BlueCat Network & DNS Engineer

Overview

Remote
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

network
DNS
DDI
CCNA
bluecat

Job Details

Network Engineer (DNS) Location: remote
Duration: 12 months

 

Note: candidates meet the residency requirements (5 years in the US with no more than 6 months out of the country).

 

  1. DNS Management:
    • Configure and manage DNS servers, zones, and records.
    • Ensure DNS resolution is reliable and responsive.
    • Implement DNS security measures such as DNSSEC and DDoS protection.
  2. DHCP Administration:
    • Maintain DHCP servers and address pools.
    • Monitor and manage IP address assignments and lease durations.
    • Troubleshoot DHCP issues and optimize address allocation.
  3. IPAM Operations:
    • Perform IP address planning, allocation, and tracking.
    • Manage IP address space and subnets using IPAM tools.
    • Ensure accurate IP address utilization and reporting.
  4. Network Infrastructure Support:
    • Collaborate with network engineers and administrators to integrate DDI services with the network infrastructure.
    • Troubleshoot network connectivity issues related to DNS and DHCP services.
    • Participate in network design and optimization projects.
  5. Security and Compliance:
    • Implement and enforce security policies for DNS, DHCP, and IPAM services.
    • Ensure compliance with data protection regulations and industry standards.
  6. Documentation and Reporting:
    • Maintain up-to-date documentation of DDI configurations, changes, and procedures.
  7. Incident Response and Resolution:
    • Respond to incidents related to DNS, DHCP, and IPAM services in a timely manner.
    • Diagnose and resolve service disruptions, outages, or performance issues.
    • Escalate critical issues to higher support levels as needed.

 

  • Experience with DDI platforms, Preferably BlueCat
  • Proficiency in DNS, DHCP, and IP address management principles and protocols.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in troubleshooting network issues.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, encryption protocols, and security best practices.
  • Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent experience.
  • Certification in networking technologies (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+).
  • Experience with APIs, scripting, and Splunk data flows. Preferred Perl, python and JavaScript
  • Linux administration to include scripting and file system management
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