Lead Network Engineer - DNS

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain DNS infrastructure, including DNS servers, DNSSEC, and DNS load balancing.
• Configure and troubleshoot DNS zones, records, and delegations.
• Ensure DNS security, including DNSSEC, DNS amplification attacks, and DNS tunneling.
• Collaborate with network operations team to ensure DNS services are aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and implement DNS disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
• Monitor DNS performance, identify bottlenecks, and optimize DNS services for improved performance.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging DNS technologies, trends, and best practices.
• Participate in team on-call rotation and escalations for DNS-related issues.
• Engineer the DNS environment, ensuring alignment with DNS hosting and product roadmap strategy.
• Drive the direction of the DNS hosting and product roadmap strategy, in collaboration with architects.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Networking, or related experience supporting Networking.

At least 5 years of experience in DNS engineering, network engineering, or related field.

In-depth knowledge of DNS protocols (DNS, DNSSEC, EDNS), DNS server software (BIND, Power

DNS, Microsoft DNS, FRR), DNS management tools, and DNS routing techniques.

Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP) and network architecture.

Experience with scripting languages (Python, Perl, Bash) and automation tools (Ansible, Terraform).

Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.

• DNS-related certifications (e.g., Certified DNS Engineer).
• Experience with cloud-based DNS services (e.g., Amazon Route 53, Google Cloud DNS).
• Knowledge of emerging DNS technologies (e.g., DNS over HTTPS, DNS over TLS).
• Experience with DNS security, including DNSSEC, DNS amplification attacks, and DNS tunneling.
• Experience with Dev Ops practices and tools (e.g., Git).

Sponsorship:
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Information Technology