Network Security Engineer- F5 Solution

Role: Network Security Engineer- F5 Solution

Location: Spring, TX (Onsite)

Job type: Full time

Description:

The Network Security Engineer (F5 Solutions) is responsible for researching, implementing, and administering network security solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Works closely with internal technology teams, business stakeholders, and outside vendors to research, design, test, evaluate, and select network solutions to secure and protect the infrastructure
• Deploys and manages network equipment, as well as load balancers, firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
• Monitors networks and network security systems; tracks, manages, and alerts appropriate parties of vulnerabilities, attacks and other security issues.
• Recommends and implements policies and procedures to ensure adherence to security standards.
• Assists with high level troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Maintains current knowledge of new technologies and security threats; makes recommendations on improving existing solutions.
• Provides assistance to system users relative to network security matters.
• Performs other job-related duties or special projects as assigned.

Competencies Required:

• Demonstrated success in managing, analyzing and solving complex network technical issues.
• Technical knowledge of security configurations, log analysis, intrusion detection and mitigation.
• Strong verbal communication and technical writing skills with an ability to effectively interact with and convey information to people who possess varying levels of understanding on applicable topics.
• Ability to work independently while supporting a team environment.
• Solid understanding of network security practices, systems, and standards.
• Strong technology skills, including intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Visio) and Cisco platforms.
• Customer service orientation with proven process and project management skills.
• Strategic and problem-solving mindset with developed analytical abilities and organizational skills.

Minimum Qualifications/Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years network administration experience required.
• Experience with F5 solutions, including LTM, GTM/DNS, APM, WAF, and/or AFM required.
• Other beneficial experience (i.e., Cisco Routing/Switching, SIEM, VA, IPS, Cloud Security, Routing and Switching, Tenable, CASB, Python, Automation/ Orchestration), preferred.
• Financial services or banking industry experience preferred.