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F5 Engineer Jobs in New York (NOW HIRING)

Senior SRE Engineer

Parsippany, NJ · On-site

$57.25 - $76.25/hr

Configure and support load balancing technologies including F5 BIG-IP and HAProxy. Monitor system ... Utilize AI-assisted engineering tools (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, ChatGPT, Claude Code, or similar) to ...

Senior Core Network Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · Hybrid

$108K - $148K/yr

Engineer and support F5 BIG-IP technologies (LTM, GTM/DNS, ASM, APM preferred). * Engineer and support hybrid cloud and data center interconnectivity solutions. * Serve as the senior technical lead ...

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How much do f5 engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for f5 engineer in New York is $111,320.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,900.00 and $127,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an F5 engineer?

An F5 Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing F5 Networks technologies, including load balancers, application security, and traffic management solutions. They optimize application delivery, ensure high availability, and protect against cyber threats. Their role involves configuring F5 BIG-IP modules like LTM, GTM, ASM, and APM, troubleshooting network issues, and working with other IT teams to enhance performance and security.

What does an F5 engineer do?

A typical day for an F5 Engineer involves managing and optimizing F5 load balancer appliances, configuring traffic policies, and responding to incidents impacting network traffic or application availability. You’ll routinely collaborate with network, security, and application teams to design or troubleshoot custom solutions and ensure secure, highly available infrastructure. Regular tasks include performing system upgrades, creating documentation, and monitoring system performance to proactively identify issues. This role often requires a mix of scheduled project work and rapid response to urgent network situations, providing both variety and challenge in daily responsibilities.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the F5 engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an F5 Engineer, you need strong networking knowledge, experience with load balancers, and a background in computer science or related IT fields. Expertise in F5 BIG-IP products, relevant certifications like F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator, and familiarity with scripting languages such as Python or Bash are often required. Strong troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and effective communication set top candidates apart. These competencies are critical for ensuring network security, optimizing application delivery, and supporting seamless business operations.

What are the most commonly searched types of F5 Engineer jobs in New York?

The most popular types of F5 Engineer jobs in New York are:

Infographic showing various F5 Engineer job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,320 per year, or $53.5 per hour.

Lead Network Security Engineer (F5 required)

Manhattan, NY • On-site


NYU Langone Health
Hospitals • 501 - 1,000 employees

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 248 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

25th of 893 rated healthcare providers

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Recommended by students


$121K - $166K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 20 days ago


Job description

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. For the fourth consecutive year, Vizient Inc. ranked NYU Langone No. 1 for quality care in the nation and U.S. News & World Report recently placed 12 of its clinical specialties among the top 10 in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.


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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Lead Engineer - Network Security Systems.
Reporting to the Director of Network Security Systems Engineering, the Lead Engineer of Network Security Systems position is responsible for overseeing and managing the design and implementation of network security solutions. The Lead Engineer of Network Security Systems is responsible for providing 2nd and 3rd level support for all network security issues or outages.  Ensures the smooth operation of the network infrastructure in order to provide maximum security, performance and availability. Maintains close vendor relationships to support current technology solutions and provide roadmap strategies for all network Security systems.

Job Responsibilities:

Job Responsibilities

  • Design and implement secure network architectures, considering factors like redundancy, scalability, and fault tolerance. Assess existing network infrastructure for security vulnerabilities and propose necessary improvements.
  • Configure, manage, and monitor network security devices, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and load balancers. Ensure proper access controls, segmentation, and hardening of network devices.
  • Support responses to security incidents, including conducting thorough investigations and implementing necessary remediation measures. Create incident response plans and playbooks to enhance incident handling efficiency.
  • Implement, and enforce network security policies, procedures, and guidelines. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards related to network security.
  • Conduct regular network vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. Collaborate with IT teams to prioritize and remediate identified vulnerabilities.
  • Implement and manage network security monitoring tools to detect and respond to security threats in real-time. Configure alerts and notifications to proactively address potential security incidents.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to promote a security-first mindset across the organization.
  • Stay up to date with the latest security threats, trends, and best practices. Participate in industry conferences and forums to share knowledge and gain insights.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field.

Skills

Advanced Fortinet,  Palo Alto and F5 Engineering knowledge as well as current working knowledge of Gigamon, Forescout, network routing, DNS

Additional Position Specific Responsibilities:
Design, maintain, and monitor extensive Firewall, Fortinet, and F5 environments per hospital standards.
Implement and support multi-vendor Firewall platforms featuring Palo Alto series Firewalls and Cisco ASA.
Daily Maintenance and checks of all Firewall, Fortinet and F5 related equipment.
Maintain and organize reporting information and documentation for Management review
Maintain high to detailed levels of documentation as required for all PaloAlto and F5 environments
Perform routine maintenance functions for all systems including OS upgrades, hardware fixes, etc
Provide second and third level support for all Firewall and F5 systems.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelors Degree and 5 or more years of relevant experience.
Excellent Fortinet, F5 troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify the cause of an issue and determine a solution.
Ability to focus, manage your time and your work, and get things done quickly, efficiently, and completely.
Experience and desire to work in a team environment with other engineers.

Preferred Qualifications:
At least 5 years working with Network Firewalls / Fortinet, Palo Alto NGFW experience is preferred.
Proficiency in the following technology platforms:Fortinet, F5 Access Policy Manager (APM), F5 Enterprise Manager (EM), Palo Alto Firewalls, Cisco ASA Firewalls

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $121,792.21 - $166,950.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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