Network Operations Engineers help keep an organization’s digital infrastructure available, secure, and performing reliably. They monitor networks, investigate incidents, resolve connectivity and performance issues, and support the systems businesses depend on every day. Explore vetted Network Operations Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by employer and environment, but commonly include monitoring network health, responding to alerts and outages, diagnosing routing and connectivity problems, maintaining network documentation, and coordinating incident response. Engineers may also support changes, upgrades, capacity planning, and automation to improve reliability and reduce operational risk.
Employers often look for experience with enterprise networks, network monitoring and management tools, troubleshooting, and incident or change management. Knowledge of technologies such as TCP/IP, routing and switching, firewalls, VPNs, and cloud networking can be valuable. Strong communication, careful documentation, and the ability to prioritize during high-impact incidents are also important.
Network Operations Engineers work across industries that rely on dependable connectivity, including technology, finance, healthcare, telecommunications, and enterprise services. With experience, professionals may advance into senior engineering, network architecture, infrastructure leadership, site reliability, or network security roles. Opportunities differ by organization, so review each listing for its scope, technology environment, and compensation details.
Search Ladders for vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare Network Operations Engineer roles by employer, responsibilities, location, and stated salary to identify positions that align with your experience and career goals.
$110K - $130K *
Elevate operational efficiency by leading the design and support of OT network infrastructure. Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to ensure secure, resilient network solutions that enhance manu...
3 days ago
Network Operations Center (NOC) Analyst
$85K - $100K *
Drive the charge in 24/7 NOC operations, analyzing telemetry and diagnosing system anomalies in high-performance compute environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal infrastructure performan...
1 week ago
Network Operations Center (NOC) Analyst
$85K - $100K *
Shape the future of data center operations by diagnosing and troubleshooting complex systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability in a 24/7 environment, leveraging adv...
1 week ago
Network Operations Center (NOC) Analyst
$85K - $100K *
Engage in 24/7 operations as a key technical responder, analyzing telemetry and diagnosing system anomalies in high-performance compute data centers, paving the way for future roles in network enginee...
1 week ago
$85K - $95K *
Support and optimize network infrastructure by designing, configuring, and maintaining LAN/WAN systems, while providing advanced technical assistance and ensuring network security and system reliabili...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Network Engineer/ Principal Network Engineer
$79K - $118K *
Discover a dynamic role where you'll design and implement secure IP-based networks for mission-critical aircraft, ensuring robust communication systems and technical excellence in a collaborative envi...
5 days ago
Telecom Operations Engineer, Amazon Connect, Amazon Connect
$104K - $160K *
Join a team that's expanding our telecom infrastructure, supporting global connectivity, and innovating operations. Leverage your expertise in SIP/VoIP to enhance customer experiences and manage high...
Today
$60K - $180K *
Join us to enhance network performance and security by designing, installing, and maintaining robust network systems. Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot issues and ensure operational efficienc...
1 week ago
Network Operations Center Transmissions Systems Technician
$120K - $140K *
Unlock the potential of network systems by managing operations, security, and performance. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance system integrity and implement innovative solutions for seamless...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive network excellence by deploying, configuring, and testing infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to activate services, manage timelines, and troubleshoot issues, ensuring seamless connectivity a...
3 weeks ago
$141K - $236K *
Transform national security through innovative systems engineering. Leverage your expertise in network design and administration to enhance operational capabilities while ensuring compliance and techn...
1 week ago
$71K - $150K *
Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on innovative network solutions. Engage in network design, implementation, and maintenance while addressing evolving cybersecurity challenges across divers...
6 days ago
$75K - $158K *
Join a dynamic team to design, implement, and enhance network solutions for critical operations. Leverage your expertise in LAN/WAN protocols and network hardware to support our mission in a fast-pace...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive operational excellence by enhancing reliability and performance of a SaaS platform. Collaborate with development teams to implement automation, incident management, and observability practices...
2 weeks ago
$82K - $86K *
Oversee daily operations of mission-critical data center systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance. Collaborate on maintenance, incident reporting, and procedure development to achieve 100...
4 days ago
$87K - $91K *
Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining mission-critical data center operations. As a Site Engineer II, you'll ensure optimal performance of electrical and mechanical systems, contributing to 24/7...
4 days ago
Senior Network Engineer, NetOps Infrastructure
$136K - $166K *
Accelerate progress at a global scale by managing production networks, ensuring 99.999% availability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and deliver infrastructure projects while...
1 week ago
$130K - $150K *
Transform cloud and security landscapes by evaluating architectures, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, and enhancing DevSecOps maturity. Collaborate on modern infrastructure strategies to ensure high availa...
Reposted 3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate network performance by deploying, monitoring, and supporting secure, scalable networks. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot complex issues and implement innovative solutions, ensuring high...
4 days ago
$85K - $115K *
Empower IT operations by building and managing internal systems, ensuring productivity and security. As the first hire, you'll shape the IT function, streamline processes, and support the team while c...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive the technical excellence of our traffic communications network, ensuring seamless operation of Intelligent Transportation Systems. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance real-time traffic...
6 days ago
$96K - $120K *
Drive the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure, resilient communications systems for electric and gas grid operations, ensuring high availability across a large service territory through...
3 days ago
Network Engineer / Principal Network Engineer
$72K - $108K *
Transform your career by joining a dynamic team as a Network Engineer, providing essential support for LAN/WAN infrastructure. Collaborate on innovative solutions while ensuring seamless network opera...
5 days ago
Network Operations Center Technical Services Supervisor
$95K - $115K *
Oversee and lead a technical services team, ensuring efficient 24x7 network operations and advanced troubleshooting of IT systems. Drive quality and improve processes while actively engaging with both...
3 weeks ago
Network Operations Center Technical Services Supervisor
$95K - $115K *
Champion operational excellence by leading a NOC team, providing advanced technical support, and ensuring effective incident resolution. Collaborate with leadership and engineering to enhance service...
3 weeks ago
What does a Network Operations Engineer do?
A Network Operations Engineer monitors and maintains network infrastructure, investigates service disruptions, troubleshoots connectivity and performance issues, and helps improve network availability and reliability.
What skills are useful for Network Operations Engineer jobs?
Useful skills include network troubleshooting, TCP/IP, routing and switching, network monitoring, incident management, and clear documentation. Depending on the role, employers may also value experience with firewalls, VPNs, cloud networking, automation, or vendor-specific platforms.
What qualifications do employers look for?
Requirements vary by employer. Many roles seek relevant experience supporting enterprise or service-provider networks and familiarity with networking technologies and operational processes. Some employers may prefer a degree, industry certifications, or experience with particular tools and platforms.
Where do Network Operations Engineers work?
They work in organizations that depend on reliable connectivity, including technology companies, telecommunications providers, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, and large enterprises.
How can I find Network Operations Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Network Operations Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting’s salary information, responsibilities, location, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.