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Find Network Administrator jobs with Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Network administrators help keep organizations connected by maintaining, securing, and improving the systems that support daily business operations. Browse roles across industries and discover opportunities that match your experience, technical strengths, and career goals.

What Network Administrators Do

Network administrators configure and maintain local and wide area networks, routers, switches, firewalls, wireless systems, and related infrastructure. Their work can include monitoring performance, resolving connectivity issues, managing user access, applying updates, documenting systems, and supporting disaster recovery. Depending on the organization, the role may also involve cloud networking, network automation, or coordination with cybersecurity and infrastructure teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for experience with network protocols, enterprise hardware, operating systems, monitoring tools, and troubleshooting. Security awareness, clear communication, careful documentation, and the ability to prioritize incidents are also valuable. Certifications such as Cisco CCNA or CCNP, CompTIA Network+, and vendor-specific cloud credentials may strengthen a candidate’s profile, depending on the role’s requirements.

Network Administrator Career Opportunities

Network administrators work in sectors including technology, finance, healthcare, government, education, and professional services. With experience, professionals may pursue senior network administrator, network engineer, network architect, infrastructure manager, or network security roles. Job scope and compensation vary by employer, location, experience, and technical specialization.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then focus your search on the positions that align with your expertise and next career move.

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$77K - $118K *

Empower our operations by developing and implementing robust project controls and processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, monitor performance, and drive operational excellence in OSP...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Drive exceptional service delivery by managing a global IT support team, ensuring high-quality technical guidance and client satisfaction while fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improve...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform project delivery by leading cross-functional initiatives, managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder communications to ensure successful outcomes. Collaborate extensively to enhance proc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in technology solutions, leading cross-functional engineering teams, and enhancing product delivery through Agile methodologies while fostering collaboration and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining robust Linux systems across diverse operational environments, ensuring mission continuity and security compliance in a high-stakes intelligence program. Can...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of telecommunications and security design by leading project initiatives, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and delivering innovative solutions that meet client needs an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$92K - $162K *

Drive the charge in bridging customer needs with engineering teams, ensuring software solutions meet mission requirements across diverse projects in marine transportation and defense...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing IT security. As a key player, you'll monitor threats, respond to incidents, and collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen the organ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join us to ensure the seamless operation of critical student information systems. You'll design, implement, and maintain enterprise architecture while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance syste...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving IP strategy through collaboration with R&D teams, conducting prior art searches, and managing patent portfolios. Support litigation, training, and enforce IP rights, ensuri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion the management of a vital underground utility network program. Lead multiple workstreams, coordinating schedules, data analysis, and stakeholder communications to ensure program success and d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform network operations by leading a dedicated team to enhance incident management, customer service, and operational efficiency, ensuring seamless service delivery across all business lines...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $171K *

Advance your career by leading the configuration and compliance of mission-critical networks. This hands-on role requires expertise in Cisco and Arista systems, ensuring operational readiness and secu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $171K *

Lead the charge in configuring and sustaining mission-critical network infrastructures, ensuring compliance and operational readiness within high-assurance defense environments. Drive troubleshooting...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing technology reliability and security. As a Senior Systems Administrator, you'll collaborate across various platforms and tools, driving improvements and suppor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing network operations through innovative solutions. As a Tier 2 technician, you'll tackle complex issues, implement upgrades, and ensure seamless connectivity ac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $164K *

Engineer innovative network automation solutions using Python and Cisco NSO. Collaborate with experts to enhance infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance, contributing to a leadin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$134K - $164K *

Innovate with us to develop and maintain network automation software, leveraging Python and Cisco NSO. Collaborate with experts to enhance infrastructure and support scientific missions through effect...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the design, administration, and security of Microsoft Identity environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement identity solutions and manage Active Directory/EntraID integrations. Ensur...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion cutting-edge AI infrastructure by leading the strategic direction and operational management of complex networking environments, ensuring reliability and performance while mentoring engineeri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and evolution of high-speed Infiniband and RDMA networks to enhance AI infrastructure reliability and performance while mentoring teams and driving cross-functio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in establishing technical leadership for high-performance front-end networks in AI infrastructure. Drive reliability and scalability of Ethernet fabrics while mentoring teams to overco...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize network performance by leading the design and evolution of high-performance Ethernet infrastructures for AI workloads. Influence cross-functional initiatives while driving operational excelle...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by owning the technical strategy for high-performance AI infrastructure networks. Lead complex initiatives, mentor senior engineers, and drive improvements in reliability and perfo...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in transforming high-performance networking by owning the reliability and scalability of AI interconnect networks. Tackle complex challenges while mentoring engineers and driving initi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Administrator do?question toggle

    A Network Administrator maintains an organization’s computer networks and related infrastructure. Typical duties include configuring network equipment, monitoring performance, troubleshooting outages, managing access, applying updates, and helping protect network systems.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Network Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek hands-on experience with network hardware, protocols, operating systems, security practices, and troubleshooting. Certifications such as Cisco CCNA or CCNP and CompTIA Network+ may be useful for some positions.

  • Which skills are important for Network Administrators?question toggle

    Technical troubleshooting, knowledge of routing and switching, network monitoring, security awareness, and documentation are commonly valued. Communication and prioritization skills also help administrators work effectively with users and IT teams.

  • Where do Network Administrators work?question toggle

    Network Administrators are employed across many industries, including technology, finance, healthcare, government, education, and professional services. They may work on-site, remotely, or in hybrid environments depending on the organization.

  • What career paths can follow a Network Administrator role?question toggle

    Experienced Network Administrators may advance into senior administration, network engineering, network architecture, infrastructure management, or network security positions. Career paths depend on skills, experience, and employer needs.

  • How can I find Network Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Network Administrator listings on Ladders and review each posting’s salary, location, responsibilities, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.