Explore Network Operations Engineer Jobs

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.

What Network Operations Engineers Do

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.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

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.

Career Paths and Opportunities

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.

Find Network Operations Engineer Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's redefining high-performance computing through innovative Linux solutions. Leverage your expertise in system configuration, networking, and troubleshooting to enhance cutting-edge te...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $210K *

Reimagine developer workflows by designing and building scalable backend services and automation infrastructure, enhancing the quality and impact of AI-assisted engineering tools through robust teleme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $225K *

Optimize the secure, reliable foundation for enterprise AI by building cloud infrastructure, automating environments, and ensuring operational readiness. Collaborate across teams to enhance platform r...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing secure LAN infrastructure for enterprise operations. You'll design, implement, and maintain network systems while ensuring compliance with DoD standards and o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as you design, implement, and maintain essential networking infrastructures, ensuring optimal performance and reliability for a wide range of clinical and operational environments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructures, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with cybersecurity standards in a fast-paced environment. Your expert...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Innovate network solutions by managing firewall configurations, providing 24x7 support, and ensuring robust incident resolution. Collaborate on technical documentation and budgeting while mentoring te...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Lead the optimization of infrastructure and tools for software development, enhancing deployment processes and collaboration across teams. Drive efficiencies within cloud and virtual environments for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $200K *

Unlock your potential as you drive the Infrastructure roadmap, ensuring a scalable and reliable foundation for critical data and tools while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance produc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $118K *

Join a team that's pioneering enterprise AI governance and operations. You'll manage Microsoft 365 Copilot, oversee AI platforms, and ensure secure, efficient AI adoption across the organization while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $170K *

Discover a hands-on role where you'll design and maintain secure network systems for manufacturing environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and compliance with ind...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $170K *

Empower operational excellence by designing and maintaining secure network systems for manufacturing environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, efficient, and compliant...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$220K - $260K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$147K - $210K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $195K *

Transform data operations by leading a team focused on reliability, uptime, and customer interaction. Utilize your systems engineering expertise to ensure efficient data workflows, maintain platform s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of security by leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance detection and response capabilities. Collaborate with teams to identify risks, develop automation, and strengthen in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of security by leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance incident detection and response capabilities. Collaborate with diverse teams to identify risks, develop automation, and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance incident detection and response capabilities, leveraging expertise in security engineering and risk management to protect critical assets against complex t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Operations Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.