Network Engineer III

Role Overview: At F5, you will play a crucial role as a Network Engineer, ensuring the reliability, availability, scalability, and security of network systems and associated platforms. Your primary focus will be on implementing modern, robust networking solutions, automation initiatives, and collaborating across teams to maintain system performance and security. Key Responsibilities: - Manage and maintain networking and security infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and strong protection against cyber threats. - Configure, manage, and troubleshoot firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access control solutions to enforce security best practices. - Provide operational support for F5 BIG-IP platforms, including load balancing and application delivery controllers. - Leverage automation to scale and govern infrastructure efficiently, automating routine network and security tasks to improve system velocity and sustainability. - Architect and deploy scalable networking solutions based on business requirements, collaborating with cross-functional teams for efficient outcomes. - Continuously monitor system performance, proactively identify and resolve issues, and perform tuning to maximize uptime, performance, and response times. - Respond to incidents, participate in on-call rotation, perform root cause analysis (RCA), and troubleshoot complex issues. - Develop and maintain system documentation, including standard operating procedures, configurations, and troubleshooting guides. Qualifications: - BS/BA degree or equivalent practical experience. - 6+ years of experience in network operations, engineering, or security roles in a technology-driven organization. - Strong experience with network and security infrastructure, including tools and protocols relevant to the role. - Certifications in networking or security (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, CISSP, or similar) as a plus. - Proficiency in scripting languages and familiarity with automation frameworks. Note: This job description provides a general overview of responsibilities and requirements and may be subject to change. Please note that F5 only contacts candidates through F5 email address (ending with @f5.com) or auto email notification from Workday (ending with f5.com or @myworkday.com).,