Senior Network Engineer

TBG | The Bachrach Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bachrach Group is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure team in New York. You will design, implement, and maintain a secure, scalable network supporting critical business operations in a fast-paced financial environment.

You will administer enterprise LAN/WAN, configure Cisco devices and firewalls, manage VPNs, and support voice systems. The role requires hands-on expertise, strong troubleshooting, and the ability to work off-hours as needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of LAN/WAN/MAN management experience, preferably in financial services.
• Strong Cisco switching/routing expertise (IOS XE, IOS XR, Nexus OS) with routing protocols.
• 7+ years with Cisco ASA/FTD and Palo Alto firewalls.
• 5+ years in VoIP/mixed TDM environments and IPC turrets.
• Knowledge of VPNs, load balancers (Citrix NetScaler), and secure access solutions.
• Data center management experience, including cabling and infrastructure.
• Strong troubleshooting and project management skills; ability to work off-hours.
• Excellent communication and customer service orientation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Administer, design, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls, wireless).
• Provide 24x7 support and Level 2/3 escalation for IT teams and IPC turret systems.
• Configure and optimize firewalls and manage VPNs, load balancers, and remote access.
• Monitor and troubleshoot network performance using industry tools (e.g., SolarWinds).
• Collaborate on integration of network solutions with cloud platforms (Azure).
• Lead and support network, telephony, and data center projects (moves/adds/changes).
• Maintain vendor relationships, telecom circuits, and market connectivity.
• Support Cisco Unified Communications, AV systems, and IPC turret environments.
• Develop documentation for network processes, configurations, and troubleshooting.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and security practices to enhance resilience.

Skills

LAN/WAN/MAN management

Cisco switching/routing

BGP/EIGRP/OSPF

VPNs & remote access

Load balancers

VoIP/IPC turrets

Network troubleshooting

Project management

Communication skills

Tools

SolarWinds

Cisco ASA/FTD

Palo Alto

Citrix NetScaler

IPC turret systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure team in a dynamic, fast-paced financial environment. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a secure, scalable, and high-performing network that supports critical business operations. You’ll work closely with the Network Manager and IT teams, ensuring continuous uptime and optimal performance across the firm’s network and voice systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer, design, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure (routers, switches, firewalls, wireless solutions).
• Provide 24x7 support and serve as Level 2/3 escalation for IT teams and IPC turret systems.
• Configure and optimize firewalls (Cisco ASA/FTD, Palo Alto) and manage VPNs, load balancers, and remote access solutions.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve network performance using industry tools (e.g., SolarWinds).
• Collaborate on integration of network solutions with cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure).
• Lead and support network, telephony, and data center projects, including moves/adds/changes.
• Maintain vendor relationships, telecom circuits, and market connectivity.
• Support Cisco Unified Communications, AV systems, and IPC turret environments.
• Develop documentation for network processes, configurations, and troubleshooting.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and security practices to enhance infrastructure resilience.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in LAN/WAN/MAN management, preferably in financial services.
• Strong expertise with Cisco switching/routing (IOS XE, IOS XR, Nexus OS) and routing protocols (BGP, EIGRP, OSPF, VPC).
• 7+ years with Cisco ASA/FTD and Palo Alto firewalls.
• 5+ years in VoIP/mixed TDM environments and supporting IPC turrets.
• Knowledge of VPNs, load balancers (Citrix NetScaler), and secure access solutions.
• Data center management experience, including cabling and infrastructure.
• Strong troubleshooting and project management skills with ability to work off-hours as needed.
• Excellent communication and customer service orientation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• CCIE Voice, CCIE Routing & Switching, or related Cisco certifications.
• IPC Level 1 Certification or Cisco VoIP/Security/Data Center training.
• Hands-on experience with network automation tools.
• Experience supporting trading floor environments.