable application delivery and security while collaborating with network and infrastructure teams.

The ideal candidate has hands-on F5 BIG-IP experience, strong troubleshooting skills, and an ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment. U.S. citizenship and clearance eligibility are required.