Solutions Engineer

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Gotham Technology Group Sr. Technical Recruiter @ Gotham Technology Group | Expert in IT Recruitment Seeking a DDI Architect / Engineer (DNS, DHCP, IPAM) for a long term contract in the Metro NYC area for our direct client. Hybrid at least 1 day a week onsite Job Summary: We are seeking a DDI Architect / Engineer with deep expertise in BlueCat DNS, DHCP, and IPAM solutions. This role will be responsible for an enterprise-grade DDI (DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management) environment while ensuring security, scalability, and high availability. The ideal candidate has strong experience in automating DNS/DHCP management, troubleshooting DDI issues, and integrating BlueCat solutions into hybrid cloud and on-prem environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, deploy, and manage BlueCat Address Manager (BAM), BlueCat DNS/DHCP Server (BDDS), and BlueCat Edge in large-scale environments. Configure and maintain DNS zones, records, forwarding rules, and policies across multi-site architectures. Implement DHCP scopes, reservations, failover setups, and subnet allocation strategies. Manage IP Address Management (IPAM) functions, including subnetting, IPv4/IPv6 allocations, and network tracking. Ensure DNS/DHCP redundancy, scalability, and optimal performance across enterprise networks. Security, Compliance & Optimization: Implement DNS security features such as DNSSEC, DNS Firewall, RPZ (Response Policy Zones), and BlueCat Edge threat protection. Secure DNS against DDoS attacks, cache poisoning, and DNS tunneling threats. Enforce industry best practices (NIST, ISO, ITIL) and compliance policies for DNS and DHCP. Monitor and optimize DNS and DHCP performance to ensure high availability and low-latency name resolution. Automate DNS and IPAM workflows using BlueCat APIs, Python, Ansible, PowerShell, or Terraform. Integrate BlueCat DDI solutions with AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, VMware NSX, and hybrid multi-cloud environments. Work with DevOps and Infrastructure teams to streamline network automation and service deployments. Troubleshooting & Support: Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for DNS, DHCP, and IPAM-related issues in the organization. Troubleshoot and resolve DNS resolution failures, DHCP lease issues, and IP conflicts efficiently. Provide tier-3 escalation support and coordinate with BlueCat support teams for complex DDI-related incidents. Maintain detailed documentation, playbooks, and network diagrams for operational efficiency. Required Qualifications & Experience: Technical Expertise: 5+ years of experience in DNS, DHCP, and IPAM (DDI) solutions in enterprise environments. Strong experience with BlueCat Integrity or Edge, BlueCat Address Manager (BAM), and BDDS. In-depth knowledge of DNS protocols (Bind, RFC 1034/1035), DHCP configurations, and IPv4/IPv6 subnetting. Proficiency in scripting and automation using Python, Ansible, REST APIs, PowerShell, or Terraform. Experience working with hybrid cloud architectures, AWS, Azure, and on-prem DDI deployments. Strong understanding of DNS security practices (DNSSEC, RPZ, DNS Firewall, DoH/DoT, and BlueCat Edge Security features). Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have): BlueCat Certified Professional (BCCA, BCCP, BCP) Infoblox Core DDI Certification (NIO-301, NIO-302) Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or CCIE (Enterprise, Security) Cloud networking certifications (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud DNS/IPAM-related) Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Information Technology Industries Information Services, Banking, and Financial Services #J-18808-Ljbffr