DNS Administrator with Security Clearance

A TEKsystems client is seeking a DNS Administrator to work on site in Montgomery, AL. The DNS Administrator assists in the installation and maintenance of the networked information systems. The successful candidate will be expected to interact with team leadership, peers, and other IT departments to gain an understanding of the business process lifecycle. Responsibilities :

• Maintain a directory of domain names and translate them to Internet Protocol (IP) addresses.
• Install, configure, and maintain network services, equipment, and devices.
• Support network and computing infrastructure.
• Provides list of mail servers which accept Emails for each domain name.
• Documents network problems and resolution for future reference.
• Monitor system performance and assist in implementing performance tuning.
• Requires a thorough knowledge of networking essentials.
• Assists in providing support for network security.
• Prepares and schedules computer setup, repair, configuration changes, or replacement.
• Provides telephone, e-mail, remote access, or in-person solutions to day-to-day DNS issues.
• Support IS team in meeting key performance indicators and metrics.
• Assist with the maintenance of records for hardware and software use along with license usage.
• Displays continuous improvement of current processes and procedures.
• Develops strategies and processes to ensure on-time delivery of equipment, cost reduction opportunities and performance improvements.
• Demonstrates good working knowledge of desktop and laptop hardware, and common business software such as MS Office
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current operating systems.
• Understands the role of IS in a manufacturing environment. Requirements :
• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher
• IAT Level II Certification (Security CE, CySA CE, SSCP, GICSP, or GSEC)
• Technical degree, Associate's or Bachelor's, in Computer Science / Information Systems or 2-4 years of relevant exp in IT preferably within system or application administration is acceptable
• Must be able to obtain one of the following before starting the role : Linux , Microsoft Messaging Administrator Associate, Microsoft Security Administrator Associate, or Infoblox DDI Professional
• This position requires an active DoD Clearance (Secret, Top Secret, Top Secret / SCI) or the ability to be obtain an (Interim Secret, Interim Top Secret)
• Because an active or interim DoD clearance is required, U.S. Citizenship is required Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.  If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following : Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)