F5 Security Engineer (TS/SCI)

GuidePoint Security, LLC; Great Falls Crossing (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm is seeking a Tier-3/4 support professional with extensive experience in F5 architecture and secure government systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a related field, a strong troubleshooting background, and relevant certifications. This role offers primarily remote work with some travel, competitive health benefits, and a flexible time-off program.

Benefits

Primarily remote work (U.S. based)

Health insurance options with employer contributions

Dental insurance with employer contributions

12 holidays and a Flexible Time Off program

Mobile phone and home internet allowances

Retirement plan eligibility after 2 months

Pet Benefit Option

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in secure government systems.
• DoD Directive 8570.1 IAT Level II or higher certification required.
• F5 300-series certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier-3/4 level support for F5 related architecture.
• Lead complex troubleshooting efforts and provide on-site/remote support.
• Collaborate with IT administrators and executive stakeholders.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

TCP/IP knowledge

UNIX/Linux knowledge

Network devices knowledge

F5 Architecture familiarity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or STEM-related field

Tools

F5 Certified Professional

Job description

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions, and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation's top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources, and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.

At this time, we can only accept candidates with an active TS/SCI WITH A COUNTERINTELLIGENCE POLYGRAPH (US Citizen) and local to one of the following locations: Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DC; Reston, VA; College Park, MD; Quantico, VA; Colorado Springs, CO; Waikiki, HI

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Provide Tier-3/4 level support for F5 related architecture
2. Ability to listen and collaborate with audiences ranging from IT administrators to executive level stakeholders to help deliver solutions
3. Excellent troubleshooting skills and ability to identify root causes of issues and provide solutions
4. Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, both oral and written, with the ability to articulate and educate others about complex technology with business acumen
5. Hands-on knowledge of TCP/IP and UNIX/LINUX variants
6. Demonstrated experience and knowledge of network devices (routers, switches, etc.) including topics such as HTTP headers, ISO layers, and TCP flags
7. Familiar with F5 Architecture and comfortable with creating and managing multiple Route Domains and/or Partitions
8. Lead complex troubleshooting efforts and provide on-site/remote support

Basic Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or STEM-related field with eight+ years of experience
2. Experience working in environments with development, engineering, sustainment, and O&M activities for secure government systems
3. Relevant F5 Certified Professional certifications and ability to stay current with updates
4. Required DoD Directive 8570.1 IAT Level II or higher certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• F5 300-series certification

Security Clearance Requirements:

Must possess an active TS/SCI w/ a CI polygraph.

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Why GuidePoint?

GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value-added reseller focusing exclusively on Information Security. Since 2011, it has grown to over 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships, and serves more than 4,200 customers. Our core values drive our success and workplace atmosphere. Join us to grow your career with one of the nation's fastest-growing companies.

Some added perks include:

• Primarily remote work (U.S. based), some travel or on-site work for Federal positions
• Health insurance options with employer contributions
• Dental insurance with employer contributions
• 12 holidays and a Flexible Time Off program
• Mobile phone and home internet allowances
• Retirement plan eligibility after 2 months
• Pet Benefit Option