Network Engineering Manager Jobs

Explore Network Engineering Manager opportunities with organizations seeking experienced leaders to design, operate, and improve critical network infrastructure. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you find roles that match your leadership experience and technical expertise.

What Does a Network Engineering Manager Do?

Network Engineering Managers lead teams responsible for the availability, performance, and security of an organization’s network. They may oversee network architecture, routing and switching, wireless connectivity, data centers, cloud networking, and wide area networks. Common responsibilities include setting technical standards, managing projects and vendors, planning capacity, troubleshooting complex issues, and coordinating with security, infrastructure, and application teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a background in network engineering alongside experience managing people, budgets, and technical projects. Relevant expertise may include enterprise networking, network security, cloud platforms, automation, monitoring, and disaster recovery. Certifications such as Cisco CCNP or CCIE, and cloud networking credentials, may be useful depending on the role. Strong communication, prioritization, and decision-making skills help managers align network strategy with business needs.

Network Engineering Manager Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies by location, industry, organization size, and the scope of responsibility. Senior roles may include competitive base pay, bonuses, and benefits. On Ladders, you can focus your search on vetted Network Engineering Manager jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more and compare opportunities across industries and employers.

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Search current openings to discover opportunities that fit your experience, preferred work arrangement, and career goals. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply to roles that align with your background.

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$169K - $237K *

Elevate your career by leading the strategy and execution of a pivotal security initiative. Collaborate across teams to enhance product resilience and security, ensuring transparency and alignment in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$169K - $237K *

Shape the future of security by leading the Resilient Infrastructure program, collaborating across teams to enhance Cisco's security posture and drive strategic initiatives in a dynamic, executive-fac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$169K - $237K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategy and execution of a pivotal security initiative, collaborating across teams to enhance product resilience and security posture while ensuring transparency and a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$169K - $237K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategy and execution of a pivotal security initiative, collaborating across teams to enhance product resilience and security posture while ensuring transparency and a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$114K - $234K *

Drive innovation as you design and build scalable software solutions that enhance infrastructure planning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, secure services that meet comple...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud infrastructure by designing and building scalable software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to deliver reliable, data-intensive servi...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Explore innovative networking solutions by leveraging your extensive IT expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud and virtualization strategies while driving the adoption of...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive growth by owning market activation plans and building strategic relationships. Collaborate with sales leadership to develop targeted strategies and support opportunity development in priority ma...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading network design and optimization initiatives. You'll oversee the deployment of advanced optical transport systems, ensure service reliability, and mentor junior enginee...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$174K - $262K *

Transform the Value Engineering function by developing ROI models and value narratives that showcase the impact of digital transformation and AI initiatives, collaborating across teams to drive custom...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $262K *

Deliver impactful ROI models and value narratives that showcase the benefits of digital transformation and AI initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to create structured frameworks and tools that...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Oversee a dynamic team of engineers in stress analysis, ensuring compliance with airworthiness standards while managing project timelines and budgets. Drive continuous improvement and mentor team memb...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate operational excellence by leading a technical team focused on enterprise telecommunication systems, ensuring reliability, performance, and superior service delivery through effective projec...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $214K *

Drive innovative traffic engineering solutions by leading project teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables, and fostering client relationships. Leverage your expertise to enhance mobility and safety...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $214K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of traffic engineering by leading project delivery, fostering team development, and enhancing client relationships. Drive innovative solutions that improve mobilit...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $180K *

Lead and inspire a dynamic civil engineering team, overseeing site and land development projects across the Midwest. Drive project execution, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality results while fo...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions while managing a dynamic team. Oversee project execution and mentor engineers to ensure high-quality results in land and site devel...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic civil engineering team, overseeing project execution and ensuring high-quality design solutions for land and site development across the Midwest. Collaborate with multidiscip...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Drive impactful civil engineering solutions by leading project teams and managing site development initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality project execution while mentoring j...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions while managing a dynamic team. Oversee project execution and mentor engineers to ensure high-quality results in land and site devel...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic civil engineering team, driving innovative site and land development projects across the Midwest. You'll mentor engineers, ensure project excellence, and foste...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Join a team that's passionate about delivering innovative civil engineering solutions. Lead design and execution of diverse land development projects while mentoring engineers and ensuring high-qualit...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions, overseeing project teams and ensuring high-quality execution of land and site development projects across the Midwest, while foste...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $193K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing enterprise security by designing and optimizing high-availability network environments. Lead initiatives in Agile and DevSecOps settings while collaborating w...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to naval network sustainment by troubleshooting and optimizing shipboard systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cybersecurity and engineering practices in suppor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Network Engineering Manager leads network engineering teams and oversees the design, operation, security, and performance of network infrastructure. Responsibilities can include architecture, project delivery, capacity planning, vendor management, and incident response.

  • What qualifications are common for Network Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for substantial network engineering experience, leadership ability, and familiarity with enterprise infrastructure, security, cloud networking, and automation. Requirements vary, and some employers value certifications such as Cisco CCNP or CCIE.

  • How much do Network Engineering Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on factors such as location, experience, industry, and the size and complexity of the network environment. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Network Engineering Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Network Engineering Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each posting for its compensation range, qualifications, and work arrangement.

  • What career paths can lead to Network Engineering Manager roles?question toggle

    Professionals often advance from network engineer, senior network engineer, or network architect roles after developing technical depth and experience leading projects or teams. Career paths differ by employer and may include infrastructure or IT operations leadership.