Network Operations Center (NOC) Engineer Jobs

Discover Network Operations Center (NOC) Engineer opportunities with organizations that rely on resilient, secure, and high-performing networks. NOC engineers monitor network and systems health, investigate alerts, respond to incidents, and coordinate fixes to keep essential services available. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including opportunities for experienced NOC and network operations professionals.

What NOC Engineers Do

NOC engineers help maintain the availability and performance of network infrastructure. Depending on the role and organization, responsibilities may include monitoring routers, switches, firewalls, servers, and cloud-connected services; triaging alarms; diagnosing connectivity and performance problems; escalating complex incidents; and documenting resolutions. Many teams also use automation and operational metrics to reduce repetitive work and improve response times.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for practical knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, routing and switching, network monitoring tools, and incident management processes. Experience with Linux or Windows systems, cloud networking, scripting, security fundamentals, and IT service management platforms can also be valuable. Strong communication, clear documentation, calm troubleshooting, and the ability to work across shifts or coordinate with distributed teams are important in many NOC environments.

Career Paths in Network Operations

NOC engineering can lead to senior network operations, network engineering, site reliability engineering, cloud operations, security operations, or infrastructure management roles. Career progression often comes through deeper technical specialization, ownership of complex incidents, automation projects, and leadership of operational processes or teams. Job requirements and titles vary by employer, so review each listing for its specific scope and qualifications.

Find NOC Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Network Operations Center Engineer jobs and related network operations positions paying $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, technologies, work arrangements, and experience requirements to identify roles that align with your skills and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by contributing to the development and optimization of advanced quantum communication networks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance scalability and security while le...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the enhancement and maintenance of mission-critical network environments. Collaborate with a skilled team to support the configuration, deployment, and troubleshooting of Cisco and Arist...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $111K *

Innovate data center networking operations by supporting load balancing, DNS, and network monitoring. Collaborate with technical teams to implement changes and maintain documentation, ensuring efficie...

6 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, deploy, and optimize high-speed Ethernet networks, ensuring reliability and scalability for cutting-edge cloud infrastructure and data center operations...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and optimization of network infrastructure, ensuring reliability and security. Collaborate with IT teams to develop policies, troubleshoot issues, and maintain compliance with best pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $209K *

Join a team that's pivotal in advancing secure operations. As an Infrastructure Field Engineer, you'll leverage your expertise to support critical missions, engage with diverse stakeholders, and drive...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $186K *

Unlock potential by driving network automation and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement robust, vendor-agnostic automation systems, leveraging AI...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Support the development of innovative network designs and architecture, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Lead a team to analyze and implement comprehensive strategies for network solution...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Empower national defense by designing and maintaining secure network infrastructures for autonomous systems and cloud environments, collaborating with diverse technical teams to ensure reliable connec...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Champion network operations by designing, deploying, and maintaining enterprise networking solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance security, automate processes, and ensure high availability acros...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Transform enterprise networks by managing and optimizing secure infrastructures. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance performance and security while documenting best practices in a dynamic, m...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $190K *

Unlock potential by managing and optimizing large-scale enterprise networks in a secure environment, collaborating with engineering teams to enhance performance and security across mission-critical sy...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $90K *

Unlock potential by developing robust software solutions in Rust and Linux. Collaborate on containerized applications and CI/CD pipelines while enhancing network security and backend services. Drive i...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $148K *

Empower defense capabilities by integrating and troubleshooting complex network systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless connectivity and interoperability for mission-critic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Innovate your career by designing and supporting advanced data center networking solutions, focusing on EVPN-VXLAN architecture and Juniper switching technologies in a dynamic enterprise environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in providing expert network architecture and security solutions, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across all DFAS enclaves while maintaining secure configurations and tro...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform network security and architecture by leveraging your expertise in advanced technologies and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure operations and ensure secure configur...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $95K *

Optimize network performance and security by implementing and managing infrastructure, troubleshooting issues, and providing user support. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure seamless operations and m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and deliver innovative communications solutions for complex transportation projects, ensuring operational readiness and compliance through collaboration with multidiscip...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$114K - $171K *

Join a team that's redefining mission operations by developing innovative concepts and procedures. Collaborate with experts to enhance tools and processes, ensuring successful execution of complex spa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $118K *

Transform complex systems engineering challenges into innovative solutions. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to manage technical interfaces and ensure successful payload integration for spac...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$98K - $148K *

Join a team that's transforming air and missile defense through innovative software integration. Leverage your expertise in Red Hat Enterprise Linux and systems integration to enhance tactical operati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $203K *

Lead the charge in spacecraft operations, ensuring mission success through monitoring, anomaly resolution, and collaboration with engineering teams. Drive improvements in procedures and support conste...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $156K *

Optimize enterprise network systems by providing advanced engineering support, resolving complex challenges, and integrating cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance network...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $156K *

Empower your career by providing advanced network engineering expertise to enhance and sustain critical WAN infrastructure for a DoD agency, tackling complex challenges and driving enterprise initiati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Operations Center (NOC) Engineer do?question toggle

    A NOC engineer monitors network and systems availability, investigates alerts, troubleshoots service disruptions, coordinates incident response, and documents fixes to support reliable operations.

  • What skills are useful for NOC Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include TCP/IP, routing and switching, DNS, network monitoring, incident management, and troubleshooting. Linux or Windows administration, cloud networking, scripting, and strong communication skills may also be useful.

  • Do NOC Engineers work shifts?question toggle

    Many network operations centers provide around-the-clock coverage, so some roles involve rotating shifts, nights, weekends, or on-call support. Schedules vary by employer and should be confirmed in each job listing.

  • What roles can NOC Engineers move into?question toggle

    With experience, NOC engineers may pursue senior network operations, network engineering, cloud operations, site reliability engineering, security operations, or infrastructure leadership roles.

  • Are there $100,000+ NOC Engineer jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Available NOC Engineer listings and compensation depend on employer needs, experience requirements, and location.