PlanIT Group, LLC
Overview
PlanIT Group is seeking a
DDI Specialist
for our Federal customer in the Raleigh, NC area. The ideal DDI Specialist is responsible for the management, configuration, and optimization of DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (IPAM) services within the organization. This role involves maintaining network infrastructure, ensuring high availability of services, and implementing best practices for DNS resolution, IP address assignment, and address space management. Responsibilities
DNS Management: Configure and manage DNS servers, zones, and records; ensure DNS resolution is reliable and responsive; implement DNS security measures such as DNSSEC and DDoS protection. DHCP Administration: Maintain DHCP servers and address pools; monitor and manage IP address assignments and lease durations; troubleshoot DHCP issues and optimize address allocation. IPAM Operations: Perform IP address planning, allocation, and tracking; manage IP address space and subnets using IPAM tools; ensure accurate IP address utilization and reporting. Network Infrastructure Support: Collaborate with network engineers and administrators to integrate DDI services with the network infrastructure; troubleshoot network connectivity issues related to DNS and DHCP services; participate in network design and optimization projects. Security and Compliance: Implement and enforce security policies for DNS, DHCP, and IPAM services; ensure compliance with data protection regulations and industry standards. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain up-to-date documentation of DDI configurations, changes, and procedures; incident response and resolution; diagnose and resolve service disruptions, outages, or performance issues; escalate critical issues to higher support levels as needed. Qualifications and Preferred Skills
Experience with DDI platforms, preferably BlueCat. Proficiency in DNS, DHCP, and IP address management principles and protocols. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in troubleshooting network issues. Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, encryption protocols, and security best practices. Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent experience. Certification in networking technologies (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+). Experience with APIs, scripting, and Splunk data flows. Preference for Perl, Python, and JavaScript. Linux administration to include scripting and file system management. Job Details
Location: Raleigh, NC or remote Start Date: 05/12/25 Submit resumes by: 05/04/25 Duration: One year plus annual extensions Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Contract Job function: Other Additional Provisions
Must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust clearance Pass client-mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check, and credit check All candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident only Candidate must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years (military service excluded)
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PlanIT Group is seeking a
DDI Specialist
for our Federal customer in the Raleigh, NC area. The ideal DDI Specialist is responsible for the management, configuration, and optimization of DNS, DHCP, and IP Address Management (IPAM) services within the organization. This role involves maintaining network infrastructure, ensuring high availability of services, and implementing best practices for DNS resolution, IP address assignment, and address space management. Responsibilities
DNS Management: Configure and manage DNS servers, zones, and records; ensure DNS resolution is reliable and responsive; implement DNS security measures such as DNSSEC and DDoS protection. DHCP Administration: Maintain DHCP servers and address pools; monitor and manage IP address assignments and lease durations; troubleshoot DHCP issues and optimize address allocation. IPAM Operations: Perform IP address planning, allocation, and tracking; manage IP address space and subnets using IPAM tools; ensure accurate IP address utilization and reporting. Network Infrastructure Support: Collaborate with network engineers and administrators to integrate DDI services with the network infrastructure; troubleshoot network connectivity issues related to DNS and DHCP services; participate in network design and optimization projects. Security and Compliance: Implement and enforce security policies for DNS, DHCP, and IPAM services; ensure compliance with data protection regulations and industry standards. Documentation and Reporting: Maintain up-to-date documentation of DDI configurations, changes, and procedures; incident response and resolution; diagnose and resolve service disruptions, outages, or performance issues; escalate critical issues to higher support levels as needed. Qualifications and Preferred Skills
Experience with DDI platforms, preferably BlueCat. Proficiency in DNS, DHCP, and IP address management principles and protocols. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in troubleshooting network issues. Knowledge of cybersecurity concepts, encryption protocols, and security best practices. Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent experience. Certification in networking technologies (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+). Experience with APIs, scripting, and Splunk data flows. Preference for Perl, Python, and JavaScript. Linux administration to include scripting and file system management. Job Details
Location: Raleigh, NC or remote Start Date: 05/12/25 Submit resumes by: 05/04/25 Duration: One year plus annual extensions Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Contract Job function: Other Additional Provisions
Must be able to obtain a Position of Public Trust clearance Pass client-mandated clearance process to include drug screening, criminal history check, and credit check All candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Permanent Resident only Candidate must have lived in the United States for the past 5 years Cannot have more than 6 months travel outside the United States within the last five years (military service excluded)
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