Manager, Network Engineering

Our client, a prestigious Am Law 100 firm, is seeking a Manager, Network Engineering to lead the strategic direction, design, and global operations of its enterprise network infrastructure. This critical leadership role requires a seasoned networking professional with deep technical expertise and a vision for innovation in a hybrid cloud environment.

The successful candidate will oversee the management and optimization of complex networking systems, including global WAN, SD-WAN, Wi-Fi, and advanced routing protocols (BGP, OSPF). In addition, they will be responsible for designing and maintaining secure, high-performance connectivity solutions within Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS environments.

This is a high-impact role that ensures the firm’s global network infrastructure remains robust, scalable, and secure—supporting seamless operations across multiple offices and enabling strategic business initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Global Network Leadership: Oversee the strategic design, deployment, and support of the firm’s global WAN and SD-WAN environments, ensuring high availability, scalability, and resiliency across all offices.
• Cloud Integration: Architect and manage secure, high-performance network connectivity between on-premise systems and public cloud platforms (Microsoft Azure, Amazon AWS).
• Advanced Routing & Traffic Management: Implement and maintain complex routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) and Quality of Service (QoS) policies to support critical business applications and optimize bandwidth usage.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and manage a geographically distributed team of network engineers. Assign resources effectively to meet project demands and business goals.
• Operational Excellence: Develop and enforce best practices for uptime, disaster recovery, change control, and network security. Establish network monitoring and incident response protocols.
• Project & Vendor Management: Serve as project lead for large-scale network initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and third-party vendors to ensure alignment with firmwide IT strategy.
• Strategic Roadmapping: Drive continuous improvement by evaluating emerging technologies, assessing risks and opportunities, and aligning network infrastructure with long-term business objectives.

Key Benefits:

• Opportunity to lead enterprise-level infrastructure for a prestigious AM Law 100 firm
• Direct impact on business-critical IT operations and cloud strategies
• Collaborative, high-caliber technology team with global reach
• Exposure to next-gen technologies and a robust professional development track
• Hybrid work flexibility

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (required)
• Minimum of 7 years of hands-on experience in enterprise network engineering
• Minimum of 4 years in a network management or leadership role
• Expertise in:
  • Global WAN and SD-WAN design and operations
  • Advanced routing protocols (BGP, OSPF)
  • Cloud networking in Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon AWS
  • Wireless infrastructure and performance tuning
  • QoS and traffic prioritization techniques
• Strong project management, troubleshooting, and documentation skills
• Industry certifications preferred: CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent]

Salary & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $130,000 – $190,000 (dependent on experience)
• Bonus: Annual discretionary performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with firm contributions
  • Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and sick leave
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Transit/commuter benefits
  • Tuition and professional certification support

Additional Information:

This is a high-impact leadership role with significant visibility and strategic influence. The firm operates in a modern, fast-paced legal environment and is looking for a proactive and technically sharp leader who thrives in high-stakes, collaborative settings. This position is ideal for a seasoned network engineering professional eager to lead innovative initiatives across a global infrastructure.