Sr. Staff Network Engineer (F5)

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NBCUniversal’s Operations and Technology group is looking for a Senior Staff Network Engineer with deep and broad knowledge across network technologies with specific expertise in application load balancing to support NBC globally.  The successful candidate must have experience with F5 deployments and be able to work with a diverse customer base to deliver the appropriate SLA for applications.  The candidate with be part of a larger network engineering team working hybrid at one of NBC core production facilities in Universal City, Denver, NYC, or Miami.

Basic Requirements:

• 12+ years’ experience configuring and troubleshooting F5 LTM, GTM, ASM, AFM.
• Experience in deploying, configuring, and managing F5 devices via BIG-IQ for policy management, software upgrades, and reporting.
• Proficiency in using TC: for the creation and maintenance of iRules.
• Experience with BIG-IQ Centralized Management API.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, and fundamental network security concepts.
• Work in hybrid environment commutable to one of NBC core production locations (Universal City, Denver, NYC, Miami). 
• Develop and update technical documentation for 24/7 NetOps teams to support initial troubleshooting and triage efforts.
• Be part of a global SRE on-call rotation support Tier3/4 escalation.
• Manage reporting and dashboards for overall network infrastructure to ensure hardware and software lifecycle is visible and managed in accordance with requirements.
• Experience with Process Automation and Product Life cycle management.
• Extensive experience working with Internal Audit and Cyber teams to define, develop, adjust, and documentation of compliance related network infrastructure requirements, objectives, and deliverables.

Desired Characteristics:

• F5 Certified Solution Expert/ Palo Alto Network PCSAE/PCNSE Certified or equivalent experience.
• CCNP Routing and Switch Certified or 5 years+ enterprise network engineering and operations experience.
• Experience with development of ServiceNow CMDB Workflow and Processes, API and automating workflows.
• Strong experience with vendor management, OEM platform and software review and Bug Scrubbing.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and help integrate security measures into the deployment process.

Additional Requirements:

• Hybrid: This position has been designated as hybrid, generally contributing from the office a minimum of three days per week.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $140,000 - $170,000 (bonus eligible)

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