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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$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Drive modernization efforts by managing enterprise systems and infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure high availability, performance, and security while delivering innovative solutions and t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $250K *

Drive innovative systems engineering solutions while leading cross-functional teams. Leverage your extensive experience to shape complex projects, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs and technic...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing field operations through effective oversight, communication, and support. Leverage your expertise to ensure quality service delivery and operational excellenc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in transforming data management and systems analysis, establishing enterprise-wide standards and secure solutions. Drive high-impact initiatives, ensuring compliance and risk mitigatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Help us elevate data management and systems analysis across our organization. Lead high-impact initiatives, enforce security architectures, and design resilient data solutions to meet complex mission...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Transform data management and systems analysis by leading high-impact initiatives, establishing security architectures, and designing resilient data solutions that meet complex organizational needs ac...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$81K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$78K - $90K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $120K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $134K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$63K - $129K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $90K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$62K - $116K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $160K *

Transform large-scale network infrastructures by diagnosing issues, automating processes, and developing scalable solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and ensure high availability...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.