Senior Network Engineer - DDI (Hybrid)

Description

3 Days Hybrid from any of our locations in RI, NJ, MA, NC, TX or AZ

Role is not relocation eligible. 

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Network Engineer specialized in DDI (DNS, DHCP, and IP address management) to join our Citizens team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the organization's DDI infrastructure, with a specific focus on Infoblox’s DDI solution. In addition to DDI expertise, the candidate should possess in-depth knowledge of Linux and Windows DNS, DHCP systems, and a strong understanding of network security principles and best practices. Experience in migrating Windows or Linux DNS and DHCP solutions to Infoblox is also a key requirement for this role. Furthermore, the role will involve the need for development skills related to data automation, control, and monitoring. Most importantly, at Citizens, we’re more than a bank and here, you’ll experience new things, create new opportunities, think beyond your role and make an impact!

Primary responsibilities include

• Design, implement, and maintain the organization's DDI infrastructure, with a focus on Infoblox DDI solution.
• Develop high-level design (HLD) and low-level design (LLD) documentation for network security and DDI solutions.
• Create comprehensive work instructions for the Level 2 team, ensuring effective knowledge transfer and support processes.
• Ensure the security and reliability of network services, analyzing and resolving network security incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enforce network security policies.
• Evaluate and implement security technologies, perform regular security assessments, and provide technical expertise and support for network security issues.
• Demonstrate expertise in cloud technologies and their impact on network security and DDI management.
• Utilize development skills for data automation, control, and monitoring within the network security domain.

Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCNP Security, CEH) are highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows DNS, DHCP systems.
• Experience with Infoblox DDI solution and proven track record of migrating Windows or Linux DNS/DHCP solutions.
• Strong understanding of cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their impact on network security.
• Experience with Palo Alto security technologies is highly desirable.
• Experience with automation and scripting languages such as Terraform, Python, and/or RESTful API
• Cloud network expertise: virtual networks, hybrid connectivity, firewalls, DNS, and network threat management
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Previous experience in financial sector is preferable.
• 5+ years of experience working with industry leading DDI solutions
• 5+ years of experience in Network Security
• 3+ years of experience developing public cloud workloads in at least one major CSP(Azure, AWS, or GCP)

Hours & Work Schedule

• Hours per Week: 40 hours / salary
• Work Schedule: Normal business

Pay Transparency 

The salary range for this position is $99,200  - $148,800  per year plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience.   

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of very local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit https://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day. Employment decisions are based solely on experience, performance, and ability. Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender individuals who are transitioning, have transitioned, or are perceived to be transitioning to the gender with which they identify), genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.

Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer

Citizens is a brand name of Citizens Bank, N.A. and each of its respective affiliates.