Salary: £? - ? per year Requirements: Strong background in DNS architecture and enterprise network design Deep understanding of DNS protocols, including UDP/TCP, recursive and authoritative DNS Strong IP networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, routing, and switching Hands-on experience with enterprise DNS platforms such as Infoblox, BIND, BlueCat, or Microsoft DNS Experience with cloud DNS solutions such as AWS Route 53, Azure DNS, or Google Cloud DNS Knowledge of network security principles and DNS protection mechanisms Experience designing highly available and resilient systems Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Security clearance or eligibility for security clearance preferred Certifications such as CCNP, CCIE, Infoblox certification, or cloud certifications preferred Experience in government, utilities, or other regulated sectors preferred Strong stakeholder communication and collaboration skills Ability to work effectively in secure environments Leadership and mentoring capability Strong problem-solving mindset Responsibilities: Design and architect scalable and resilient DNS solutions across enterprise environments Define our DNS strategy, including high availability, redundancy, and disaster recovery Manage and optimise enterprise DNS platforms such as Infoblox, BIND, BlueCat, or Microsoft DNS Implement DNS security controls, including DNSSEC, DDoS mitigation, and threat protection Troubleshoot complex DNS and network infrastructure issues Work closely with our network, security, and cloud teams on integration and optimisation Produce technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures Provide technical leadership and guidance to our engineering teams Technologies: AWS Architect Azure Cloud Network Security TCP/IP More: We are seeking an experienced Network DNS Architect to join us in Wokingham, UK on an office-based contract for 6 months at £510 per day inside IR35. We need a senior networking professional to design, implement, and manage enterprise-scale DNS infrastructure within a large, complex environment. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of DNS strategy across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid infrastructures, while working closely with our network, security, and cloud engineering teams in a secure and regulated setting. last updated 24 week of 2026