F5 Platform Administrator

As an experienced F5 Administrator with over 5 years of expertise in managing and configuring F5 BIG-IP modules such as LTM and GTM, you will play a crucial role in optimizing application delivery and security. Your responsibilities will include designing, deploying, and maintaining F5 environments to ensure high availability and scalability of applications. You will be required to possess a strong understanding of network protocols including SSL/TLS, TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS, and be proficient in configuring iRules, VIPs, pools, health monitors, and traffic management policies. Experience with automation tools like Ansible and Python for F5 configurations is highly desirable, as well as familiarity with F5 BIG-IP deployments in cloud environments. Key Skills: - F5 Administration (LTM, GTM) - Network Protocols (SSL/TLS, TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS) - F5 Configuration (iRules, VIPs, Pools, Health Monitors, Traffic Management) - Automation Tools (Ansible, Python) - Cloud Deployments (F5 BIG-IP in cloud environments) Key Responsibilities: - Manage and maintain F5 load balancers and associated security features. - Design, deploy, and optimize F5 environments for high availability and scalability of applications. - Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve issues related to F5 performance and configuration. - Implement traffic management rules and policies to enhance application performance. - Collaborate with network and security teams to integrate F5 solutions into the network architecture. - Perform firmware upgrades, patches, and proactive maintenance on F5 devices. - Document standard operating procedures and technical configurations. - Provide support during high-severity incidents and after-hours support as needed. Qualifications & Skills: - 5+ years of experience in F5 administration (LTM, GTM). - Strong knowledge of network protocols, SSL/TLS, TCP/IP, HTTP/HTTPS. - Proficiency in configuring iRules, VIPs, pools, health monitors, and traffic management. - Familiarity with automation tools for F5 configuration (e.g., Ansible, Python). - Experience with F5 BIG-IP deployments in cloud environments is a plus. - F5 certifications (e.g., F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator) are desirable.,