Network Operations Specialist Jobs

Keep critical systems connected and organizations running with a Network Operations Specialist role. These professionals monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot the networks that support business applications, communications, and data. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced network operations candidates discover roles that match their skills and career goals.

What Network Operations Specialists Do

Network Operations Specialists help ensure the availability, performance, and security of network infrastructure. Typical responsibilities include monitoring network health, investigating alerts, diagnosing connectivity issues, coordinating incident response, and documenting changes. Depending on the organization, the role may also involve supporting routers, switches, firewalls, wireless networks, cloud connectivity, and network management tools.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek practical experience with enterprise networking, troubleshooting, monitoring platforms, and incident management. Familiarity with TCP/IP, DNS, routing and switching, firewalls, and cloud or data center environments can be valuable. Clear communication, careful documentation, and the ability to prioritize under pressure are also important, particularly when coordinating with security, infrastructure, and application teams. Relevant certifications may strengthen a candidate’s profile.

Career Opportunities

Network operations roles can lead to senior specialist, network engineer, operations manager, or infrastructure leadership positions. Opportunities vary by employer and may focus on enterprise networks, telecommunications, data centers, cloud platforms, or managed services. Browse current openings to compare responsibilities, technical environments, and compensation, and find a position aligned with your experience.

Find Network Operations Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Ladders helps experienced professionals explore vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Network Operations Specialist openings to identify roles where you can apply your expertise in availability, troubleshooting, and network performance while taking the next step in your career.

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$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of a high-performing team in Client Operations, driving service quality and continuous improvement. Collaborate across functions to enhance client experience and operational efficiency...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $252K *

Drive the design and integration of Oracle Cloud solutions for federal HCM modernization, transforming technical strategies into robust architectures while overseeing development teams to ensure succe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $173K *

Lead the transformation of identity lifecycle management by optimizing IAM processes, ensuring seamless integration with cloud-native solutions, and driving strategic initiatives that enhance security...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $158K *

Manage and enhance AWS cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic Agile environment to solve complex challenges and optimize sy...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $181K *

Join a dynamic team to shape innovative frontend solutions for critical defense applications. Leverage your expertise in React and TypeScript to create intuitive user interfaces that enhance decision...

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

$86K - $138K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $199K *

Champion a high-performing team of data engineers to drive data transformation, influence technical architecture, and ensure reliable data systems while aligning with business objectives and engineeri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Execute comprehensive project controls to ensure timely, budget-compliant project completion. Collaborate with teams to analyze financial data, manage forecasts, and report on project progress across...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $140K *

Shape the future of technology solutions as a Systems Administrator, ensuring optimal performance of complex software systems and network infrastructures for critical operations while leading and enha...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading technical strategies and ensuring application integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, optimize performance, and implement best practices...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Champion cybersecurity excellence by leading governance, risk management, and compliance efforts. Drive remediation activities and ensure the protection of critical systems while translating complex f...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Innovate and enhance platform operations as a technical expert, driving implementation and administration of HaloPSA. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes, improve visibility, and ensure sea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$148K - $263K *

Drive the design and implementation of AI-First operational environments, architecting resilient multi-cloud networks and building autonomous orchestration layers to enhance security and efficiency ac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $197K *

Manage enterprise network change governance and release coordination, ensuring minimal impact on operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service reliability and improve Change a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $288K *

Engage in a pivotal leadership role overseeing core network infrastructure operations. Drive stability, performance, and security across WAN and LAN environments while mentoring a skilled team and man...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $208K *

Join a team that's transforming Global Supply Chain and ERP processes. As a Staff Business Process Leader, you'll drive process standardization, support ERP transformations, and engage with stakeholde...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $210K *

Lead the charge in shaping security operations by architecting SIEM, driving automation, and mentoring a dedicated team. Your expertise will enhance threat detection and incident response, ensuring ro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Transform cybersecurity measures by performing assessments, documenting findings, and ensuring compliance within the Department of Energy. Collaborate on risk evaluations while enhancing systems' resi...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $154K *

Drive security excellence by managing vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance, and maintaining system integrity. Collaborate with teams to remediate findings and uphold NIST standards in a hands-on techn...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$77K - $108K *

Innovate high-performance AI network fabrics for accelerated computing. Engage with clients to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring optimal configurations for GPU clusters and data-center infrastructu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by collaborating with sales teams to identify prospects, educate clients on solutions, and drive impactful meetings that address security challenges and deliver tailo...

Raleigh, NCRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $101K *

Empower your career by providing remote technical support, resolving incidents, and ensuring service delivery excellence. Collaborate with clients and teams to maintain high service levels and drive c...

Oregon, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive on-site technical operations for global weather systems, ensuring deployment, maintenance, and coordination across multiple international locations to meet customer needs and enhance service rel...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Operations Specialist do?question toggle

    A Network Operations Specialist monitors and supports network infrastructure, investigates performance and connectivity issues, responds to incidents, and helps maintain reliable service. Responsibilities vary by employer and network environment.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Network Operations Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly value experience with enterprise networking, network monitoring, troubleshooting, and incident response. Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching, firewalls, and cloud or data center environments may be useful; requirements differ by position.

  • How much do Network Operations Specialist jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on experience, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, though salary and total compensation depend on each employer and job listing.

  • What career paths can follow a Network Operations Specialist role?question toggle

    Professionals may advance into senior network operations, network engineering, network architecture, operations management, or infrastructure leadership roles, depending on their interests and experience.

  • Where can I find Network Operations Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted Network Operations Specialist openings and review each listing for compensation, qualifications, and responsibilities.