Job Summary
Own end-to-end design, deployment, transformation, and operations of enterprise DDI services with specialization in BlueCat platform.
DDI-Bluecat SME
1. Role Overview
• Role Title: DDI-Bluecat SME
• Location: [Onsite / Hybrid / Remote]
• Service Area: DNS / DHCP / IPAM (DDI)
• Reports To: [Service Lead / Architecture Lead / Tower Lead]
Role Purpose:
Own end-to-end design, deployment, transformation, and operations of enterprise DDI services with specialization in BlueCat platform.
2. Role Summary
This role combines SME execution with architect-level responsibilities across design, governance, delivery, and operations.
3. Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Design
• Define DDI architecture (HLD/LLD)
• Standardize DNS, DHCP, and IPAM design
• Drive migration and consolidation initiatives
• Participate in architecture governance
• Identify risks and optimization opportunities
Deployment & Transformation
• Deploy BlueCat DDI solutions
• Support DNS/DHCP/IPAM migrations
• Perform testing, validation, and cutover
• Provide go/no-go validation
Operations (L3 SME)
• Provide L3 support for DDI services
• Troubleshoot DNS, DHCP, and IPAM issues
• Perform root cause analysis
• Ensure SLA adherence
BlueCat Platform
• Configure and manage BlueCat appliances
• Perform upgrades and lifecycle management
• Implement DNS security features (DNSSEC)
Monitoring & Automation
• Enable monitoring and alerting
• Drive automation for DNS/IPAM workflows
• Improve IPAM data quality
Security & Compliance
• Ensure secure DNS architecture
• Address vulnerabilities
• Support audits and compliance
Documentation & Governance
• Maintain HLD, LLD, and runbooks
• Ensure documentation accuracy
• Support knowledge transfer
Stakeholder Management
• Act as DDI SME
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams
4. Technical Skills
• DNS, DHCP, IPAM fundamentals
• BlueCat platform expertise
• Network and security fundamentals
• Monitoring and ITSM tools
• Automation tools (Python/Ansible desirable)
5. Experience & Qualifications
• 6–10+ years in DDI domain
• Strong BlueCat experience mandatory
• Certifications: CCNA/CCNP preferred
6. KPIs
• Reduction in DDI incidents
• Improved service availability
• Successful migration delivery
• Improved MTTR and RCA
7. Behavioral Competencies
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Effective communication
• Ownership mindset
8. Additional Requirements
• On-call support
• Global operations support
• Travel if required
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Design • Define DDI architecture (HLD/LLD) • Standardize DNS, DHCP, and IPAM design • Drive migration and consolidation initiatives • Participate in architecture governance • Identify risks and optimization opportunities Deployment & Transformation • Deploy BlueCat DDI solutions • Support DNS/DHCP/IPAM migrations • Perform testing, validation, and cutover • Provide go/no-go validation Operations (L3 SME) • Provide L3 support for DDI services • Troubleshoot DNS, DHCP, and IPAM issues • Perform root cause analysis • Ensure SLA adherence BlueCat Platform • Configure and manage BlueCat appliances • Perform upgrades and lifecycle management • Implement DNS security features (DNSSEC) Monitoring & Automation • Enable monitoring and alerting • Drive automation for DNS/IPAM workflows • Improve IPAM data quality Security & Compliance • Ensure secure DNS architecture • Address vulnerabilities • Support audits and compliance Documentation & Governance • Maintain HLD, LLD, and runbooks • Ensure documentation accuracy • Support knowledge transfer Stakeholder Management • Act as DDI SME • Coordinate with vendors and internal teams
Skill Requirements
Technical Skills • DNS, DHCP, IPAM fundamentals • BlueCat platform expertise • Network and security fundamentals • Monitoring and ITSM tools • Automation tools (Python/Ansible desirable)
Other Requirements
6-10 years in DDI domain with specialization in Bluecat