Network Engineer $70k-$90k

IT Network Engineer

Location: Roseland, NJ

Salary: $75,000–$90,000

Job Type: Full-Time

We are recruiting for an experienced IT Network Engineer to join a well-established law firm client in Roseland, NJ.

This role is ideal for a hands-on IT professional with experience across technical support, systems administration, networking, security, and infrastructure. The IT Network Engineer will support the firm’s technology environment across applications, identity management, networking, firewalls, switches, endpoints, and Microsoft 365, helping ensure secure and reliable operations across office and remote environments.

The ideal candidate is collaborative, technically strong, and comfortable supporting end users while also contributing to infrastructure upgrades, new technology deployments, automation, and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot switches, wireless access points, firewalls, and related network infrastructure.
• Provide escalated technical support to end users and management as needed.
• Administer Active Directory and Azure AD / Microsoft Entra ID, including Group Policy.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, and role-based access controls.
• Support Microsoft 365, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.
• Troubleshoot networking issues involving TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and wireless connectivity.
• Support and maintain print servers and enterprise printing environments.
• Manage patch deployment across desktops, laptops, and mobile devices.
• Maintain IT documentation, configurations, and system records.
• Track support requests through the ticketing system and help ensure SLA compliance.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors for escalations and issue resolution.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows through automation and new technologies.
• Assist with infrastructure upgrades, system improvements, and technology implementations.
• Support cybersecurity best practices and vulnerability remediation initiatives.
• Travel to additional office locations as needed for onsite support.
• Participate in on-call support during nights, weekends, or holidays when required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in IT support, systems administration, networking, or infrastructure support.
• Strong knowledge of Windows environments, Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft 365.
• Experience supporting network infrastructure, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and wireless networks.
• Experience with networking and security technologies from Cisco, Aruba, Ruckus, Juniper, Meraki, Fortinet, and/or Palo Alto Networks; Palo Alto experience is preferred .
• Experience with endpoint management, patch deployment, and enterprise printing environments.
• Familiarity with identity management, endpoint security, and cybersecurity best practices.
• Experience with scripting or automation tools such as PowerShell or Python.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to support both technical and non-technical users.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft SC-200, MD-102, CCNA, CCNP, Palo Alto PCNSE, or similar credentials are preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated base salary range is $75,000–$90,000 , depending on experience and qualifications.

The position may also be eligible for a discretionary year-end bonus and merit-based salary increases. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off, and additional voluntary benefit programs.