Lead Project Manager | Network-Load Balancer | F5

Expedite Talent Solutions

Charlotte, NC(remote)

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SKILLS

Amazon Web Services (AWS), Ansible, Application Programming Interface (API), Automation, BGP, Banking Regulations, Banking Services, Best Practices, Caching, Change Management, Cloud Computing, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), DNS (Domain Name System), Data Cleaning, Digital Certificates, Disaster Recovery, Documentation, Documentation Standards, Emerging Technology, Engineering, Event Correlation, F5 Network Software, Failover, Forecasting, GNU C Compiler, Git, GitHub, IP (Internet Protocol), IPv4, IPv6, Identify Issues, Incident Management, Incident Response, Knowledge Transfer, Leadership, Leasing, Load Balancing, Maintain Compliance, Malware, Mentoring, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Network Monitoring, Network Operations Center, Network Routing, Offshoring, Operations Processes, Operations Security (OPSEC), Performance Tuning/Optimization, Policy Implementation, Process Flow Diagram (PFD), Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, REST (Representational State Transfer), Regulatory Compliance, Replication and Remote Mirroring, SSL-TLS (Secure Socket Layer - Transport Layer Security), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), ServiceNow, Standards Development, Strategic Planning, Subnetting, System Migration, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Strategy, Training Program

LOCATION

Charlotte, NC

POSTED

2 days ago

Description: POC: Bharath Subramanya

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Job title: Infoblox DDI Engineer
Work Location: Charlotte, NC
Vendor Rate: *** USD/HR
Minimum years of experience: 5+ years
Would you require the candidates to meet you for in person interview? No
Is Skype/WebEx interview,OK? Yes
Is this onsite/remote position: Hybrid
If onsite, will you be considering relocation candidates: Yes
Does this position require Visa independent candidates only? Yes

Job Description:
DDI Architecture & Technical Leadership

Lead enterprise-wide DNS, DHCP, and IPAM architecture design and lifecycle management
Define and maintain DNS zone structures, delegations, split-horizon configurations, and dual-stack (IPv4/IPv6) models
Design and implement DNSSEC policies, Response Policy Zones (RPZ), and DNS security controls
Architect DHCP failover strategies, scope planning methodologies, reservation policies, and option-based assignments
Establish IPAM governance frameworks, hierarchical CIDR planning, capacity forecasting, and documentation standards

Advanced DDI Engineering & Operations

Oversee complex DDI implementations including multi-datacenter configurations and disaster recovery architectures
Design and validate DNS/DHCP changes for application migrations, new service deployments, and infrastructure transformations
Implement advanced Infoblox features including Grid replication, DNS Traffic Control (DTC), and threat intelligence integration
Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex DNS propagation issues, DHCP lease conflicts, and performance optimization
Serve as senior escalation point for critical DDI outages affecting banking applications

Automation & Integration Leadership

Drive automation initiatives using Infoblox WAPI (RESTful API), Ansible, Terraform, and Python
Develop and maintain automation frameworks for bulk DDI operations, migration workflows, and self-service capabilities
Integrate DDI automation with CI/CD pipelines, ServiceNow workflows, and internal platform engineering tools
Build declarative infrastructure-as-code templates and modules for repeatable DDI deployments
Enable API-driven DDI provisioning to support application team self-service requirements

Cross-Platform Integration & Collaboration

Partner with F5 engineering teams on DNS/GSLB integration, VIP naming standards, SSL certificate automation, and traffic routing
Collaborate with network teams on routing integration, BGP anycast implementations, and multi-site architectures
Work with security teams on DNS filtering, threat feed integration, malware domain blocking, and compliance reporting
Coordinate with application teams on DNS requirements, load balancing integration, and service discovery patterns

Standards Development & Compliance

Develop and enforce DDI engineering standards, operational runbooks, and security guardrails
Ensure compliance with banking regulations, audit requirements, and change management processes
Create and maintain comprehensive documentation including architecture diagrams, process flows, and troubleshooting guides
Establish monitoring, alerting, and reporting frameworks for DDI service health and performance

Team Leadership & Mentorship

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to GCC DDI engineers on advanced skills and best practices
Guide offshore team members on complex DDI projects, migrations, and troubleshooting scenarios
Conduct knowledge transfer sessions and training programs for the offshore engineering team
Foster operational excellence and engineering maturity across the offshore DDI organization
Lead incident response coordination and post-incident review processes within the GCC
Collaborate effectively with US leadership while maintaining offshore team autonomy

Strategic Initiative Leadership

Lead the Microsoft DNS/DHCP to Infoblox migration program with minimal business impact
Drive IPAM modernization initiatives including data cleanup, standardization, and automation
Support multi-datacenter consolidations and cloud integration projects
Evaluate emerging DDI technologies and provide strategic recommendations

Required Qualifications

7+ years of hands-on experience with Infoblox NIOS/Grid platforms in large-scale enterprise environments
Deep expertise in DNS protocols including authoritative/recursive flow, caching strategies, DNSSEC implementation, and RPZ configuration
Advanced DHCP engineering experience including failover architectures, lease optimization, DHCP options, and policy-based reservations
Expert-level proficiency with Infoblox WAPI for automation, integration, and bulk operations
Strong scripting and automation skills using Python, Ansible, or Terraform
Comprehensive understanding of IPv4/IPv6 addressing, subnetting, overlapping IP spaces, and migration planning
Advanced troubleshooting capabilities for DNS/DHCP failures, recursion issues, propagation delays, and performance bottlenecks
Experience with change management processes and production operations in critical infrastructure environments

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in financial services, banking, or highly regulated industries with compliance requirements
Infoblox certifications (NIOS Professional, NIOS Expert, or equivalent)
Knowledge of advanced DNS security controls including DNSSEC key management, RPZ implementation, DNS filtering, and threat feed integration
Experience integrating Infoblox with ServiceNow, CI/CD platforms, or internal automation and orchestration tools
Leadership or mentorship experience within offshore engineering teams in a GCC environment
Background with F5 GTM/DNS integration for global server load balancing and traffic management
Experience coordinating with US-based teams while leading offshore delivery organizations
Familiarity with cloud DNS services (AWS Route 53, Azure DNS) for hybrid architectures
Experience with network monitoring tools, SIEM integration, and security event correlation
Knowledge of container networking and service mesh DNS integration patterns

Key Tools & Technologies
Infoblox Grid/NIOS | Infoblox WAPI (RESTful API) | Ansible / Terraform / Python | DNSSEC / RPZ | F5 GTM/DNS (GSLB Integration) | ServiceNow (change/incident/request) | Git / GitHub | Microsoft DNS/DHCP (migration source) | IPv4/IPv6 networking | DNS security tools | IPAM reporting and analytics

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Lead Project Manager | Network-Load Balancer | F5

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Charlotte, NC(remote)

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