Senior Network Engineer

Job Description

JOB INFORMATION

Title:

Senior Network Engineer

Officer Title:

Grade:

31

FLSA Classification:

Exempt

Date Last Edited:

9/19/2025

Reports To:

Manager Platform Engineering

Department:

IT

URL Link

https://hvfcu.jdxpert.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&jobcode=1176

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Design, implement, and maintain our enterprise network infrastructure. Ensure high availability, security, and performance across all network systems. Lead network initiatives, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate across departments to support business goals.

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Design, deploy, and manage LAN, WAN, WLAN, and cloud-based networks

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Configure and maintain routers, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers

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Monitor network performance and troubleshoot complex issues

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Implement and enforce network security protocols and disaster recovery plans

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Lead network upgrades, migrations, and capacity planning

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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure projects

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Document network architecture, configurations, and procedures

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Mentor junior engineers and provide escalation support

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Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements

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Participate in Credit Union teams, projects and strategic initiatives when the opportunity arises and perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

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Embrace and apply HVCU’s guiding principles to all activities and responsibilities. This includes the Credit Union’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, Employee and Member Value Propositions, Sales and Service Models. Support the Credit Union’s initiatives by demonstrating teamwork and professionalism.

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Adhere to all Credit Union policies, procedures, and regulatory agency requirements. Participate in all required and recommended training and development including, but not limited to, Bank Secrecy Act training (BSA) and demonstrate attained knowledge. Participate on Credit Union teams, projects and strategic initiatives when the opportunity arises. Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

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Embrace and apply HVCU’s guiding principles to all activities and responsibilities. This includes the Credit Union’s Mission, Vision, Core Values, Employee and Member Value Propositions, Sales and Service Model, and commitment to Lean Six Sigma practices. Support the Credit Union’s initiatives by demonstrating teamwork and professionalism.

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Responsible for regular and predictable attendance including punctuality.

Bachelor’s Degree

Information Technology or related field

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ITILv3 Foundation or higher  (or within 1 year)

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Certifications (e.g., CCNP, CCDP, JNCIP)

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Minimum 8 Years

Network Engineering

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Minimum 8 Years

Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, DNS, DHCP, and VLANs

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Minimum 5 Years

Hands-on experience with Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, or similar platforms

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Minimum 5 Years

Proficiency with network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Wireshark

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Minimum 3 Years

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Familiarity with cloud networking (Azure preferred), automation concepts

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Ability to think critically and problem solve with minimal supervision.

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Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.)

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Leadership experience in an IT environment, including managing relationships with internal partners and external vendors.

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Strong leadership skills that foster collaborative teamwork and high-quality output.

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Advanced verbal, written and presentation skills.

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Must be able to demonstrate advanced analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.

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Demonstrated project management experience.

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Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and deal with a variety of internal/external customer and vendor situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Frequency

Physical Demand

Weight (lbs.)

Frequently

Sit for prolonged periods of time

Frequently

Required to communicate verbally

Frequently

Normal range of vision and hearing abilities required

Occasionally

Lift and/or move objects

30

Occasionally

Travel outside of work location to attend meetings and training programs

Frequently

Required to skillfully operate a computer, telephone and other standard office equipment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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Typically the noise level in the work environment is low to moderate.

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May experience occasional job stress in dealing with difficult situations and/or high volume.

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High energy, high impact atmosphere.

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There are no significant hazardous conditions.

View Competencies

Service Excellence

Consistently incorporates Hudson Valley's member and employee value proposition, reinforcing organizational culture and brand differentiators.

Level 2

1. Creates a positive team environment by celebrating successes and driving excellence.  2. Dedicates required time and energy to assignments or tasks to ensure that no aspect of the work is neglected; works to overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments.  3. Effectively communicates the connection between culture and the business strategy.  4. Implements effective strategies and activities that promote long term customer loyalty.  5. Inspires and strives for excellence in all aspects of work including setting high performance goals for oneself and others.

Work Standards

Sets high standards of performance for self and others; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks.

Level 3

1.  Coaches others to develop effective techniques for producing expected results.  2. Confirms achievement and acceptance of results to ensure process closure.  3. Escalates unusual findings that could have an impact on future process cycles.  4. Mobilizes group to anticipate likely results expected in future process cycles.  5. Recognizes significant results in ways that sustain employee motivation to achieve.  6. Sets critical work standards and expectations for a group or unit.

Flexibility and Adaptability

Adapts as needed; knowledge of successful approaches, tools, and techniques for dealing with changes and adapting to a changing environment.

Level 3

1. Helps others adapt to changing environments and accept new situations.  2. Identifies and elevates process improvements.  3. Leverages prior experience as a help towards handling changing situations.  4. Makes progress in an atmosphere of ambiguity and uncertainty.  5. Recovers from disappointments and setbacks.  6. Works effectively with unstructured teams, situations, or environments.

IT SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT

Knowledge of and ability to utilize a variety of technical tools and techniques to guarantee service availability and ensure IT system performance.

Level 4

1. Creates criteria to measure the performance of IT systems management.

2. Promotes the use of standard procedures in supporting IT systems functions.

3. Leads discussions and answers complex questions regarding world-class infrastructure and management of IT systems.

4. Provides insight into management procedures to ensure excellent performance in IT systems.

5. Oversees the establishment and use of best practices in IT systems management.

6. Forecasts technological industry trends and methodologies in IT systems management.

Network Administration

Knowledge of network administration systems and procedures; ability to address the upkeep and maintenance of computer hardware and software which comprises a computer network, including the (deployment, configuration, maintenance and monitoring of active network equipment).

Level 4

1. Leads in implementing and maintaining network administration systems.

2. Monitors the productivity and cost effectiveness of workflow, hardware and software costs.

3. Develops best practices to ensure an effective workflow in network administration.

4. Designs administration improvement programs and processes for network services.

5. Advocates the application of new tools and technologies for network administration.

6. Monitors industry trends and directions for network administration methodologies.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee in this position.  Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate, with or without notice.

Nothing contained in this material creates a contract of employment between an employee and Hudson Valley Credit Union or otherwise alters the at-will nature of the employment relationship.

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Please also note that Hudson Valley Credit Union respects the religious beliefs and practices of employees and will, on request, reasonably accommodate its employees when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on the Credit Union’s business.  Therefore, unavailability for work due to religious observances or practices may not be a bar to employment.