Senior Network Engineer

First Point Group is recruiting for a Network Engineer on behalf of a global broadcast and media technology company that delivers high-availability solutions for content distribution and media workflows. The successful candidate must have strong hands-on Infoblox experience , expertise in DNS/DHCP migration, and the ability to re-design Infoblox architecture for external DNS hosting . This is a contract opportunity to start within the next 2-4 weeks. This role will require 2 days per week in the London office (on Central Line). PLEASE NOTE - sponsorship can not be provided. Candidates must live in the UK with valid rights to work. Job Description: We are seeking a Network Engineer with specialist skills in Infoblox to lead a crucial DNS migration and infrastructure re-design project. This role involves migrating services from a legacy Infoblox platform into a newer, live environment and implementing improvements to support public-facing DNS requirements. You’ll be joining a technical team within a globally recognised media organisation responsible for some of the most critical IP and broadcast systems in the industry. Key Responsibilities Migrate services from a legacy Infoblox system into a current, active Infoblox deployment. Redesign the existing architecture to enable secure external DNS hosting . Consolidate DNS, DHCP, and IPAM data across systems. Configure Infoblox to fully support Active Directory DNS integration . Collaborate across infrastructure and security teams to ensure smooth rollout and adoption. Maintain documentation and deliver handovers for operational teams. Essential Skills & Experience Deep, hands-on experience with Infoblox , including migration, design, and administration. Strong knowledge of DNS, DHCP, and IPAM , especially within enterprise-scale environments. Experience with Active Directory-integrated DNS configurations. Proven experience handling complex network transformation projects. Ability to work independently in a dynamic technical environment. Desirable Skills Configuration and operational knowledge of Juniper and Brocade network devices. Familiarity with Infoblox automation/API scripting tools (e.g., Python). Exposure to media or broadcast-related networking is a bonus (not essential)