F5 Network Security Engineer

Job#: 2068999

Job Description:

Job Title: F5 Network Security Engineer

Client: Financial Services

Type: 3 Month Contract to Hire

Location: San Antonio, TX (must be local or open to relocating)

Schedule: Monday-Friday Core Hours

Compensation: $40/hr. +

*If interested and qualified, please reach out to the Professional Recruiter, Valentina, at

What You Will Do:

• Design, implement, and manage F5 load balancers (BIG-IP, LTM, GTM, APM, ASM) to optimize application delivery and security. Managing all things F5 (security, rules, cleanup, configuration changes, updates, etc.)
• Configure and maintain Palo Alto Networks firewalls for robust perimeter security.
• Develop and enforce network security policies, including access control, segmentation, and threat mitigation.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize network security performance using SIEM and logging tools.
• Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability scans to identify and remediate security gaps.
• Implement and manage SSL/TLS encryption, VPNs, and authentication protocols.
• Assist in incident response and forensic investigations related to security breaches.

Required Experience:

• 3+ years experience working with F5, with experience within the last 2 years.
• Firewall experience.

Full Job Description: The Network Security Engineer is responsible for the enterprise network security infrastructure, including the design, configuration, implementation, and administration of firewall and DMZ environments, IDS/IPS environments, third-party integration, virtual private networks, and related network security environments. This role involves planning, designing, implementing, and supporting Firewall/DMZ environments, third-party environments, load balancing environments, IDS/IPS environments, and other network-related environments. The engineer will provide planning, direction, and technical expertise regarding network security for local and wide area networks, the Internet, and other network environments.

Key responsibilities include developing network security standards and creating policies/procedures for firewall and network environments, including standards for VPN, router security, and switch security. The engineer will investigate security threats reported by security vendors and IDS/IPS, providing direction to responsible teams for remediation. Additional duties include completing any other job-related tasks needed to help drive the organizations vision, fulfill its purpose, and abide by its values.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Management Information Systems or equivalent education and/or experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years of Network Engineering and LAN/WAN installation & implementation experience, with the ability to solve related network, VOIP, LAN/WAN communication problems.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret complex technical documents and periodicals.
• Ability to take responsibility and perform work utilizing independent judgment and initiative.
• Ability to function in a high-volume environment and within time constraints while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality of sensitive information.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.