DDI Architect

As a DDI Architect, your role will involve leading the design and deployment of resilient, secure, and automated DNS, DHCP, and IPAM systems. You are expected to have a strong understanding of commercial DDI technologies such as Infoblox and BlueCat, as well as open-source technologies like BIND9, Kea, and NetBox. Key Responsibilities: - Design and implement scalable DDI infrastructure including DNS, DHCP, and IPAM services. - Work across multiple platforms such as Infoblox, BlueCat, BIND9, NetBox, and Kea DHCP. - Automate operations through Python, RESTful APIs, and Ansible. - Evaluate and integrate new DDI technologies to improve service resilience. - Collaborate with IT and Security teams on policy enforcement and change management. - Continuously monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize DDI systems. - Document infrastructure and mentor junior team members on best practices. Required Skills & Experience: - Possess 8+ years of hands-on experience with DDI platforms. - Strong working knowledge of Infoblox or BlueCat solutions. - Proficiency in open-source tools including BIND9, NetBox/phpIPAM, and ISC Kea. - Deep understanding of networking protocols such as TCP/IP, IPv6, BGP, VRFs, and VLANs. - Experience in automation using Python, Ansible, and REST APIs. - Knowledge of DNS security and protocols like DNSSEC, RPZ, tunneling, and threat feeds. - Familiarity with OpenSearch or similar tools for DDI observability. Preferred Certifications: - Infoblox Certified DDI Expert or BlueCat Certified Professional. - Certifications in security or networking would be advantageous. Join Us to: - Architect core infrastructure for enterprise and research-scale networks. - Work with a mix of commercial and open-source technologies. - Build secure, automated DNS/DHCP/IPAM environments in hybrid cloud settings.,