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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$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career as a Network Engineer III, enhancing and securing complex networks. Leverage your expertise in LAN, WAN, and wireless technologies to optimize performance and ensure reliability in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$89K - $109K *

Unlock the potential of cutting-edge server and cloud solutions, ensuring robust infrastructure for diverse county departments. Partner with teams to implement, troubleshoot, and enhance technology sy...

Reposted 3 days ago

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

$80K - $130K *

Shape the future of network infrastructure by partnering with customers to design and implement cutting-edge IP and hybrid architectures that drive efficiency and innovation in the broadcast and telec...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $175K *

Advance mission integration through innovative systems engineering and architecture design, ensuring robust capability delivery for diverse operational needs in a dynamic defense environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Help us design and optimize high-performance network architectures critical for mission operations. Bring your expertise in enterprise networking, routing, and cloud technologies to enhance system per...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $185K *

Manage and optimize enterprise network infrastructure supporting mission-critical operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security, performance, and reliability across multiple...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Innovate mission control services by implementing network solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Elevate astronaut training and engineering analysis for next-gen space missions while...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's building a pipeline of skilled Windows Engineers to support critical national security missions. Contribute to enterprise infrastructure and enjoy career growth opportunities while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Champion cybersecurity excellence by leading on-site operations for control systems, ensuring compliance and resilience. Oversee a team, manage vulnerabilities, and liaise with remote stakeholders to...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $118K *

Join a team that powers FAA electronic system installations and upgrades. Drive project management and engineering tasks while collaborating with stakeholders across the U.S. Ensure compliance and enh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of network security by designing and implementing robust solutions for corporate environments, ensuring operational integrity and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $85K *

Support our network infrastructure by troubleshooting and resolving LAN/WAN issues, ensuring optimal performance and security for the Department of Defense's medical network services. Bring your exper...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Engineer reliable cloud infrastructure while shaping our team culture. Design, build, and scale services on AWS, enhance observability, and improve developer experience on a small, agile team focused...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $163K *

Drive the integration and testing of complex electronic systems, ensuring seamless functionality from design to installation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop test plans and execute...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform high-performance IP networks for live broadcasting, bridging enterprise and ultra-low-latency engineering. Design uncompressed media transport systems and ensure mission-critical delivery in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that ensures the stability and efficiency of enterprise networks, providing advanced Tier 2 support and complex troubleshooting while collaborating on design and optimization initiatives...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion the design and optimization of enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring reliability and security across LAN, WAN, and cloud environments. Lead initiatives to enhance performance while supp...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering for a Missile Defense Agency program, focusing on software architecture and design, team coordination, and innovative technology solutions across multi-disciplin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $190K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of mission-critical applications by building and maintaining robust systems integration solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance performance and ensure compl...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $276K *

Join a team that's redefining systems architecture for large-scale IT and communications solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineers to ensure scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructur...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's driving network modernization for the DoD. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement secure, scalable communication networks, ensuring mission-critical systems...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in designing and modernizing secure, scalable networks for mission-critical operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive strategic network solutions and ensure optima...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Transform industrial networks by designing, implementing, and maintaining high-performance OT infrastructure. Ensure maximum availability and scalability while supporting digital initiatives across in...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $175K *

Join us to architect and optimize enterprise network infrastructures, ensuring security and performance across LAN, WAN, and cloud environments. Lead modernization initiatives and collaborate with cro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping complex technical solutions by developing operational requirements, translating needs into actionable plans, and coordinating across teams to ensure alignment with mission o...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.