At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop scalable DNS architectures for enterprise and cloud platforms.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking tech company with a hybrid working model.
- Benefits: Competitive day rate, flexible work environment, and potential contract extension.
- Other info: Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic and supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on network reliability and efficiency with cutting-edge technologies.
- Qualifications: Active SC Clearance and expert knowledge of DNS protocols required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Salary: £? - ? per year
Requirements
- Active SC Clearance is essential
- Expert knowledge of DNS protocols, including recursion, caching, TCP/UDP, and zone transfers
- Strong experience with DNS platforms such as BIND, Windows DNS, Infoblox, and cloud DNS services
- Knowledge of DNS security, including DNSSEC and DDoS mitigation techniques
- Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing, firewalls, and load balancing
- Experience with automation and scripting using Python, PowerShell, and Bash
- Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, ARM, and CloudFormation
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and documentation abilities
- High attention to detail and ability to work across technical teams
Responsibilities
- Design and develop scalable DNS architectures across enterprise and cloud platforms
- Manage and optimise DNS platforms, including BIND, Microsoft DNS, Infoblox, AWS Route 53, and Azure DNS
- Lead DNS strategy focused on scalability, high availability, and performance optimisation
- Oversee DNS migrations, upgrades, and transformations
- Implement and maintain DNS security measures, including DNSSEC, DDoS protection, and threat mitigation
- Monitor performance and availability, and ensure robust incident response processes
- Act as the escalation point for complex DNS and network issues and lead root cause analysis
- Drive automation using scripting and Infrastructure as Code
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and best practices
We are offering a 4-month contract opportunity, likely to be extended, for a DNS Architect in Wokingham with a hybrid working model of 60% office and 40% remote. The day rate is £563 to £581, and Active SC Clearance is essential. We are seeking an experienced professional to help us design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance DNS solutions across enterprise and cloud environments. This role is critical to the reliability and efficiency of our network naming services, and we value strong technical expertise, troubleshooting capability, and automation skills.
DNS Architect - SC Cleared employer: Sivara GmbH
Join a forward-thinking organisation in Wokingham that prioritises innovation and employee development. With a hybrid working model, we offer a collaborative work culture that encourages continuous learning and growth, alongside competitive remuneration for your expertise in DNS architecture. Our commitment to security and performance ensures that you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our network services while enjoying a supportive environment that values your contributions.
