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Senior Network Engineer - DNS BlueCat

Cognizant North America
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, California, Irvine
Apr 08, 2025
This position is on-site/hybrid in Irvine, California . A qualified applicant must be local to this area or be open to relocation. *Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future* Practice - CIS - Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services About Cloud Infrastructure & Security Services: Cognizant's Cloud, Infrastructure, and Security Services Practice (CIS), is all about embracing digital transformation by driving core modernization holistically across layers. We help customers transform infrastructure and workplace to meet the rapidly evolving needs of the digital era. Our holistic approach delivers key results for our customers by achieving cloud driven modernization and workplace and operational transformation to run the business in a secure environment. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced DNS Bluecat Lead Engineer with 8 to 12 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Terraform, Ansible, GCP, IPAM, PowerShell, Python, TCP/IP, Network Routing Protocols, DHCP, DNS and Cloud DNS. This role requires domain knowledge in Consumer Lending. The work model is hybrid with rotational shifts. Responsibilities Manage and maintain infrastructure operations using Terraform and Ansible to ensure seamless deployment and configuration management. Design, implement, and maintain DNS solutions using BlueCat Address Manager and BlueCat DNS/DHCP Server. Configure and manage DNS zones, records, policies, and profiles. Monitor and optimize DNS performance, availability, and scalability. Troubleshoot and resolve DNS-related issues and incidents. Ensure DNS security and compliance with industry standards and best practices, including DNSSEC and DNS Firewall. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate BlueCat solutions into the organization's IT infrastructure. Document DNS configurations, processes, and procedures for future reference. Oversee the implementation and management of GCP services to support the companys cloud infrastructure. Utilize Infoblox IPAM for efficient IP address management and ensure network integrity. Develop and maintain scripts using PowerShell and Python to automate routine tasks and improve operational efficiency. Monitor and troubleshoot network issues related to TCP/IP Network Routing Protocols DHCP DNS and Cloud DNS to ensure high availability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement infrastructure solutions that meet business requirements. Provide technical support and guidance to team members to resolve complex infrastructure issues. Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for infrastructure management and security. Participate in rotational shifts to provide 24/7 support for infrastructure operations. Document infrastructure configurations processes and procedures to maintain an up-to-date knowledge base. Conduct regular performance assessments and capacity planning to ensure infrastructure scalability and reliability. Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve infrastructure operations. Contribute to the company's purpose by ensuring robust and reliable infrastructure that supports consumer lending operations. Qualifications Possess strong expertise in Terraform and Ansible for infrastructure automation and configuration management. Have extensive experience with GCP services and cloud infrastructure management. Demonstrate proficiency in Infoblox IPAM for effective IP address management. Be skilled in scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python for automation. Have in-depth knowledge of TCP/IP Network Routing Protocols DHCP DNS and Cloud DNS. Bring domain expertise in Consumer Lending to understand and address specific business needs. Exhibit excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues. Show strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Be committed to continuous learning and staying updated with industry trends and technologies. Have experience in working in a hybrid work model with rotational shifts. Be detail-oriented and capable of documenting processes and procedures accurately. Demonstrate the ability to conduct performance assessments and capacity planning. Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for infrastructure management and security. Salary and Other Compensation: Applications will be accepted until 05/08/2025. The annual salary for this position is between $73,350 - $133,500 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans. Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. #LI-IR1 #CB #Ind123