Network Engineering Manager

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  • Job type

    Permanent

  • Location

    New York, D.C., Boston

  • Profession

    Infrastructure

  • Industry

    Legal Practice

  • Pay

    $133k - $190k
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Network Engineering Manager - New York, D.C., Boston

The Network Engineering Manager will spearhead the organization's network infrastructure strategy, design, and operations. This role involves leading a team of network engineers, managing advanced networking technologies such as Wi-Fi, BGP, global WAN, SD-WAN, and cloud connectivity (Azure/AWS), and ensuring robust, secure, and high-performing network services across multiple geographic locations. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in routing protocols, traffic prioritization (QoS), and on-premises-to-cloud connectivity, along with proven leadership skills to manage distributed teams. The Manager of Network Engineering will drive network innovation, optimize performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business-critical applications and services.

***this is a remote role but candidates MUST BE based in New York City, Washington D.C., or Boston***

Key Responsibilities:

Cloud Networking:
  • Design and manage connectivity between on-premises and public cloud environments.
  • Set up and maintain cloud networking in Azure and AWS, including VPCs, VPNs, and Direct Connect/ExpressRoute.
  • Ensure seamless integration of cloud services with enterprise infrastructure.
Network Design & Management:
  • Oversee global WAN operations to ensure high availability, scalability, and performance.
  • Deploy and optimize SD-WAN solutions for network agility and cost-efficiency.
  • Manage the design, implementation, and maintenance of networks using BGP, OSPF, and EIGRP
Team Leadership:
  • Manage a distributed team of network engineers, fostering collaboration and accountability.
  • Coordinate resource allocation and project assignments.
  • Provide mentorship, conduct performance reviews, and develop career growth plans.
Traffic Management:
  • Implement and refine QoS policies for traffic prioritization to optimize performance for critical applications.
  • Monitor and troubleshoot network latency, packet loss, and bandwidth utilization.
Operational Excellence:
  • Ensure network uptime, security, and compliance with industry standards.
  • Establish monitoring tools, high availability configurations, and disaster recovery plans.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of network configurations, policies, and procedures.
Strategic Planning:
  • Develop and execute a network engineering roadmap aligned with business objectives.
  • Evaluate and recommend emerging network technologies.
Collaboration:
  • Partner with IT leadership, application teams, and external vendors to align network capabilities with organizational needs.
  • Act as the escalation point for complex network issues and outages.
Project Management:
  • Lead network-related projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.
Proficiencies:
  • Leadership and team-building skills, with experience managing remote or distributed teams.
  • Network security tools (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS) and protocols (e.g., IPsec, SSL).
  • Automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Python) for network configuration and management.
  • Managing vendor relationships with ISPs, hardware providers, or cloud service providers.
  • Project management experience with a focus on delivering complex initiatives.
  • Routing and switching technologies (e.g., Arista, Brocade, Cisco).
  • Zero-trust security models and network segmentation.
  • Network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark, Scrutinizer).
  • Compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI-DSS, SOC 2) related to network infrastructure.
  • QoS configuration and traffic engineering for enterprise networks.
  • Communication skills, capable of translating technical details for diverse audiences.
  • Problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • SD-WAN platforms (e.g., CATO, Palo Alto, Silver Peak).
Qualifications:
  • Extensive experience with advanced routing protocols (e.g., BGP, OSPF, EIGRP) and Wi-Fi network design.
  • Proven success managing network teams across multiple locations.
  • Expertise in global WAN environments and SD-WAN deployments.
  • Minimum of 7 years in network engineering, with 4-6 years in leadership roles.
  • Preferred certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCIE, AWS Certified Advanced Networking, Azure Network Engineer Associate).
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Hands-on experience with on-premises-to-cloud connectivity and cloud networking in Azure/AWS.
Compensation and Benefits:
  • Bonuses based on individual contributions and firm profitability.
  • Salary range: $133,400 to $190,000 annually, based on experience.
  • Comprehensive benefits program including:
    • Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D, Long Term Care, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
    • Voluntary 401(k) Plan and Profit Sharing
    • Family Support (Paid Parental Leave, Fertility Benefits, Breast Milk Shipping, Back-up Child Care, Elder Care, Tutoring)
    • Healthcare Concierge and Advocacy
    • 10 Paid Holidays per year and a generous PTO Program
    • Wellbeing programs (Employee Assistance Program, Relationship Support, Mental Health and Well-Being Events)
    • Transportation and Commuter Benefits
    • Professional Development Programs
    • Anniversary Bonus Program
    • Auto/Home/Pet Insurance
    • Retirement Plan Consulting
    • International Travel Insurance
    • Prepaid Legal Insurance
    • Employee Discounts
    • Lifestyle Spending Account

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