RCI-TRV-5968 Network Engineer (Infoblox DDI) in Hartford, CT (Hybrid)

Job Code : RCI-TRV-5968

Job Title: Network Engineer (Infoblox DDI)

Location: Hartford, CT 06183 or Alpharetta, GA 30005 or Cockeysville, MD 21030 or Saint Paul, MN 55102 (Hybrid)

Duration: 12 Month extension possible based on needs and performance

Minimum Salary: $55.00 Per Hourly

Maximum Salary: $60.00 Per Hourly

Description:

• This role will focuses primarily on managing and optimizing our on-premise enterprise network infrastructure, with growing responsibilities in cloud integration and automation.
• You''''ll collaborate with a talented team of network engineers both onsite and remotely to ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of our critical DDI services.

Key Responsibilities

On-Premise DDI Management (80%)

• Design, implement, and manage enterprise DDI infrastructure using Infoblox solutions
• Administer DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (IPAM) across on-premise data centers and campus networks
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize DDI services to ensure 99.9%+ availability
• Perform capacity planning and infrastructure scaling for growing network demands
• Manage Infoblox appliance upgrades, patches, and maintenance windows
• Implement security best practices for DDI infrastructure, including DNSSEC and access controls
• Respond to and resolve DDI-related incidents and service requests
• Maintain accurate IP address allocation and subnet management across the enterprise

Cloud Platform Integration (10%)

• Integrate on-premise DDI services with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform)
• Manage hybrid DNS architectures spanning on-premise and cloud environments
• Collaborate on cloud migration projects requiring DDI service extensions
• Support cloud-based applications with appropriate DNS and IP management

Automation & Service Development (10%)

• Provide guidance for development of automation tools to streamline DDI operations
• Assist with the creation of self-service capabilities for common DDI requests
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices for DDI configurations
• Build monitoring and alerting solutions for proactive service management

General Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for DDI architecture, configurations, and procedures
• Collaborate with network, security, and infrastructure teams on cross-functional projects
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members
• Participate in change management processes and on-call rotation
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging DDI technologies

Qualifications:

• Strong hands-on experience with Infoblox DDI solutions (NIOS, Grid architecture, DNS, DHCP, IPAM)
• Deep understanding of DNS protocols (including DNSSEC), DHCP operations, and IP address management
• Experience managing enterprise-scale on-premise network infrastructure
• Proficiency in troubleshooting complex network and DDI issues
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, subnetting, VLAN design, and routing protocols
• Experience with network monitoring and management tools
• Excellent documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in both onsite and remote collaborative environments