Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP · 2 days ago
Modern Workplace Engineer
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$140K/yr - $160K/yr
3+ years expCadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP is a global law firm established in 1792, serving a diverse client base with innovative legal strategies. The Modern Workplace Engineer is responsible for the deployment, configuration, and monitoring of applications on Firm-managed desktops and virtual platforms, ensuring effective management and support of desktop environments.
AdviceLegal
Responsibilities
Responsible for the creation, update, and management of both physical and virtual desktop/laptop images
Responsible for the deployment and configuration of all non-web applications to Firm-managed physical desktops and laptops, virtual desktops and XenApp servers
Responsible for escalations to third-level support including shared support of an on-call rotation schedule
Responsible for determining success of deployments and reporting on installations
Responsible for deployment-related problem identification and remediation
Responsible for the management of O/S and application patch deployments
Responsible for maintaining and improving documentation around desktop management
Responsible for the support of desktop management and monitoring tools in order to:
Identify and troubleshoot systemic issues
Capture trending health information
Gather analytics around end-user applications
Responsible for knowledge transfer to the User Support teams to assist them in managing the physical desktop, laptop, and virtual environments
Qualification
Required
Management tools such as Microsoft InTune, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) and Ivanti Environment Manager
Application Management in virtual environments including Azure Virtual Desktop, Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
Application packaging tools such as AdminStudio or Advanced Installer
Group Policy, Active Directory, Entra and conditional access policies
Scripting languages like PowerShell and VBS
Desktop and application monitoring tools
Experience with Legal applications and Lenovo hardware
Minimum 3 years of experience in Desktop Engineering role
Bachelor's degree, preferably with strong academic record. Professional certifications a plus
Responsibility, honesty, reliability, initiative, attention to detail, determination, a desire to learn, ownership of and pride in one's work
Community engagement in peer groups and a drive to stay current with the latest trends and technology
Interpersonal skills necessary to interact and work productively as part of the Information Systems team, delivering high-quality services to the Firm and our clients
Ability to meet deadlines and effectively complete operational and project-based assignments
Ability to communicate effectively, in person and in writing, with Firm personnel at all levels and outside parties, as necessary
Ability to work independently
Preferred
Experience with the following a plus: Beyond Trust Privilege Management, Nerdio Manager for Enterprise, Ivanti Environment Manager
Previous experience in a law firm or professional services environment is desirable
Company
Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP
Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP, a global law firm established in 1792, serves a diverse client base, including many of the world's leading financial institutions and corporations in more than 50 countries.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-12-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Aaron Benjamin
Partner
Adam Magid
Partner
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