System Administrator II (Big IP F5)

Post Date

Jun 26, 2025

Location

Montgomery,
Alabama

ZIP/Postal Code

36112
US
Aug 28, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Network Engineer

Req #

BIR-791513

Pay Rate

$29 - $36 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a System Administrator II specialized in Big IP F5, for a government contract. These individuals will be working on a military base doing all network and system support for all of the Air Force.

The day to day is as follows:
-Operate, maintain, monitor F5 appliances, configurations, identify BIG-IP Traffic Processing Objects, and analyze overall health and effectiveness of multiple Big IP F5 instances.
-Manage application integration designs around application logic and authentication configuration (session management, application redirects, rewrites, migration scenarios, app routing, CAC/PIV authentication).
-Support, troubleshoot and configure SSL intercept/inspection, web certificates, certificate management, PKI Certificate Authority (CA) bundles, private/public keys. Install, configure, and administer Big IP F5 Platform Suite referencing Web Applications with Local Traffic Manager (LTM) and Access Policy Manger (APM) services.
Install and patch Big IP F5 systems, and document DISA Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIGs) checklists.
-Design and administrator load balancing strategies/ techniques, in application switching / traffic management, knowledge of persistence and SSL certificates.
-Create and maintain documentation detailing architecture components, configurations, monitoring & alerting setup, troubleshooting guides, and checklists.
-Notify appropriate Information Technical Equipment Custodian (ITEC) or Property Custodian (PC), in writing, within 4 hours for all accountable item moves.
-Neatly bundle and conceal all excess system or peripheral cabling after each installation or repair.

We are a company committed to creating inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, disability, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to Human Resources Request Form. The EEOC "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here.

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Required Skills & Experience

-3+ years of professional experience with Big IP F5 products performing systems administration, including installations, configurations, monitoring system performance and availability, upgrades, troubleshooting, and certificate management.
-High school diploma or equivalent
-Secret clearance
-IAT-II certification
-At least 1 of the following: F5 Certified Technology Specialist (F5-CTS) Local Traffic Manager (LTM)
OR
F5-CTS- Access Policy Manager (APM)
OR
F5 BIG-IP Certified Administrator

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- 2 or more of the following: F5 Certified Technology Specialist (F5-CTS) Local Traffic Manager (LTM)
OR
F5-CTS- Access Policy Manager (APM)
OR
F5 BIG-IP Certified Administrator

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.