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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Drive innovation by developing custom tools for network management, collaborating with teams to enhance system integration, and ensuring effective data presentation through APIs for a global customer...
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$98K - $167K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of federal access by leveraging your DevOps expertise to manage cloud infrastructure, automate deployments, and ensure security compliance while collaborating with...
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Senior DevOps Engineer- Remote
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IT Support Engineer I, Ops Tech Solutions (OTS)
$69K - $95K *
Empower your career by providing top-notch IT support and solutions. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and enhance systems, ensuring seamless operations in a dynamic environment. Your expertise w...
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IT Support Engineer I, Ops Tech Solutions (OTS)
$69K - $95K *
Optimize IT support operations by implementing technical solutions and providing high-quality assistance for hardware and software. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and troubleshoo...
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$110K - $130K *
Manage the on-site network engineering for OT initiatives, ensuring secure and resilient network architectures are implemented in manufacturing environments while supporting operational readiness and...
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$64K - $112K *
Take ownership of our next-generation network stability and automation. Collaborate with internal teams and vendors to enhance data center operations, ensuring efficient project execution and innovati...
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$165K - $185K *
Shape the future of missile defense by leveraging your systems engineering expertise to verify and validate capabilities within the Missile Defense System, ensuring robust performance and compliance w...
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$123K - $154K *
Explore your potential as you lead the design and reliability of electrical power systems, ensuring safety and efficiency across industrial applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams...
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$150K - $190K *
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$103K - $181K *
Join a team that's dedicated to building robust systems and networks. In this role, you'll support system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure security compliance while collaborating with skil...
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Transform web application security by enhancing WAF and edge protection platforms. Collaborate with teams to implement, tune, and troubleshoot security measures, ensuring robust application safety acr...
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Electro-Optical Systems Project Engineer
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Data Center Facilities Technician II, Generators
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What does a Network Operations Center (NOC) Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.