Network Systems Engineer Jobs

Explore Network Systems Engineer jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more on Ladders. These professionals design, build, secure, and maintain the networks that keep organizations connected. Browse vetted opportunities across industries and find roles that match your experience, technical strengths, and career goals.

What Does a Network Systems Engineer Do?

Network Systems Engineers plan and manage the infrastructure that supports data, voice, and cloud connectivity. Their work can include configuring routers and switches, monitoring network performance, troubleshooting outages, improving security, and helping organizations scale reliable systems. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on enterprise networks, data centers, cloud environments, or telecommunications.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with routing and switching, network protocols, firewalls, VPNs, wireless systems, and network monitoring tools. Knowledge of cloud networking, automation, cybersecurity, and scripting can also be valuable. Relevant certifications—such as Cisco, CompTIA, or cloud-provider credentials—may strengthen an application, while communication and problem-solving skills help engineers work effectively across teams.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Network Systems Engineers can advance into senior engineering, network architecture, infrastructure management, or cybersecurity leadership. Opportunities span technology, finance, healthcare, government, telecommunications, and other sectors that depend on secure, high-performing networks. Compensation varies by location, experience, specialization, and employer; Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

Find Network Systems Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to discover Network Systems Engineer openings aligned with your qualifications and compensation goals. Review job requirements, compare opportunities, and take the next step toward a role where you can build dependable, secure network infrastructure.

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$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of network systems by providing engineering support, resolving technical issues, and assisting with server administration and network configuration to enhance operational efficiency a...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Manage engineering activities for complex information systems, guiding teams in requirements and solutions engineering. Oversee system integration and ensure timely delivery of geospatial intelligence...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing complex network infrastructures, providing critical support to defense agencies while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity policies and operational excelle...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by safeguarding our digital assets through proactive cybersecurity measures. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and maintain security protocols, ensuring compliance an...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $147K *

Join a team that's optimizing secure cloud environments, providing critical Tier 1-3 support while utilizing innovative solutions. Play a vital role in enhancing national defense through high-performa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $189K *

Empower your career by tackling complex network challenges and driving technical modernization. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and enhance network solutions that support critical operati...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Optimize network security operations by managing infrastructure across data centers and cloud environments. This role requires hands-on expertise in firewalls, routing, and automation, contributing to...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $137K *

Join a dynamic team to design, integrate, and enhance cutting-edge systems solutions. Collaborate with engineers and clients to ensure successful hardware and software integration while conducting tes...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $189K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Network Operations Engineer, leading technical projects, optimizing network performance, and delivering innovative solutions with a focus on collaboration and problem-s...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing national security through innovative network solutions. Lead the design and optimization of complex communication networks, ensuring reliability and security...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize complex network environments for mission-critical government operations, ensuring secure and efficient communication across various platforms and technologie...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$111K - $150K *

Champion the design and security of Zscaler environments while optimizing enterprise LAN/WAN infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance network performance and ensure complianc...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive the successful delivery of medium-scale projects by managing planning, execution, and stakeholder collaboration. Ensure alignment with objectives, timelines, and budgets while mitigating risks t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by ensuring the reliability of naval IT networks through the design, deployment, and maintenance of advanced perimeter security systems, while collaborating with teams to enhance oper...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Empower the security landscape by designing and maintaining robust perimeter systems, ensuring 24/7 reliability for naval IT networks while collaborating with teams to enhance operational efficiency a...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $181K *

Drive the future of secure network solutions, focusing on cryptographic management and advanced telecommunications design across diverse security domains while ensuring compliance with quality and per...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in designing and maintaining intricate network infrastructures for cybersecurity testing and training. Collaborate with engineers to enhance performance, security, and compliance, ensu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of missile defense by leading cross-functional teams to develop innovative system-level solutions. Utilize Model Based Systems Engineering to analyze and enhance capabilities agai...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$171K - $222K *

Pioneer systems engineering solutions by guiding design and integration activities, analyzing requirements, and delivering comprehensive documentation and technical leadership within a dynamic team en...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $125K *

Optimize network operations by providing technical support and troubleshooting. Enhance system performance through innovative solutions and maintain security protocols. Collaborate on user training an...

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$121K - $194K *

Lead the design and optimization of terrestrial transport networks, ensuring reliable connectivity for critical communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage vendor relationships a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$142K - $213K *

Lead the charge in developing and supporting advanced propulsion systems for the US Navy. Collaborate with a dynamic team to integrate, validate, and optimize system solutions while ensuring adherence...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $175K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by providing expert guidance on systems integration and emerging technologies while actively supporting Agile program execution and modernization strategies...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $175K *

Join a dynamic engineering team as a Senior Technical Advisor, providing strategic guidance on emerging technologies and systems integration while supporting Agile program execution and modernization...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$166K - $249K *

Pioneer innovative spacecraft systems as a Producibility Architect, enhancing production efficiency and quality. Collaborate across teams to implement process improvements and leverage AI/ML for strea...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Network Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Network Systems Engineer designs, implements, monitors, and troubleshoots network infrastructure. Responsibilities may include configuring network equipment, improving performance and security, supporting cloud connectivity, and resolving service issues.

  • What skills are important for Network Systems Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include routing and switching, TCP/IP, firewalls, VPNs, wireless networking, network monitoring, and troubleshooting. Cloud networking, automation, cybersecurity, and scripting experience may also be useful.

  • What qualifications do employers look for in a Network Systems Engineer?question toggle

    Requirements vary by role, but employers often look for a degree or equivalent technical experience and a track record managing network environments. Certifications such as Cisco, CompTIA, or cloud-provider credentials may be preferred or required for some positions.

  • How much do Network Systems Engineers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on experience, location, specialization, and employer. Ladders lists vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Network Systems Engineer roles.

  • What career paths can follow a Network Systems Engineer role?question toggle

    Professionals may progress to senior network engineering, network architecture, infrastructure leadership, cloud networking, or cybersecurity roles, depending on their interests and experience.