Network Support Engineer Jobs

Explore Network Support Engineer roles that help organizations keep their networks secure, reliable, and available. These professionals monitor network performance, troubleshoot connectivity issues, support infrastructure, and work with IT teams to resolve technical problems. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles that match their skills and career goals.

What Network Support Engineers Do

Network Support Engineers diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and connectivity issues across local and wide area networks. Depending on the organization, they may configure routers and switches, monitor network health, manage escalations, document solutions, and contribute to maintenance and incident response. They often collaborate with network engineers, security specialists, systems administrators, and end users.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with network protocols, routing and switching, network monitoring, troubleshooting, and operating systems. Familiarity with cloud networking, firewalls, VPNs, security practices, and automation can be valuable. Certifications such as Cisco CCNA or CCNP and CompTIA Network+ may strengthen an application, while clear communication and methodical problem-solving are important in support environments.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Network Support Engineer titles and responsibilities vary by employer, industry, and seniority. Experienced professionals may find opportunities in enterprise IT, telecommunications, cloud services, managed services, and financial or healthcare organizations. Compensation depends on factors such as location, experience, technical specialization, and scope of responsibility. Browse Ladders for vetted Network Support Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more.

Find Network Support Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore high-paying opportunities and identify roles aligned with your network expertise. Review job requirements, highlight relevant troubleshooting and infrastructure experience in your résumé, and apply to positions that fit your professional goals.

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$136K - $166K *

Accelerate progress at a global scale by managing production networks, ensuring 99.999% availability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and deliver infrastructure projects while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $115K *

Advance your career by providing essential IT support for manufacturing operations, ensuring seamless functionality of hardware, software, and network systems while collaborating with corporate IT to...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engage in critical network engineering for mission support, ensuring optimal performance of satellite command and control systems vital to national security. Collaborate on the administration of compl...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Optimize high-performance data center networks, ensuring reliable, low-latency connectivity for mission-critical workloads. Manage complex architectures, enhance performance, and integrate advanced te...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $129K *

Manage network designs and solutions supporting mission-critical LAN/WAN needs while ensuring compliance and performance standards. Collaborate with teams and vendors, providing technical expertise to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $155K *

Transform energy management by leveraging your technical expertise in HVAC and building automation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize system performance and deliver impactful energy...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $155K *

Optimize energy performance by leading technical services for EaaS projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement energy conservation measures, ensuring excellence in execution and cl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $140K *

Unlock potential by providing technical expertise in energy conservation for complex EaaS projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize system performance and mentor staff, ensuring e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $171K *

Shape the future of energy management by leading technical services for EaaS projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize system performance and implement energy conservation measure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $171K *

Champion energy efficiency by leading complex EaaS projects, optimizing HVAC systems, and mentoring teams. Drive technical excellence in multi-building environments, ensuring successful implementation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$128K - $171K *

Unlock your potential as a Technical Services Engineer, driving energy conservation in complex projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize system performance and mentor staff, ensur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Discover a pivotal role in designing and maintaining secure network infrastructures. Your expertise will ensure optimal performance across classified and unclassified systems while leading cross-funct...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and enhance global IP network infrastructure, focusing on VxLAN/EVPN datacenter architectures and Palo Alto firewalls. Drive automation initiatives and collaborate across...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$86K - $138K *

Support and maintain enterprise-wide network infrastructure, ensuring reliable data, voice, and video capabilities. Collaborate with teams to meet networking needs while monitoring performance and imp...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

Unlock potential by consulting on advanced network technologies to enhance enterprise connectivity, encompassing design, engineering, integration, and network security for global operations. Join a dy...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $217K *

Transform the future of network delivery by leading a dynamic team to implement large-scale networking solutions, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence across North America...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as an IT Systems & Support Engineer, where you'll provide expert desktop support, manage cloud infrastructures, and ensure network security, all while collab...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

The Network Engineer III is responsible for developing and deploying network systems that meet organizational performance, security, and compliance requirements. This role involves troubleshooting net...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in providing advanced remote technical support for complex security systems. Serve as a senior technical authority, mentoring junior engineers and resolving critical issues across ente...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Develop and maintain robust enterprise network infrastructure, leveraging strong Cisco expertise to troubleshoot and optimize performance. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance operations through autom...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $155K *

Engineer robust network solutions to enhance mission-critical defense operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize enterprise infrastructure, ensuring secure and reliable communicat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$70K - $170K *

Take ownership of network maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure system reliability. Collaborate with users and vendors to resolve issues, execute maintenance routines, and document actions for sea...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer high-performance trading network solutions, ensuring low latency and reliability. Collaborate with teams on innovative tech, mentor junior staff, and support network operations. Drive efficie...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of Internet and Ethernet service provisioning, configuring network equipment, and ensuring successful service turn-up. Collaborate with teams to maintain reliability and quality for car...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving the design and operation of advanced optical transport networks. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance DWDM and photonics infrastructure, ensuring seamless network...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Support Engineer do?question toggle

    A Network Support Engineer maintains and troubleshoots network systems, investigates connectivity and performance problems, supports network equipment, and helps keep services reliable and secure.

  • What skills are commonly required for Network Support Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common skills include network troubleshooting, routing and switching, TCP/IP, network monitoring, and familiarity with routers, switches, firewalls, and VPNs. Communication and documentation skills are also useful.

  • Which certifications can help Network Support Engineers?question toggle

    Depending on the role, certifications such as Cisco CCNA or CCNP and CompTIA Network+ may help demonstrate networking knowledge. Employers may also value cloud or security certifications.

  • How much do Network Support Engineers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore opportunities at that salary level.

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

    Browse Network Support Engineer listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.