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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$90K - $189K *

Elevate your career as you design, implement, and maintain SAP security roles across various platforms while ensuring compliance and optimizing security frameworks in a collaborative environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Deliver impactful telecom design solutions by overseeing projects, enhancing production efficiency, and collaborating with designers and project managers to meet quality standards and client expectati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$132K - $237K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and implement global security compliance frameworks, driving enterprise-wide initiatives and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards across complex cloud environmen...

Cambridge, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by designing secure AI platforms that empower teams to automate workflows seamlessly. Lead security integration into development processes, ensuring robust protection while enabling r...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Manage data center operations, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability. Lead teams, optimize resources, and implement strategic initiatives to enhance infrastructure reliability and se...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join us to architect and automate cloud-native infrastructures while engaging directly with clients. Leverage your expertise in AI and DevOps to drive strategic solutions that align technology with bu...

Florida, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $125K *

Lead a dynamic team as a Senior Backend Engineer, specializing in .NET and GCP. Drive software quality and innovation while mentoring developers and managing client relationships in a collaborative re...

Ontario, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$62K - $103K *

Join our dynamic Talent Acquisition team to drive full life-cycle recruitment, partnering with leaders to source top technical talent and support strategic business initiatives through innovative sour...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional IT infrastructure projects. As a Senior Project Manager, you'll oversee project execution, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to best pra...

New Mexico, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $90K *

Elevate the future of U.S. Coast Guard acquisitions by managing configuration processes for the Waterways Commerce Cutter. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and accuracy in documentation and...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive the success of a 24/7 NOC team by mentoring agents, overseeing infrastructure monitoring, and ensuring effective incident management while fostering a collaborative environment focused on contin...

Plano, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive innovation by developing reliable, secure, and distributed AI infrastructure to support public sector initiatives, focusing on advanced synchronization and networking across diverse environments...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$63K - $129K *

Contribute to system quality by executing test cases, analyzing requirements, and validating functionality to ensure compliance and stability in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with teams to enh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive quality assurance for ICT cabling infrastructure across 700+ Army Reserve sites. Collaborate with engineering teams and contractors to ensure compliance with technical standards and deliver exce...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of technical customer engagements, troubleshooting software issues, and enhancing product reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive customer success and inform produ...

Texas, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $179K *

Champion the Agentic AI platform by owning its end-to-end operations, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable delivery through advanced CI/CD practices, AWS infrastructure, and Kubernetes management...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $115K *

Engineer and maintain cloud-based cyber ranges, ensuring scalable, secure training environments. Collaborate with experts to develop realistic simulations while managing network isolation and resource...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional technical support for complex technologies, ensuring global customer satisfaction and product quality through collaborative troubleshooting and i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$172K - $202K *

Lead innovative insights and strategies as a Senior Director, driving impactful research and analysis to empower clients in navigating complex market challenges and achieving their business objectives...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Champion middleware and web-services platforms, ensuring stability, security, and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support enterprise applications in complex environments while...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform software delivery by architecting a secure, automated platform that empowers development teams to ship compliant code effortlessly. Collaborate across systems to ensure operational readiness...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Drive robust application security integration within the SDLC while collaborating with development teams to analyze and mitigate vulnerabilities. Engage in proactive testing and ensure compliance, enh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $190K *

Transform security practices by leading red team operations and adversary simulations in cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture, develop effective reme...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $236K *

Drive innovation in cybersecurity by leading technical initiatives for MSSP partners and AI security solutions. Leverage your expertise to design, scale, and secure managed services while mentoring te...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $225K *

Drive compliance and reliability in the electric utility sector, ensuring adherence to NERC Operations & Planning and CIP standards to enhance grid stability and security. Collaborate with teams to im...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.