We invite you to review our current professional staff openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm.
About Us
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP (Skadden) has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. By relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. We are recognized as a global powerhouse for complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the open, collaborative relationships we build with clients. Our attorneys, who reflect diverse backgrounds and perspectives, collaborate seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.
The Opportunity
We are seeking Network Operators to join our Firm. These positions will be based in our White Plains office (hybrid). There are multiple shifts available:
- Weekend Nights, Friday – Sunday or Saturday – Monday (3 days/week), 7pm – 7:30 am EST
This role supports and maintains the Firms production infrastructure 24x7x365 to ensure maximum availability and performance of all services. Works as a team and will take ownership of the production infrastructure including, WAN, LAN, administration, analysis, installation, configuration, maintenance, and documentation. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Leads and participates in proactive service management and incident response to eliminate and mitigate operational issues that impact end-users.
- Monitors the health, performance and availability of computer systems using diversified tools.
- Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctioning hardware, software, and environmental alerts.
- Performs Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and escalate to team for remediation.
- Works collaboratively to resolve problems within the team and as necessary escalate to internal and external engineering resources.
- Works proactively to triage or troubleshoot alerts, events and issues that impact the Firm’s production IT Infrastructure.
- Follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for scheduled tasks.
- Coordinates with third-party vendors, satellite office contacts, or other IT teams for a holistic problem solving and communication.
- Responses to incidents and carefully tracks and documents all defects and resolutions in detail.
- Assists with helping to increase the expert knowledge base of NOC and maintenance of system’s health record.
- Works within the Firms ticketing system and is accountable for updating, tracking, and resolving incidents.
- Escalates to management all technical issues that are service impacting and require an immediate response or troubleshooting. Coordinates engineering resources (other IT resources, 3rd party or vendors, etc.) to collaboratively work to resolve the issue as soon as possible.
- Maintains communication channels within intra teams or outside so that all stakeholders are kept informed ahead in time bound manner.
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
- Manages Firm resources responsibly.
- Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Demonstrates hands-on expertise Maintaining and Supporting Windows Services in a Virtualized Environment, including Microsoft Applications (Exchange, SharePoint, DNS, DHCP, Active Directory, File Permissions, and Security
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrates close attention to detail
- Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities
- Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Practical experience with TCP/IP networking
- Significant hands-on experience administrating and troubleshooting VMware Clusters in a high-availability environment, including Windows & Linux guest operating systems
- Significant experience with and expertise in network monitoring, event detection, analysis, and incident response
- Significant hands-on experience with and expertise with Cisco Switching and Routing
- Strong knowledge of networking concepts including; DNS, switching, routing and firewalls
- Possess excellent troubleshooting, problem solving, and verbal/written communication skills
- Ability to manage critical situations, and maintain solid relationships with colleagues and firm staff
- Ability to anticipate problems, communicate them, and resolve if appropriate
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Must have strong written/verbal communication skills
- Must be detail oriented with strong customer service skills
- Requires strong interpersonal and organization skills
- Take ownership of issues and responsibility for customer satisfaction and overall success of services provide
- Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs
Experience/Education
- High school diploma or three years of relevant experience or Military Occupational Specialty
- Minimum of five years of related experience
Culture & Life at Skadden
What makes Skadden special is our people and the culture, community and spirit of collaboration we have created. We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion, equity and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of diverse talent only make us better and is vital to the firm's success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the well-being of our attorneys and professional staff.
Benefits
The overall well-being of our team is important to us. We offer generous benefits to help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life.
- Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
- Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid leave options, including parental.
- In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
- Robust well-being classes and programs.
- Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.
For further details, please visit: https://www.skadden.com/careers/staff/employee-benefits
The starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details. Actual salary will be determined based on skills, experience (to the extent relevant) and other-job related factors, consistent with applicable law.
Salary Details
$92,000 – $102,000
EEO Statement
Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It adheres to an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, alienage or citizenship status, marital or familial status, domestic partnership status, caregiver status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, change of sex or transgender status, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual and reproductive health decisions, disability, any protected military or veteran status, or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence, sexual assault or offense, or stalking.
Applicants who require an accommodation during the application process should contact Winnie Feng at (212) 735-3037.
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