Requirements
- A minimum of 5–7 years of hands-on IT and network engineering experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
- A combination of equivalent education, training, and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- Hands-on experience with F5 LTM (iRules, Data Groups, certificate management)
- Experience with F5 GTM (WIPs, DNS zones, record creation)
- Ability to interface and provide quality support to partners and internal employees
- Proven ability to troubleshoot effectively and maintain clear communication with stakeholders
- Solid general networking knowledge (TCP/IP, routing, switching, firewalls)
- Experience with F5 DNS and its role in enterprise environments
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced enterprise-level environment
Qualifications
- F5 certifications (e.g., F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator) are a strong plus
- CCNA certification is a plus but not required
- Experience with network automation using Python or Ansible
- Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools related to F5 and network infrastructure
Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of the salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $108,400 to $135,500 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that are not included in the base pay.
The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:
- Health and Wellbeing: Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
- Financial Benefits: Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off: PTO and Sick Leave (starting at 20 days per year) & Holidays (10 per year), Parental Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
- Additional Perks: Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program
We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!
If you have any questions or concerns about this posting, please email [email protected].
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Why WWT?
At World Wide Technology, we work together to make a new world happen. Our important work benefits our clients and partners as much as it does our people and communities across the globe. WWT is dedicated to achieving its mission of creating a profitable growth company that is also a Great Place to Work for All. We achieve this through our world-class culture, generous benefits, and by delivering cutting-edge technology solutions for our clients.
Founded in 1990, WWT is a global technology solutions provider leading the AI and Digital Revolution. WWT combines the power of strategy, execution, and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes for organizations around the globe. Through its Advanced Technology Center, a collaborative ecosystem of the world's most advanced hardware and software solutions, WWT helps clients and partners conceptualize, test, and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing, distribution, and integration capabilities.
With over 12,000 employees across WWT and Softchoice and more than 60 locations around the world, WWT's culture, built on a set of core values and established leadership philosophies, has been recognized 14 years in a row by Fortune and Great Place to Work® for its unique blend of determination, innovation, and creating a great place to work for all.
What is the Internal WWT IT Team, and why join?
The Internal WWT IT team is the backbone of our company’s technological infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations and continuous innovation. Our team is dedicated to managing and supporting the company’s technology infrastructure, ensuring the smooth operation of hardware, software, networks, and data systems, while providing top-notch technical support to employees.
By joining the Internal WWT IT team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the efficiency and security of our IT environment, enabling the company to achieve its strategic goals. The Internal IT team offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, where your contributions will have a direct impact on the company's success. If you are passionate about technology and eager to take on new challenges, we encourage you to apply and join our team.
Position Summary
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Network Engineer with deep expertise in F5 technologies to join the WWT internal IT team. This role will focus on managing and optimizing our F5 infrastructure, including LTM, GTM, WIPs and VIPs, and will play a key role in supporting our DNS services through F5. The ideal candidate will have strong networking fundamentals, excellent vendor communication skills, and a passion for automation and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain F5 BIG-IP LTM and GTM devices
- Configure and support virtual IPs (VIPs), pools, nodes, WIPs and DNS zones
- Develop and maintain iRules, iApps, and automation scripts to streamline operations and enhance system reliability
- Manage and troubleshoot F5 DNS services, including record creation and zone management
- Collaborate with application owners, network engineers, and security teams to design and implement traffic management strategies that improve performance and resiliency
- Support F5 certificate management and ensure secure traffic flows
- Contribute to F5 automation efforts using tools like Python and Ansible (bonus)
- Respond to and execute work requests and incidents via ServiceNow
- Maintain documentation of network and F5 configurations, processes, and procedures
- Participate in application architecture discussions, ensuring solutions are aligned with business requirements and infrastructure best practices
- Monitor and analyze network performance, proactively identifying areas for improvement
- Lead and support troubleshooting efforts for application delivery issues, including root cause analysis and long-term resolution
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