Senior Network Engineer

Knowhirematch•Boston, MA

19h•$150,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

This Senior Network Engineer will take end-to-end ownership of the firm’s network infrastructure, ensuring stability, scalability, and security across all environments. The role combines hands-on technical work with design, planning, and vendor coordination in a fast-paced, high-expectations environment.

Requirements

5+ years of hands-on network infrastructure experience (LAN, WAN, and wireless)
Strong fundamentals in TCP/IP, subnetting, routing, BGP, OSPF, and network security
Proven experience diagnosing and resolving complex, multi-layer network issues
Hands-on experience with multi-vendor network hardware
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Bachelor’s degree preferred (Computer Science, IT, or related), or equivalent professional experience

Nice To Haves

Experience in an AmLaw 200 or larger law firm
Relevant networking certifications
Involvement with ILTA or similar professional organizations

Responsibilities

Design, plan, and optimize network architectures across LAN, WAN, and wireless environments
Install, configure, and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, and load balancers
Monitor network performance, analyze traffic, and lead root-cause resolution of outages
Implement and maintain network security controls to protect against cyber threats and unauthorized access
Forecast capacity needs and plan upgrades to improve speed, resilience, and scalability
Partner with vendors on escalations, support contracts, and technical issue resolution
Maintain clear documentation, including network diagrams, configurations, and troubleshooting guides
Support infrastructure projects and other duties as needed in a dynamic environment