F5 BIG IP Network Engineer (LTM, GTM, DNS)

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Date: Dec 16, 2024

Location: Atlanta, GA, US, 30309

Company: Norfolk Southern Corp.

Requisition 38120: F5 BIG IP Network Engineer 

 

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Norfolk Southern offers a unique opportunity to be part of our proud legacy that spans nearly 200 years. We are a customer-centric, operations-driven team dedicated to advancing safety, serving communities, and driving innovation for tomorrow's rail.  As part of Norfolk Southern, you’ll join a collaborative team where there are opportunities for growth across the organization. We are building a culture where everyone can thrive by owning and driving exceptional results, being humble and leading with trust, serving our customers with excellence, and collaborating and coaching to win.

Job Description

Norfolk Southern Corporation is seeking a skilled F5 Network Engineer responsible for supporting IP data and telecommunications network connectivity across its enterprise data center environments. This role focuses on leveraging expertise in F5 architecture and operation within complex enterprise networks. The candidate will principally manage F5 networks, with additional responsibility over Cisco WAN/LAN, Infoblox IP Address Management (IPAM), and Palo Alto firewalls.

Responsibilities

  • Configure, implement, and manage F5 load balancing.
  • Design, deploy, and maintain an enterprise network infrastructure.
  • Provide operational support for data center networking.
  • Utilize network monitoring tools to ensure rapid incident response.
  • Identify network device abnormalities, document findings, and develop mitigation strategies.
  • Develop and deliver training on F5 technology to frontline operations teams.
  • Administer and update existing iRules and policies.
  • Work autonomously and as part of a team to drive projects to successful completion.
  • Apply advanced problem-solving, critical thinking, and project planning skills.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation.
  • Manage multiple ongoing projects with the ability to pivot quickly as priorities shift.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation to provide after-hours support when necessary.
     

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field preferred; or comparable industry-experience. 

 

Skills Required 
•    5+ years of demonstrated expertise with F5 BIG-IP architecture, including deep knowledge of LTM, GTM (DNS), and advanced modules.
•    Extensive experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting F5 host, VCMP, and tenant environments.
•    Advanced proficiency in writing, debugging, and optimizing iRules and iControl REST API integrations.
•    Proven ability to design and implement enterprise-grade F5 solutions, including BIG-IQ management and automation strategies.
•    Strong background in Cisco network administration, including Nexus platforms and advanced routing protocols (e.g., OSPF, BGP, ISIS).
•    In-depth knowledge of networking protocols and technologies, such as Multicast, QoS, VLANs, etc.

 

Skills Desired 
•    Experience with cloud networking solutions, including security considerations.
•    Experience designing and implementing data center network architectures.
•    Hands-on experience with Cisco ACI network environments.
•    Familiarity with F5 TMOS to BIG-IP Next migration strategies.
•    Proficiency with Palo Alto Next-Generation Firewalls and Panorama administration.
•    Change, Incident, and Problem Management discipline within the ServiceNow platform.
•    Working directly with OEMs to troubleshoot problems, identify bugs, and develop a platform roadmap.
•    F5 Certified Technical Specialist – Local Traffic Manager (CTS-LTM)

 

Work Conditions
Environment: Hybrid onsite and remote work per week. 
Shift Work: No 
On-Call: Yes
Weekend Work: Yes 

Must be available for rotational on-call responsibilities, approximately once every two months.

 

Company Overview

Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com.

 

At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.

 

Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.

 


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