Senior Network Engineer

Provident Bank; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 87,200 - 124,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Tuition disbursement programs

Job summary

A respected financial institution in New Jersey seeks a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and optimize enterprise network infrastructure. The role requires expertise in LAN, WAN, security solutions, and cloud connectivity. Candidates should have a strong background in networking concepts and certifications such as CCNA or CCNP. This position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in enterprise network engineering.
• Advanced knowledge of routing, switching, security.
• Experience with SD-WAN technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design and integrate network hardware and infrastructure.
• Operate and maintain the enterprise LAN/WAN/WLAN.
• Lead coordination with vendors and stakeholders.

Skills

Enterprise networking concepts

Troubleshooting skills

Design resilient network architectures

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Packet capture tools

Monitoring and diagnostic tools

Job description

How would you like to join one of the most highly regarded financial institutions in New Jersey with deep roots in the community? Provident is a successful and highly regarded multi-billion-dollar bank that continues to grow with branches in New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania and New York. Our longevity is a testament to our commitment to placing our employees, customers, and the communities we serve at the center of all we do. At Provident Bank, we are committed to enhancing our customer and employees’ experience.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, operation, and optimization of the enterprise network infrastructure and provides advanced technical leadership for LAN, WAN, wireless, security, and cloud-connected environments, ensuring high availability, performance, and security of network services. This role partners closely with varies team members, including infrastructure, security, application, and vendors to support business-critical systems and strategic initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and oversee installation and integration of network hardware and infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, servers, power systems, and structured cabling.
• Operate, maintain, and enhance the enterprise LAN/WAN/WLAN environment; evaluate and implement new networking technologies and architectures.
• Engineer and support switching, routing, firewall, VPN, TCP/IP, VoIP, and network security solutions.
• Design and support high-bandwidth, low-latency network solutions to meet performance, resiliency, and scalability requirements.
• Lead coordination with vendors, service providers, and internal stakeholders to deliver network projects on schedule and within scope.
• Maintain accurate network documentation, diagrams, standards, and operational procedures.
• Provide technical reporting, capacity analysis, and risk assessments to senior management.
• Drive continuous improvement, automation, and standards development; perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise network engineering or infrastructure operations.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of enterprise networking concepts including routing, switching, wireless, QoS, and network security.
• Experience with software-defined networking and/or SD-WAN technologies.
• Strong troubleshooting skills using packet capture, monitoring, and diagnostic tools.
• Ability to design resilient, secure, and scalable network architectures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation and executive-level reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead technical initiatives with minimal supervision.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS

• Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent networking certifications preferred.
• Relevant security or cloud networking certifications are a plus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is mainly performed in a normal office environment. Noise levels usually are moderate. May also involve travel to customers and property locations.

• Prolonged sitting
• Lifting from 5 to 10 lbs. (printer paper, storage boxes)
• Occasional bending or overhead lifting (storing files or boxes)
• The hazards are mainly those present in a normal office setting.

This job description may not be all-inclusive. Employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned and directed by management. Job descriptions and duties may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.

Provident Bank recognizes and supports the importance of creating a socially and culturally diverse employee base. We understand, value, and appreciate the unique perspectives that a diverse workforce can contribute to our organization. We put the employee and the customer at the center of strategy because culture is a critical differentiator for why people choose to work here.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law.

$87,200 - $124,500 annually

Please note, the base pay actually offered may vary based upon the candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, education, geographic location, internal equity, and other applicable business and organizational needs.

This role is incentive eligible based upon company, business, and/or individual goal achievement and performance.

Team members accrue paid time-off (PTO), receive Holiday (PTO) and are eligible to participate in the bank’s Health and Wellness benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, Flexible and Health Savings Accounts, and a 401(k) Retirement Plan. In addition, the company provides Disability Insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, and Basic Life Insurance. Company sponsored Tuition Disbursement and Loan Repayment programs are also available. Voluntary benefits include Supplemental Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal plans.

About Provident Bank

For more than 180years, Provident Bank has served individuals, families, and businesses in our local communities with personal and business banking services.

Volunteering is a Way of Life

Our brand promise - “Commitment you can count on” - supports the investments we make in the community and donations made by our employees. It’s a promise also reflected in the volunteerism of our employees, who lend time and talent and countless hours to assist hundreds of organizations and thousands of people and animals each year.

Why do we love it?

• We get to volunteer in areas that are meaningful to the bank and impactful in the community.
• Through generous contributions, we have raised over $912,000 in 2022. No item or donation is too small; we find a home for it all.