DDI Network Engineer (Infoblox Specialist)

DDI Network Engineer (Infoblox Specialist)
Location: Hartford, CT (hybrid)

Pay rate: $60 / hourly as W2

About the Role
Are you a DNS, DHCP, and IPAM (DDI) expert who loves keeping enterprise networks running flawlessly? We are seeking a DDI Network Engineer to become the core subject matter expert for our on-premise enterprise network infrastructure.

While your primary mission (80%) will be owning and optimizing our robust Infoblox environment, you will also play a key role (20%) in driving our modern evolution into cloud integration and network automation. Working alongside a talented hybrid team, you will ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of our critical network services.

Key Responsibilities
On-Premise DDI Core Management (80%)
Architect & Modernize: Design, implement, and manage enterprise DDI infrastructure utilizing Infoblox solutions (NIOS, Grid architecture).

Maintain Peak Performance: Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize DDI services to guarantee 99.9%+ availability across data centers and campus networks.
Lifecycle Management: Lead Infoblox appliance upgrades, patches, and maintenance windows.
Security & Compliance: Implement rigorous security best practices for DDI infrastructure, including DNSSEC and strict access controls.
Capacity Planning: Oversee accurate IP address allocation, subnet management, and infrastructure scaling to meet growing enterprise demands.

Cloud Platform Integration (10%)
Bridge to the Cloud: Integrate on-premise DDI services with major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Hybrid Architecture: Manage complex, hybrid DNS architectures that seamlessly span on-premise and public cloud environments.
Project Support: Support cloud-bound applications with rock-solid DNS and IP management during migration phases.

Automation & Innovation (10%)
Streamline Operations: Provide technical guidance to develop automation tools that eliminate manual DDI tasks.

Infrastructure as Code: Assist in implementing IaC practices for DDI configurations and building self-service capabilities for internal teams.

Collaboration & Leadership
Create and maintain high-quality documentation for DDI architecture and procedures.
Mentor junior team members and collaborate cross-functionally with Security and Infrastructure teams.
Participate in standard change management processes and the team on-call rotation.

Qualifications:
Infoblox Expertise: Proven, hands-on engineering experience with Infoblox DDI solutions (NIOS, Grid Manager, DNS, DHCP, IPAM).
Network Fundamentals: Deep understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, VLAN design, routing protocols, and core DNS protocols (including DNSSEC).
Scale Experience: Past success managing enterprise-scale, on-premise network infrastructure.
Troubleshooting Sharpness: Advanced skills in diagnosing complex network and DDI protocol issues.
Communication: Exceptional documentation skills and the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Bonus Points For:

Certifications such as Core Infoblox Core Admin (CICA) or Core Infoblox Core Engineer (CICE).
Familiarity with automation tools/languages (Python, Ansible, or Terraform) for network environments.
Experience with hybrid cloud networking setups.

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