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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$114K - $152K *

Lead complex operations research and assessments to develop strategies for transmission and distribution systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement solutions, manage projects, and ensure comp...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$138K - $197K *

Empower innovation by leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects in data center operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage schedules, identify risks, and ensure successful delivery of netwo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K - $266K *

Drive success as you lead a remote team of Systems Engineers to enhance technical sales and partner engagement across the Southwest Mountain region, ensuring strong product adoption in a rapidly evolv...

Colorado, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$216K - $280K *

Innovate the evaluation strategy for agentic AI quality, overseeing architecture to production. Lead the development of robust evaluation systems, mentor engineers, and drive standards across teams wh...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $140K *

Drive innovation in network engineering by designing and maintaining complex systems for federal clients. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance network performance and ensure compliance in secure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $238K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead Cloud Operations Engineering, fostering growth and reliability while optimizing cloud infrastructure for mission-critical government services. Drive automation and best...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$166K - $238K *

Transform cloud operations by leading a skilled team focused on reliability, automation, and continuous improvement. Collaborate across departments to optimize performance and ensure mission-critical...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$166K - $238K *

Lead a dynamic team of Cloud Engineers and DevOps professionals, fostering a culture of reliability and continuous improvement while overseeing cloud operations and infrastructure management for missi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$166K - $238K *

Lead a dynamic team of engineers in cloud operations, driving reliability and automation. Collaborate across departments to optimize performance and enhance mission-critical services for government cl...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$166K - $238K *

Lead a dynamic team of Cloud Engineers and DevOps professionals, fostering a culture of reliability and continuous improvement while overseeing cloud operations and infrastructure management for missi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as you support and enhance critical network and systems infrastructure across on-premises and AWS environments. Collaborate with experts to troubleshoot, secure, and maintain techn...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$83K - $104K *

Lead the charge in implementing secure network solutions, ensuring reliability and performance across the organization. Collaborate with vendors and analyze complex issues to maintain robust network i...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Transform network infrastructure by configuring and maintaining routers and switches, ensuring optimal performance and security. Lead technical direction for NOC staff, manage maintenance schedules, a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to lead impactful projects in civil engineering, enhancing urban infrastructure through innovative water and transportation solutions. Inspire a team while delivering excellence from p...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $155K *

Engineer robust network solutions to enhance mission-critical defense operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize enterprise infrastructure, ensuring secure and reliable communicat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead telecommunications system integration, ensuring safety and reliability across critical infrastructure. Drive projects, manage teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to en...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $108K *

Transform IT infrastructure by providing hands-on support and troubleshooting for network systems across multiple locations, ensuring efficient, reliable, and secure operations while collaborating wit...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$196K - $250K *

Transform engineering operations by leading scalable practices that bridge multidisciplinary teams and optimize complex quantum technologies from concept to manufacturing, while ensuring compliance, q...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $180K *

Lead the charge in advancing safety standards as you manage interdisciplinary engineering projects and a high-performing team, ensuring strategies align with organizational goals and technical excelle...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer your career as you design and manage enterprise network infrastructure for Adobe solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance connectivity, security, and performance of cloud applications whil...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower the U.S. Navy by facilitating seamless data migration to temporary networks, ensuring operational continuity during maintenance phases. Collaborate with stakeholders and conduct regular system...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing executive engineering rhythms and coordinating technical communications across multiple stakeholders in the Missile Defense Agency's Targets Systems Engineerin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $276K *

Drive organizational success by leading a diverse engineering team, ensuring technical performance, and strategizing future projects to meet dynamic business needs. Collaborate across functions to enh...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $150K *

Empower your career by owning the Cisco switching and wireless platform. Lead projects, support operations, and translate technical work into business outcomes while collaborating with cross-functiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic team in delivering transportation projects, enhancing client relationships and ensuring quality outcomes through effective project management and communication...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.