DDI Network Engineer (Infoblox Specialist)

DDI Network Engineer (Infoblox Specialist) Skill United States, Connecticut, Hartford Jun 16, 2026

Overview Placement Type:

Temporary Salary:

$57-60 Hourly $58-60 / hourly as W2

Start Date:

Jul 20, 2026 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. #LI-MG1