OA/EISO FA2 A4 SC1 - Load Balancer Administrator

Compunnel, Inc.; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider in Harrisburg is seeking a skilled Load Balancer Administrator to ensure high availability and secure access for enterprise applications. Candidates should possess strong networking knowledge, specifically with Citrix NetScaler, and have at least 5 years of experience in load balancing configuration. Responsibilities include designing scalable solutions, configuring network appliances, and monitoring system performance to ensure reliability and security.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with TCP/IP, NAT, VLANs, and firewalls.
• 5+ years in configuring and troubleshooting load balancing.
• 5+ years with hands-on NetScaler CLI and GUI management.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable load balancing solutions.
• Install and configure Citrix NetScaler appliances.
• Monitor system performance and resolve issues.

Skills

TCP/IP knowledge

Load balancing configuration

NetScaler CLI experience

Performance diagnostics

Tools

Citrix NetScaler

Wireshark

Job description

Overview

Location: Pennsylvania, Harrisburg

Posted: 08/20/2025

Contract

Status: Active

Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Load Balancer Administrator to ensure high availability, secure access, and optimal performance of enterprise applications and services.

The ideal candidate will have advanced networking knowledge, deep expertise in Citrix NetScaler, and strong troubleshooting and documentation capabilities.

This role is critical to maintaining reliable and secure traffic management across the organization’s infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable load balancing solutions to support reliable application delivery.
• Configure and troubleshoot Layer 4 (transport) and Layer 7 (application) load balancing policies.
• Install and configure Citrix NetScaler appliances or virtual instances within existing network architecture.
• Set up and maintain high availability (HA) and failover mechanisms, including active-passive and load-sharing configurations.
• Implement NetScaler Content Switching to optimize application routing and delivery.
• Manage SSL/TLS certificates and integrate authentication mechanisms for secure connections.
• Monitor system performance using built-in tools and third-party applications (e.g., Wireshark, NetScalerConsole).
• Identify and resolve complex configuration, connectivity, and performance issues.
• Analyze logs and events to proactively manage system health and prevent downtime.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation and training materials for junior engineers and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of TCP/IP, NAT, VLANs, firewalls, VPNs, and security policies (5+ years).
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting Layer 4 and Layer 7 load balancing (5+ years).
• Hands-on experience with NetScaler CLI (NITRO API) and GUI-based management (5+ years).
• Advanced NetScaler Content Switching capabilities (5+ years).
• SSL/TLS certificate management and authentication integration (5+ years).
• Proficiency with tools like Wireshark and NetScalerConsole (5+ years).
• Strong diagnostic skills for performance issues and system bottlenecks (5+ years).