Allstate
Infrastructure Solutions Engineer Expert (F5 & DNS)
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
The role of the Infrastructure Solution Engineer Expert (F5 & DNS) is to provide engineering services to determine the selection, deployment, and lifecycle management of the F5 (GTM, LTM) and DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) & NTP (Network Time Protocol) Infrastructures. This work will contribute to the current Network architectural, roadmaps, technology standards and templates.
Establish written procedures, guidelines and techniques, develops, enhances, tests, supports, maintains, and debugs vended software and inhouse developed scripts that support the F5, DDI, & NTP Infrastructure. Individual contributor role: fully competent to work on the most complex projects, often on multiple phases, and provides guidance and direction to the junior Network Engineers. Often responsible for the completion of a phase of a project.
Participates in various automation and integration activities, resulting in more efficient and effective operations / administration.
Key Responsibilities
-
Implement and maintain a scalable and reliable F5, DDI, & NTP platform, resulting in improved performance and capacity to meet demand and growth, reduced downtime and high resiliency.
-
Collaborate with key Network Engineering teams and application groups to provide required F5, DDI, & NTP services.
-
Assist with Audit deliverables for F5, DDI, & NTP Infrastructure.
-
Work with vendors to enhance their respective tools.
-
Develop integrations for the various F5, DDI, & NTP Infrastructure.
-
Identify gaps in current systems and processes and recommend appropriate solutions.
-
Develop detailed documentation including process flows, use cases, and technical designs.
-
Ensure compliance with security and governance standards.
Qualifications
-
7+ years of experience in F5, DDI, & NTP Engineering. (Preferred)
-
Strong knowledge of system and networking concepts.
-
Experience in the design & deployment of F5 LTM, GTM as well as Infoblox DDI & NTP infrastructure.
-
F5 Certification
-
Infoblox Certification.
-
Functional knowledge of Network components such as switches, routers, firewalls, proxies, load balancers etc. Understanding of inter-dependencies of various network components.
-
Knowledge of protocols such as ICMP, NTP, TCP/IP, SNMP, SMTP, UDP, VRRP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, TLS etc.
-
Knowledge of hybrid cloud, public cloud (AWS, Azure), microservices (Kubernetes, containers, etc.)
-
Skills in Scripting; Python, Ansible, Shell, JavaScript, F5 iRules or similar.
Functional Skills
-
Has installed or supported network infrastructure.
-
Self-starter, self-directed and shows initiative.
-
Focused on execution, delivery, and commitment to dates.
-
Sound engineering foundation with network and systems troubleshooting skills.
-
Strong written and verbal communications skills.
-
Organized and detail oriented; strong technical acumen.
-
Strong experience working with various software vendors including but not limited to Infoblox, F5, SPLUNK, as well as equipment manufacturers such as Cisco, F5, Palo Alto etc.
-
Strong knowledge in tools such as tcpdump, wireshark, and Palo Alto.
-
Experience in a financial services organization (Insurance, Banking, Investment banking).
Education
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, related field and or technical training. (Preferred)
Experience
7 or more years of experience (Preferred)
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job does not have supervisory duties.
Education & Experience (in lieu)
In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
#LI-MF1
Skills
Analytical Thinking, Application Infrastructure, Collaboration, DNS Configuration, DNS Management, DNS Protocol, DNS Server, Enterprise Technologies, F5 Load Balancer, Infoblox DNS, Innovative Thinking, Internet Protocol Suite, IT Architecure Design, Load Balancers, Network Engineering, Network Infrastructures, Networking Concepts, Production Support, Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP), Solution Engineering, Solutions Design, Strategic Collaboration
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $112,000.00 – 196,750.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO is the Law” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
What We Do:
As an expert on our products and services, you can give customers personalized attention and innovative solutions to make their lives easier.
How We Support You:
Starting day one, you’ll have access to resources and incentives to keep you feeling challenged and excited about your careers.
Make An Impact:
As a member of our sales team, you’ll bring a sense of ease and support to customers looking for a better understanding of their protection options. Whether in the field or talking to customers over the phone, you’ll continue to build trust in who we are and what we do.
You’re in Good Hands ® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make our employees, too.
As part of our team, we want you to love where you work, and that starts by giving you the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on inclusion creates an environment where you can connect and belong. Our goal is for you to feel trusted, heard and empowered to express yourself. When you thrive, we all thrive. And this year, we’re proud to share that we’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers For Diversity, and one of America’s Best Large Employers.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level each day. Our dedication to continuous learning ensures that you have access to development programs designed to propel your career forward. As you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to do meaningful work and make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world, can be even greater when we work together.
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
The role of the Infrastructure Solution Engineer Expert (F5 & DNS) is to provide engineering services to determine the selection, deployment, and lifecycle management of the F5 (GTM, LTM) and DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) & NTP (Network Time Protocol) Infrastructures. This work will contribute to the current Network architectural, roadmaps, technology standards and templates.
Establish written procedures, guidelines and techniques, develops, enhances, tests, supports, maintains, and debugs vended software and inhouse developed scripts that support the F5, DDI, & NTP Infrastructure. Individual contributor role: fully competent to work on the most complex projects, often on multiple phases, and provides guidance and direction to the junior Network Engineers. Often responsible for the completion of a phase of a project.
Participates in various automation and integration activities, resulting in more efficient and effective operations / administration.
Key Responsibilities
-
Implement and maintain a scalable and reliable F5, DDI, & NTP platform, resulting in improved performance and capacity to meet demand and growth, reduced downtime and high resiliency.
-
Collaborate with key Network Engineering teams and application groups to provide required F5, DDI, & NTP services.
-
Assist with Audit deliverables for F5, DDI, & NTP Infrastructure.
-
Work with vendors to enhance their respective tools.
-
Develop integrations for the various F5, DDI, & NTP Infrastructure.
-
Identify gaps in current systems and processes and recommend appropriate solutions.
-
Develop detailed documentation including process flows, use cases, and technical designs.
-
Ensure compliance with security and governance standards.
Qualifications
-
7+ years of experience in F5, DDI, & NTP Engineering. (Preferred)
-
Strong knowledge of system and networking concepts.
-
Experience in the design & deployment of F5 LTM, GTM as well as Infoblox DDI & NTP infrastructure.
-
F5 Certification
-
Infoblox Certification.
-
Functional knowledge of Network components such as switches, routers, firewalls, proxies, load balancers etc. Understanding of inter-dependencies of various network components.
-
Knowledge of protocols such as ICMP, NTP, TCP/IP, SNMP, SMTP, UDP, VRRP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, TLS etc.
-
Knowledge of hybrid cloud, public cloud (AWS, Azure), microservices (Kubernetes, containers, etc.)
-
Skills in Scripting; Python, Ansible, Shell, JavaScript, F5 iRules or similar.
Functional Skills
-
Has installed or supported network infrastructure.
-
Self-starter, self-directed and shows initiative.
-
Focused on execution, delivery, and commitment to dates.
-
Sound engineering foundation with network and systems troubleshooting skills.
-
Strong written and verbal communications skills.
-
Organized and detail oriented; strong technical acumen.
-
Strong experience working with various software vendors including but not limited to Infoblox, F5, SPLUNK, as well as equipment manufacturers such as Cisco, F5, Palo Alto etc.
-
Strong knowledge in tools such as tcpdump, wireshark, and Palo Alto.
-
Experience in a financial services organization (Insurance, Banking, Investment banking).
Education
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, related field and or technical training. (Preferred)
Experience
7 or more years of experience (Preferred)
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job does not have supervisory duties.
Education & Experience (in lieu)
In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
#LI-MF1
Skills
Analytical Thinking, Application Infrastructure, Collaboration, DNS Configuration, DNS Management, DNS Protocol, DNS Server, Enterprise Technologies, F5 Load Balancer, Infoblox DNS, Innovative Thinking, Internet Protocol Suite, IT Architecure Design, Load Balancers, Network Engineering, Network Infrastructures, Networking Concepts, Production Support, Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP), Solution Engineering, Solutions Design, Strategic Collaboration
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $112,000.00 – 196,750.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO is the Law” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
What We Do:
Your ability to quickly and calmly make smart decisions can make a huge difference in how confident customers feel throughout the claims process. And as you support our customers, we’re there to support you.
How We Support You:
We empower your success starting day one. You’ll have access to everything you need to grow professionally while helping our customers get their lives back on track.
Make An Impact:
Helping customers with their claims is about learning their stories, not just processing their paperwork. You can take pride in the fact that you’re providing invaluable guidance and helping to build continued trust in our company.
You’re in Good Hands ® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make our employees, too.
As part of our team, we want you to love where you work, and that starts by giving you the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on inclusion creates an environment where you can connect and belong. Our goal is for you to feel trusted, heard and empowered to express yourself. When you thrive, we all thrive. And this year, we’re proud to share that we’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers For Diversity, and one of America’s Best Large Employers.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level each day. Our dedication to continuous learning ensures that you have access to development programs designed to propel your career forward. As you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to do meaningful work and make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world, can be even greater when we work together.
At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
The role of the Infrastructure Solution Engineer Expert (F5 & DNS) is to provide engineering services to determine the selection, deployment, and lifecycle management of the F5 (GTM, LTM) and DDI (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) & NTP (Network Time Protocol) Infrastructures. This work will contribute to the current Network architectural, roadmaps, technology standards and templates.
Establish written procedures, guidelines and techniques, develops, enhances, tests, supports, maintains, and debugs vended software and inhouse developed scripts that support the F5, DDI, & NTP Infrastructure. Individual contributor role: fully competent to work on the most complex projects, often on multiple phases, and provides guidance and direction to the junior Network Engineers. Often responsible for the completion of a phase of a project.
Participates in various automation and integration activities, resulting in more efficient and effective operations / administration.
Key Responsibilities
-
Implement and maintain a scalable and reliable F5, DDI, & NTP platform, resulting in improved performance and capacity to meet demand and growth, reduced downtime and high resiliency.
-
Collaborate with key Network Engineering teams and application groups to provide required F5, DDI, & NTP services.
-
Assist with Audit deliverables for F5, DDI, & NTP Infrastructure.
-
Work with vendors to enhance their respective tools.
-
Develop integrations for the various F5, DDI, & NTP Infrastructure.
-
Identify gaps in current systems and processes and recommend appropriate solutions.
-
Develop detailed documentation including process flows, use cases, and technical designs.
-
Ensure compliance with security and governance standards.
Qualifications
-
7+ years of experience in F5, DDI, & NTP Engineering. (Preferred)
-
Strong knowledge of system and networking concepts.
-
Experience in the design & deployment of F5 LTM, GTM as well as Infoblox DDI & NTP infrastructure.
-
F5 Certification
-
Infoblox Certification.
-
Functional knowledge of Network components such as switches, routers, firewalls, proxies, load balancers etc. Understanding of inter-dependencies of various network components.
-
Knowledge of protocols such as ICMP, NTP, TCP/IP, SNMP, SMTP, UDP, VRRP, DNS, HTTP, HTTPS, TLS etc.
-
Knowledge of hybrid cloud, public cloud (AWS, Azure), microservices (Kubernetes, containers, etc.)
-
Skills in Scripting; Python, Ansible, Shell, JavaScript, F5 iRules or similar.
Functional Skills
-
Has installed or supported network infrastructure.
-
Self-starter, self-directed and shows initiative.
-
Focused on execution, delivery, and commitment to dates.
-
Sound engineering foundation with network and systems troubleshooting skills.
-
Strong written and verbal communications skills.
-
Organized and detail oriented; strong technical acumen.
-
Strong experience working with various software vendors including but not limited to Infoblox, F5, SPLUNK, as well as equipment manufacturers such as Cisco, F5, Palo Alto etc.
-
Strong knowledge in tools such as tcpdump, wireshark, and Palo Alto.
-
Experience in a financial services organization (Insurance, Banking, Investment banking).
Education
Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, related field and or technical training. (Preferred)
Experience
7 or more years of experience (Preferred)
Supervisory Responsibilities
This job does not have supervisory duties.
Education & Experience (in lieu)
In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
#LI-MF1
Skills
Analytical Thinking, Application Infrastructure, Collaboration, DNS Configuration, DNS Management, DNS Protocol, DNS Server, Enterprise Technologies, F5 Load Balancer, Infoblox DNS, Innovative Thinking, Internet Protocol Suite, IT Architecure Design, Load Balancers, Network Engineering, Network Infrastructures, Networking Concepts, Production Support, Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP), Solution Engineering, Solutions Design, Strategic Collaboration
Compensation
Compensation offered for this role is $112,000.00 – 196,750.00 annually and is based on experience and qualifications.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation.
Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You’ll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we’ve proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.
Allstate generally does not sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.
Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component.
For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
To view the “EEO is the Law” poster click “here”. This poster provides information concerning the laws and procedures for filing complaints of violations of the laws with the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs
To view the FMLA poster, click “here”. This poster summarizing the major provisions of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and telling employees how to file a complaint.
It is the Company’s policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all jobs. Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment.
At Allstate, it’s all about teamwork, flexibility, and thinking ahead. We all contribute to the bigger picture, combining unique ideas to design innovative, more affordable protection solutions for customers.
We look for candidates with these skills to help us achieve that goal:
Learning agility
Quickly adapt to new situations, continually build new skills, experiment, and embrace new ways of doing things
Customer centricity
Deliver exceptional experience with a customer-first mindset and human-centered design
Digital literacy
Discover and apply emerging digital technology tools, data and insights.
Results-oriented
Start with measurable outcomes and drive results with speed
Inclusive leadership
Integrate diverse viewpoints into decision-making processes to enhance creativity and innovation
Together, we’re all working toward Our Shared Purpose, using our strengths to make a real difference for our people, our customers, our company, and the world around us.
You’re in Good Hands ® is more than a promise we make to our customers. It’s a promise we make our employees, too.
As part of our team, we want you to love where you work, and that starts by giving you the freedom to be yourself. Our workplace flexibility and focus on inclusion creates an environment where you can connect and belong. Our goal is for you to feel trusted, heard and empowered to express yourself. When you thrive, we all thrive. And this year, we’re proud to share that we’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers For Diversity, and one of America’s Best Large Employers.
When you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to push your skills to the next level each day. Our dedication to continuous learning ensures that you have access to development programs designed to propel your career forward. As you learn and grow, so do we.
Working here also means getting the chance to do meaningful work and make a real impact in your community. We have been driving change for over 90 years, but the mark we leave on the world, can be even greater when we work together.
Benefits
Experience the benefits that make Allstate a great place to work.
*Benefits vary based on position.
- Medical, dental and vision coverage
- HSAs and FSAs
- Wellbeing programs
- Free therapy sessions
- 401(k) plan
- Pension plan
- Free financial counseling
- Paid time off
- Work flexibility
- Talent shares
- Tuition reimbursement
- Learning opportunities
For a full description of Allstate’s benefits visit our benefits page
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