F5 Load Balancer SME

Zachary Piper Solutions is currently seeking a F5 Load Balancer SME who will support a position in Herdon, VA.

Responsibilities for the F5 Load Balancer SME:

·      Setting up and configuring F5 BIG-IP systems, including virtual servers, pools, health monitors, iRules (F5’s scripting language), and profiles (e.g., HTTP, TCP, SSL).

·      Implementing load balancing algorithms (static and dynamic) to distribute network traffic across multiple servers for scalability and reliability.

·      Managing features like SSL offloading, session persistence, and traffic shaping to optimize application performance

·      Diagnosing and resolving complex issues related to F5 load balancer configurations, traffic flow, and application delivery.

·      Monitoring and analyzing network alarms, performance metrics, and logs to ensure uninterrupted service.

·      Enhancing application security by leveraging F5 features like DDoS protection, traffic redirection, and integration with threat intelligence feeds.

Qualifications for the 5F Load Balancer SME:

·      Clearance TS/SCI Willing to get a Counter Intelligence Polygraph

·      5 to 8 years of relevant experience networking

·      Certifications: Security plus

·      Deep understanding of F5 BIG-IP platforms, including LTM, GTM, iRules, iControls, and features like OneConnect, persistence, and SSL offloading.

·      Experience with firewall configurations, DDOS Migration, and integration with security tools

Compensation for the F5 Load Balancer SME:

• $150,000 to $160,000 *Depending on Experience
• Cigna Medical, dental, vision, Holidays, 401k, PTO and Sick leave as required by law

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