Senior Systems Engineer

Jeffer Mangels & Mitchell LLP; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jeffer Mangels & Mitchell LLP in Century City is seeking a Systems Administrator/Engineer. The role involves deploying and managing virtualization platforms, designing network infrastructures, and administering Active Directory.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in computer science, at least 5 years of experience, and knowledge of legal management systems. The position offers a hybrid work schedule after an initial onsite period and a competitive salary range of $135k-$150k.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a systems administrator/engineer.
• Certifications such as CCNA, CCIE, or CISSP preferred.
• Experience with legal and document management systems like iManage, Relativity, or Aderant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, manage, and optimize virtualization platforms for high-performance computing.
• Design and manage Layer 2/Layer 3 network infrastructures.
• Administer and secure networks with firewall policies and VPN management.
• Lead backup and disaster recovery strategies using Veeam.

Skills

Scripting and automation knowledge with PowerShell, Python, or SQL

Experience with MDM and application deployment tools such as MS Intune, PDQ or Kaseya

Experience with legal and document management systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering or equivalent education

Tools

VMware

Windows Server

Active Directory

Job description

Summary

Jeffer Mangels & Mitchell LLP (JMM) is a results-driven law firm with a relentless focus on client satisfaction. It is through this focus that our work has a purpose and develops into a passion. We take pride in providing our clients with the results they deserve. If you thrive in an environment where your colleagues’ defining characteristics are achievement, adaptability, initiative, professionalism, and resourcefulness, the culture at JMM will prove rewarding.

Essential Duties

• Deploy, manage, and optimize virtualization platforms such as VMware, VxRail, and NAS for high-performance computing and storage.
• Design, implement, and manage Layer 2/Layer 3 network infrastructures, including advanced switching, routing, and inter-VLAN routing.
• Configure and maintain routing protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and static routes to ensure robust network performance and high availability.
• Manage network VLANs, spanning tree protocols, and link aggregation (LACP/EtherChannel) to optimize redundancy and throughput.
• Administer and secure networks with firewall policies, NAT rules, and VPN management on platforms like Palo Alto and Meraki.
• Lead SSL/TLS certificate lifecycle management, ensuring proper issuance, renewal, and adherence to security best practices, including PKI/CA administration.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex connectivity and performance issues across WAN/LAN, fiber optics, and network security layers.
• Collaborate with security teams to implement network segmentation, address vulnerabilities, and ensure compliance with security policies.
• Oversee Windows Server environments (2012–2019), focusing on high availability, performance, and fault-tolerant architectures.
• Administer Active Directory domains, including DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, and organizational unit (OU) management.
• Maintain internal infrastructure requirements, including laptop and desktop computers, printers, phones, internet, and intranet.
• Ensure reliable Domain Controller operation and replication across multiple sites.
• Manage Windows Server clustering technologies for both file and SQL server clusters, ensuring critical services remain available.
• Administer Hybrid Exchange environments, including mail flow, security policies, and mailbox management.
• Implement and manage tools for patch management, ensuring security and system compliance.
• Lead backup and disaster recovery strategies using Veeam, ensuring all critical data is secured and recoverable.
• Assist the help desk and other teams with troubleshooting to identify root cause and provide technical support when needed.

Qualifications

• Scripting and automation knowledge with PowerShell, Python, or SQL required.
• Experience with MDM and application deployment tools such as MS Intune, PDQ or Kaseya required.
• Experience with legal and document management systems like iManage, Relativity, or Aderant preferred.
• Certifications such as CCNA, CCIE, or CISSP preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering or equivalent education required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a systems administrator/engineer.

Position: Exempt

Location: Century City. 5 days onsite for the first 30 days, then 3 days per week onsite, 2 days remote thereafter.

Salary: $135k -$150k base

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