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DNS & Infrastructure Engineer (Senior)

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Herndon, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/23/2026

Job Description
BAE Systems, a top-ten prime contractor to the U.S. Department of Defense, enables the U.S. government to transform data into intelligence and provides engineering, integration and sustainment support for critical military platforms and systems. Intelligence & Security provides services and products to the Department of Defense, the government, federal law enforcement officials, and troops deployed around the world.

At BAE Systems, we promote a strong, collaborative culture and provide our employees with the tools, skills and training they need to succeed. We are all about trust, camaraderie, and a shared ambition to lead the world in defense technologies and national security services. We offer flexible work environment to support the balance in your life and keep you performing at your best. Be a part of a company that is part of the community; driven to improve our future and protect our freedom.

We are seeking an experienced DNS & Infrastructure Engineer. In this position you will support the design, implementation, maintenance, and security of enterprise DNS and Windows infrastructure across on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments. Working closely with senior engineers, architects, and security teams, you will help ensure the reliability, availability, and performance of mission-critical infrastructure services.

In this role, you will provide operational and engineering support for enterprise DNS platforms, DNS Anycast environments, and cloud-integrated infrastructure services. You will assist with modernization initiatives, automation efforts, troubleshooting activities, and operational improvements while supporting highly available enterprise environments.

The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience supporting enterprise DNS services, hybrid cloud environments, and Windows infrastructure technologies. This position is well-suited for an experienced engineer who can independently manage complex operational responsibilities while continuing to grow technical depth in enterprise-scale DNS architecture and cloud networking.



Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent professional experience

  • 6 years of experience in enterprise infrastructure engineering or systems administration

  • Strong hands-on experience supporting enterprise DNS environments in large-scale organizations

  • Experience supporting:

  • Enterprise DNS platforms

  • Hybrid cloud environments

  • On-premises and cloud-integrated infrastructure

  • High-availability infrastructure services

  • Experience working with cloud providers and cloud networking services, including:

  • AWS (Route 53, VPC networking)

  • Microsoft Azure (Azure DNS, virtual networking)

  • Working knowledge of DNS Anycast concepts and highly available DNS architectures

  • Experience troubleshooting DNS resolution, forwarding, replication, and connectivity issues

  • Strong understanding of:

  • DNS protocols and name resolution

  • TCP/IP networking fundamentals

  • Routing and switching concepts

  • Firewalls and load balancing

  • Experience supporting Windows Server 2019–2025 environments

  • Understanding of Windows authentication, authorization, and identity services

  • Experience supporting enterprise security standards and secure infrastructure practices

  • Familiarity with automation and scripting technologies such as:

  • PowerShell

  • Infrastructure-as-code concepts

  • Configuration management tools

  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-availability environments



Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Experience supporting enterprise DNS solutions in hybrid or multi-cloud environments

  • Experience with:

  • Route 53 Resolver

  • Azure Private DNS

  • NetScaler

  • Experience supporting DNS Anycast implementations

  • Familiarity with zero trust principles and enterprise security architectures

  • Experience supporting compliance-driven or regulated environments

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation tooling

  • Knowledge of DNS security best practices and DNS threat mitigation techniques

  • Experience participating in infrastructure modernization initiatives

  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across technical teams

  • Desire to grow into advanced engineering and architecture responsibilities



Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $132,962 - $226,035

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