Join our team as a Network Engineer Manager and play a critical role in designing, leading, and sustaining a secure, high-performing network infrastructure that supports our business operations and growth. Hodgson Russ LLP, a regional law firm with 230+ attorneys in 10 offices, is seeking a Network Engineer Manager to join our busy Information Technology group, resident in the Buffalo office. In this role, you will be responsible for the planning, design, and ongoing operation of the firm’s network infrastructure, translating business and technology requirements into scalable, secure, and reliable network solutions. Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage day-to-day network engineering operations, including standards, enhancements, patches, and operating procedures, to optimize availability, performance, security, and functionality.
• Oversee the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management of network systems, subsystems, and related resources supporting the firm’s internal environment, including communications equipment and end-user connectivity.
• Serve as the network Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing technical leadership and direction for incident and problem management, change execution, and strategic initiatives.
• Supervise assigned staff by setting priorities, coaching performance, ensuring documentation and compliance, and enforcing security and operational best practices.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited for a professional who thrives on challenges, excels in organization, time and resource management, and is an effective communicator. A bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, business, informatics, or a related technology field is required, along with at least six years of full-time experience in network administration or network engineering with progressively more senior and complex responsibilities.

Hodgson Russ offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, flexible spending, 401(k), Paid Time Off, pension plan, and more. At this time, the good faith estimate of the annual salary range for this position, if the successful applicant is based in Buffalo is $83,700 to $102,600. Where a successful applicant is slotted within this range will vary based on legitimate criteria, such as experience and skill level.

Please apply by clicking through application or by visiting our career page at www.hodgsonruss.com. If your skills and experience match this position, a member of the human resources team will contact you directly. Thank you for your interest in Hodgson Russ opportunities.

Hodgson Russ LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, familial status, or any other legally protected basis. https://www.hodgsonruss.com/about-diversity.html.

Pay: $83,700.00 - $102,600.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least six years of full-time experience in network administration or network engineering with progressively more senior and complex responsibilities?
• Do you have experience planning, design, and ongoing operation of a company’s network infrastructure, translating business and technology requirements into scalable, secure, and reliable network solutions?
• Desired salary?

Work Location: In person