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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in identifying and assessing cyber threats to bolster law enforcement and counterintelligence efforts. Collaborate with teams to develop threat signatures and implement incident respon...

Raleigh, NCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $189K *

Join a team that's redefining cyber analysis by designing AI-assisted workflows to enhance cybersecurity. Leverage expertise in Python automation and security to streamline the triage of complex cyber...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $93K *

Transform IT/OT network infrastructure by implementing secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust performance and compliance while managing network security and troubleshootin...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $95K *

Shape the future of supply chain management by driving compliance and efficiency in procurement processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support government contracting activities and ensu...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Redefine your career by executing commissioning and testing of protection & control systems for electric utilities. Collaborate on innovative projects, ensuring safety and efficiency in substations an...

Norfolk, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a SOC Engineer, where you'll onboard customers into managed security services, configure Microsoft security tools, and ensure reliable telemetry across diverse environments, all...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $231K *

Empower security excellence by leading ServiceNow implementations, ensuring compliance with NIST and FedRAMP standards, and enhancing platform security through innovative governance and risk managemen...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by assessing controls, resolving complex issues, and enhancing strategic decision-making. Leverage advanced expertise to protect critical systems and advance organizatio...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform endpoint security management by ensuring compliance, investigating security events, and implementing corrective actions within the Department of Defense's Endpoint Security Solutions environ...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to safeguarding critical systems through expert security management. Leverage your RMF knowledge to ensure compliance, drive remediation, and maintain robust security post...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $125K *

Optimize security operations by triaging and investigating alerts, mitigating cyber threats effectively. Join a dedicated team to enhance your analyst skills while actively protecting organizations fr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $149K *

Accelerate your career as a Cybersecurity Engineer, enhancing security tools, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with teams to fortify defenses against threats. Drive incident response and...

Wrangell, AKRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$151K - $239K *

Join us to lead a dynamic team in managing strategic subcontracts, ensuring compliance and fostering supplier relationships. Drive efficiency and risk management while supporting critical aerospace mi...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to innovative cloud solutions by leveraging your expertise in Azure, C#/.NET, and DevOps practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security, scalability, and performance...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer IT service requirements into innovative solutions that enhance loyalty and profitability. Lead technical resources in delivering high-quality financial industry solutions while ensu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to manage public sector contracts, ensuring compliance and supporting sales growth through effective reporting and collaboration with various departments...

New Mexico, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Bring your expertise to a hands-on technical engineering role that tackles real-world system issues, builds new solutions, and collaborates across teams to enhance application performance and operatio...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving technical integration and validation for Ambient AI Scribe initiatives. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance workflows, troubleshoot issues, and ensure operational re...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining identity management across diverse platforms. You'll architect secure authentication and authorization systems, ensuring seamless access for users and organizations while...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

Explore opportunities as a Principal OT Cybersecurity Architect, leading advanced solutions analysis for critical infrastructure. Collaborate with federal stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity across...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $195K *

Oversee the development and deployment of customized ServiceNow solutions, ensuring compliance with federal security frameworks while enhancing system performance and reliability. Collaborate with sta...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Champion compliance and security in complex information systems, ensuring adherence to federal standards while monitoring and improving industrial control systems and cybersecurity measures across var...

Huntsville, ALRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Architect engineering strategies by guiding a team in delivering quality software. Foster business alignment, manage product roadmaps, and leverage AI technologies while ensuring high-performance outc...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion a high-performing support operations team, ensuring exceptional customer service and efficient processes. Lead incident management, oversee technical engineers, and drive continuous improveme...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $212K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of Enterprise and Product Security. As a strategic individual contributor, influence global security architecture and innovate protective solutions for cloud an...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.