Network Engineer

About the CompanyNetwork Engineer, Roseland, New Jersey - Onsite, permanent positionAbout the RoleWe are seeking a skilled IT Network Engineer. This role is designed for an experienced support technician who combines hands-on technical troubleshooting with systems deployment and administration responsibilities. The role will support the company's technology stack across applications, identity management, networking, firewalls, switches, and endpoint systems, ensuring stability, security, and efficiency across all offices and remote environments. The ideal candidate is a team player who enjoys onboarding new technologies, working directly with colleagues and employees, and improving organizational workflows to increase productivity.ResponsibilitiesDeploy, manage, and troubleshoot switch, access point, and firewall infrastructureHandle occasional escalated requests for end-user support and managementAdminister Active Directory and Azure AD / Entra ID, including group policiesManage user accounts, permissions, and role-based access controlsSupport Microsoft 365 administration, including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDriveTroubleshoot network issues including DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and wireless networkingSupport and maintain print servers and enterprise printing environmentsManage patch deployment across the company's fleet of desktops, laptops, and mobile devicesMaintain IT documentation and configurationsTrack support requests through the ticketing system and ensure SLA complianceCoordinate with vendors for escalation and issue resolutionAudit and improve departmental workflows through automation and new technologiesAssist with system upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and new technology deploymentsSupport implementation of security best practices and vulnerability remediationTravel to external locations as necessary to provide on-site supportBe available for on-call support during nights, weekends, and holidays as neededQualificationsBachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field preferredIndustry certification such as Microsoft SC-200, MD-102, CCNA, CCNP, Palo Alto PCNSE, or NGFE preferredExperience with networking and security solutions from Cisco, Aruba, Ruckus, Juniper, Meraki, Fortinet, and/or Palo Alto Networks expected; Palo Alto experience preferred3+ years of experience in IT support, systems administration, or infrastructure supportStrong knowledge of Windows environments, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365 administrationProficiency in Microsoft 365 collaboration toolsExperience supporting network infrastructure including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and wirelessExperience managing endpoint fleets and patch management systemsExperience managing print servers and enterprise printing environmentsExperience with scripting or automation tools such as PowerShell or PythonUnderstanding of identity management, endpoint protection, and security practicesStrong troubleshooting and analytical skillsExcellent communication skills and ability to support non-technical users