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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$150K - $175K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $177K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$79K - $118K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $265K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$189K - $250K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $123K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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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.