Network Engineer Level 1 in White Plains, New York at Edutek Ltd.

Edu Tek is an established IT Services firm looking to hire an energetic, motivated individual with strong interpersonal skills to provide onsite network support to our clients. We’re looking for a driven and technically inclined individual ready to launch their career in IT. As a Level 1 Network Engineer, you'll play a hands-on role supporting our onsite teams and working closely with experienced Network Engineers to maintain and optimize essential systems and infrastructure.

Work Location: Fully On-Site

Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000 DOE

Travel: Minimal travel required; candidates must have a personal vehicle

Screening: Background check and fingerprinting required
Responsibilities

Collaboration & Support:

Partner with onsite IT support and network teams to troubleshoot and resolve issues
Assist in maintaining core communication systems and networking devices
Network & Security:

Configure and manage firewalls (FortiGate, SonicWall, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA)
Support and manage Active Directory users, groups, and GPOs
Administer MDM solutions (Intune/Azure, JAMF, SCCM, Google Admin, WorkspaceOne)
Deploy and oversee content filtering systems (LightSpeed, GoGuardian, FortiEMS)
Maintain backup systems (Barracuda, Veeam) and ensure data recovery strategies
Server & Storage Operations:

Administer virtual environments (Hyper-V/VMware) and NAS/SAN systems
Manage patching workflows via SUS, WUS, and SCCM
Troubleshoot domain issues and maintain group policies
Integrate macOS devices with Active Directory
Design & Documentation:

Draft infrastructure designs, including IP planning and subnet mapping
Create clear diagrams and documentation for servers and networks
Assist with helpdesk ticket management and reporting
Skills & Qualifications

Must-Have Technical Skills:

Proficient with DNS, DHCP, VLANs, subnets, and networking fundamentals
Skilled with network monitoring tools
Experience in imaging (MDT, SCCM) and firewall setup
Strong troubleshooting across systems and platforms
Certifications:

Required: CompTIA Network+
Preferred: JAMF 100, Google Admin, CCNA, NSE4 or similar
Bonus: Fortinet NSE, CompTIA Security+
Education & Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred but not mandatory
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a hands-on technical role
If you're passionate about technology and eager to grow in a dynamic IT environment, we’d love to meet you.