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GTN Technical Staffing

F5 Network Engineer

GTN Technical Staffing, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Overview

We are seeking an

F5 Network Engineer

to join our enterprise infrastructure team. This is a

true SME role

for candidates with

enterprise-level ownership of F5 environments , not just exposure. The engineer will focus on

load balancing, application security, cloud migration, and automation

while collaborating with senior engineers and leadership on high-visibility projects. This position offers the opportunity to manage a large-scale F5 ecosystem, lead automation efforts in AWS, and work hands-on with advanced modules including

APM, ASM, iRules, and AS3 . Key Responsibilities

Serve as the

F5 Subject Matter Expert , managing enterprise-wide load balancing and security environments. Design, configure, and troubleshoot

F5 LTM, APM, ASM, and iRules (TCL scripting) . Drive the

cloud migration

of F5 services, including automation builds in

AWS using AS3, Ansible, and Python . Manage SSL certificates, MTLS configurations, and traffic policies. Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and resilient networking solutions. Perform advanced troubleshooting using

TMSH, Bash, TCPDump, and Wireshark . Document designs, processes, and policies to support operational excellence. Participate in

on-call rotation

(1 week every 4–5 weeks): Evening production changes and occasional weekend upgrades (approx. every 6 weeks). Flexible comp time provided. Qualifications

7+ years of hands-on experience as a

Network Engineer with enterprise-level F5 ownership . Advanced F5 expertise (300-level) required;

F5 200-level certification mandatory

(expired within last 5–7 years acceptable). Deep understanding of

full proxy environments, NAT/SNAT, iRules, APM, ASM, LTM . Strong experience with

cloud migrations, AWS AS3 automation, and Ansible/Python scripting . Proficiency in advanced troubleshooting with

TMSH, Bash, TCPDump, Wireshark . Excellent communication skills with ability to collaborate across technical and business teams. Proactive, ownership-driven mindset; comfortable working on high-impact projects in a collaborative team environment. Why Join

True F5 Specialist Role : 100% focused on F5 technologies. Enterprise Scope : Own, manage, and optimize large-scale F5 environments. Cloud & Automation Focus : Lead automation and migration projects in AWS. Collaborative Team : Small, expert team with high visibility and direct influence on design decisions. Locations

Phoenix, AZ Chicago, IL New York, NY Compensation

Base pay range : $110,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr Compensation:

$120,000 – $150,000 (USD per year) Employment Type

Direct Hire Citizenship Requirements

No sponsorship is being offered at this time. Green Card Holders and US Citizens only.

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