F5 Engineer - Subject Matter Expert

Peraton is seeking a highly skilled F5 Engineer - Subject Matter Expert to join our team supporting the Special Operations Forces (SOF) Information Environment (SIE) under the SITEC III EOM contract. This position is critical to ensuring the efficiency, security, and reliability of network services provided to USSOCOM. The selected individual will work onsite at MacDill AFB and will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of F5 networks, ensuring optimal performance and security of critical mission systems.

Key Duties:

• F5 Network Engineering:
• Design, configure, and manage F5 BIG-IP load balancers, including Local Traffic Manager (LTM), Global Traffic Manager (GTM), Advanced Firewall Manager (AFM), Access Policy Manager (APM), and other relevant modules.
• Implement and manage F5 iRules, iApps, and other automation tools to streamline network operations and enhance performance.
• Perform regular updates, patches, and upgrades to F5 devices to ensure they are up to date with the latest security features and firmware.
• Network Security:
• Implement security policies and procedures in line with best practices to protect network infrastructure from vulnerabilities and threats.
• Monitor and analyze network traffic to identify and mitigate security risks and ensure compliance with government and DoD regulations.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to maintain the integrity of the network environment.
• Operational Support:
• Provide tier 3 support for F5 network issues, including troubleshooting complex technical problems and coordinating with other IT teams to resolve incidents.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, standard operating procedures, and incident response plans.
• Assist in the development and execution of disaster recovery and business continuity plans for network services.
• Collaboration and Communication:
• Collaborate with network architects, system administrators, cybersecurity teams, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and operation of F5 technologies.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior network engineers and other IT staff on F5 technologies and best practices.
• Participate in regular meetings, briefings, and discussions with USSOCOM leadership and other stakeholders to provide updates on network status and project progress.

Required Qualifications

• Security Clearance:
• Active TS clearance or above is required.
• Education and Experience:
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in network engineering with Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field; Minimum of 10 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 7 years with Ph.D. 4 years of work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.  
• Minimum of at least 5 years focused on F5 technologies.

• Technical Skills:

• Extensive hands-on experience with F5 BIG-IP load balancers, including LTM, GTM, AFM, and APM.
• Proficient in writing and troubleshooting F5 iRules, iApps, and other automation scripts.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking, DNS, SSL/TLS, and related protocols.
• Experience with network security concepts and technologies, including firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection/prevention systems.

• Certifications:
  • DoD 8570 AIT Level II Certification

Desired Qualifications

• Certifications:
  • F5 Certified Solution Expert
  • F5 Certified Technical Specialist (CTS)
  • F5 BIG-IP Administrator (F5-CA) or
  • F5 BIG-IP Local Traffic Manager (LTM) or
  • F5 BIG-IP Domain Name System (DNS) or
  • F5 BIG-IP Application Security Manager (ASM) or
  • F5 BIG-IP Access Policy Manager (APM)

Work Environment

• Location: This position is based on-site at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL. Remote or telework options are not available for this role.

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