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IMG IS seeking candidates to support the US Army Intelligence and Security Command (INSCOM). Under the I2TS 3 task order, INSCOM ensures reliable, uninterrupted availability of Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Information Management (C4IM) including: networks, hardware, software, engineering, and specialized tools at the point of customer need to support INSCOM's mission. INSCOM and its MSCs provide the enabling layer to connect the Army and its tactical formations to defense and national intelligence agencies via tactical networks. The ability to provide mission critical intelligence is dependent on the successful use of its information technology (IT) networks worldwide.
The F5 engineer will be responsible for the installation, configuration and maintenance of the F5 BIG IP infrastructure supporting the INSCOM network.
Responsibilities:
Serve as a subject matter expert in supporting F5 load balancers with Big-IP LTM, DNS, AFM, APM and ASM
Perform daily operational tasks submitted by customers through ticket system
Prepare network or infrastructure Visio topology diagrams, write Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance plans and provide status reports as required, participate in data calls and other operational and maintenance tasks
Troubleshoot network problems, network device configurations and coordinate with various department administrators to facilitate connectivity issue resolution
Design technical solutions
Participate in the development and support of GISA and INSCOM technical requirements
Champion a collaborative, team-based environment, sharing standard methodologies and success and building positive relationships
Can deliver technical presentations to include whiteboards at CxO level through to detailed technical staff.
System administrator skills with UNIX, Microsoft or application knowledge
Proven grasp of LAN and WAN networking protocols and technologies, including switching, routing, and security (e.g., Layer 4-7, firewall, DDoS, etc)
Industry and F5 Networks-targeted technologies i.e. Application Delivery Control, Application Access Control, SSL intercept/inspection, and Web Application Firewall Security.
Various scripting and programming languages and operating systems (tcl, python, Assembly, C, JavaScript, Node.js, Linux OS, etc.)
Clearance Required: TS/SCI to start. Candidate must be able to pass a CI Poly.
Certifications Required:
Required Baseline/Security Environment Certification: CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent
Computing Environment certification: F5 Certified Solution Expert
Required Education/Experience:
- Must meet one of the following combinations of education and experience:
- High School Diploma + 10 years
- Associate's Degree + 8 years
- Bachelor's Degree + 6 years
- Master's Degree + 4 years
- PhD + 0 years
Requires 5+ years overall IT experience working in a large enterprise environment with the internal processes of a federal governmental structure and its mandates
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent communications skills and ability to interact with clients
Experience with Cisco network technologies
Significant experience with supporting and maintaining F5 Big-IP load balancers to include set-up, maintenance, upgrades and replacement of the latest generation of F5s
Extensive experience with Big-IP LTM and ASM modules in a large shared environment
Demonstrate an ability to craft and understand iRules
Experience with TCPDump, Wireshark and analyzing network traffic
Demonstrate a solid understanding of the OSI and TCP/IP network models and provide examples
Experience working in a large SDLC environment
Experience analyzing security impacts and risks to websites, explain crafting ASM policies with examples.
Experience in custom SSL, ciphers, and LTM traffic performance optimization
Experience with supporting and maintaining wireless networks
Intermediate knowledge of networking and systems administration; and the ability to troubleshoot problems
Desirable Skills / Experience:
Experience with Application Centric Infrastructure (ACI), have the desire and drive to learn new technologies
Working knowledge of firewall operating systems including CISCO ASDM, Firepower Management Center (MFC), Firepower Threat Defense (FTD), and Palo Alto
Experience designing and implementing Quality of Service ( QOS )
Familiarity with network tools including NetBrain and/or SolarWinds.
Experience working with various Taclane platforms
Knowledge of network operating systems including JUNOS and Brocade
Founded in 1987, IMG is a leading small business that exemplifies competence, integrity and follow-through. We consistently provide customer focused professional services, which ensures our company is recognized for continually exceeding expectations. We believe that at the core of our success stand our people. Our people have provided professional services in the Information Technology field for our customers with a commitment to customer satisfaction for more than 35 years.
Information Management Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
