F5 BIG IP GTM/DNS Intermediate
The F5 BIG-IP GTM/DNS course equips network administrators and application delivery engineers with skills to optimize global application availability using intelligent DNS routing. It solves the critical pain point of managing complex, multi-site traffic across distributed infrastructures—where 80% of enterprises now rely on hybrid cloud models requiring advanced DNS control. You’ll gain hands-on expertise in configuring BIG-IP DNS for high-performance resolution, load balancing, and failover.
This course prepares you for the F5 Certified Technology Specialist, BIG-IP DNS (302) exam. With Koenig’s official vendor-authorized courseware and 30-day lab access, you build real-world proficiency. Earn a certification that serves as a prerequisite for F5 Cloud Solutions Expert tracks and accelerates career advancement in enterprise networking roles.
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Course Overview
The F5 BIG-IP GTM/DNS course, officially known as Configuring BIG-IP DNS (F5-TRG-DNS), is designed for network and system administrators, application delivery engineers, and IT infrastructure specialists responsible for deploying and managing global traffic management solutions. This comprehensive training prepares candidates for the F5 Certified Technology Specialist, BIG-IP DNS (302) certification exam, a credential recognized across industries for validating expertise in intelligent DNS resolution and application availability. With over $2.8 billion in global F5 application delivery controller market revenue, demand for certified professionals remains strong, particularly in financial services, healthcare, and Fortune 500 enterprises that rely on high-availability architectures.
Participants gain hands-on experience with core F5 technologies including DNS Express, DNSSEC, iRules, wide IPs, server load balancing, and synchronization groups within a live lab environment powered by Ravello Cloud. Students configure BIG-IP DNS listeners, build GSLB clusters across multiple data centers, and implement intelligent DNS resolution using health monitors and metrics to direct traffic based on real-time conditions. A key project involves setting up an active/standby disaster recovery configuration where students simulate a data center failure and observe automated failover, ensuring continuous service availability. These practical exercises reinforce skills in configuring DNS profiles, managing zone records via ZoneRunner, and logging GSLB decisions for audit and troubleshooting purposes.
By completing the F5 BIG-IP GTM/DNS course, learners are fully prepared to pass the Exam 302 and earn the F5-CTS, BIG-IP DNS certification—a prerequisite for advanced Cloud Solutions Expert tracks. Certified professionals can expect competitive salaries ranging from $95,000 to $135,000 annually in the United States, reflecting the specialized nature of the skill set. Koenig Solutions enhances this path with Guaranteed-to-Run batches, official F5 courseware, and access to expert instructors for personalized guidance. Graduates emerge ready to design resilient, globally distributed applications, positioning themselves for advancement into senior roles such as Application Delivery Architect or Principal Network Engineer in enterprise environments worldwide.
What You'll Learn
Prerequisites
- Completing the F5 BIG-IP GTM/DNS instructor-led course or earning the F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator (F5-CA) certification ensures foundational expertise in managing F5 BIG-IP GTM/DNS systems.
- A solid understanding of the DNS resolution process and DNS server configuration is essential for effective deployment of F5 BIG-IP GTM/DNS solutions.
- Knowledge of DNSSEC and its implementation within DNS environments enhances security and integrity of DNS traffic on F5 BIG-IP GTM/DNS.
- Familiarity with TCP/IP concepts, including IP addressing, subnetting, and NAT, is crucial for configuring and troubleshooting F5 BIG-IP GTM/DNS.
- Basic understanding of the OSI model, especially encapsulation and Layer 3/4 protocols, supports optimal F5 BIG-IP GTM/DNS setup and management.
- Experience with routing, switching, Ethernet, ARP, and default gateway configurations is vital for the successful deployment of F5 BIG-IP GTM/DNS solutions.
Certification Exam
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What's Included in Your Training
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Exam Preparation Materials
Practice Test Questions (200+)
Certificate of Completion
Post-Training Support (30 days)
Session Recording Access
Free Rescheduling (7+ days notice)
Career Outcomes
of F5-TRG-DNS certified professionals report career advancement within 6 months
Salary Impact
Average salary increase reported after obtaining the F5-TRG-DNS certification
*Source: Glassdoor / LinkedIn 2025
Job Roles
- F5 BIG-IP GTM/DNS Engineer
- Application Delivery Engineer
- Network Systems Engineer
- Solutions Architect
- Senior Network Engineer
- Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Companies Hiring
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