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 *

Help us enhance network performance by providing expert Tier 2-4 administration support, ensuring seamless operation of NIPR and SIPR Base Area Network infrastructure while collaborating with Air Nati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing advanced network administration support, enhancing operational efficiency for critical Base Area Network infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure robust network p...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $110K *

Grow your career with an innovative team designing and supporting secure, reliable networks, optimizing performance, and troubleshooting complex issues in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $120K *

Explore innovative solutions by analyzing user requirements and leading design efforts. Provide technical guidance, ensure system integration, and develop key documentation, all while upholding the in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$71K - $120K *

Elevate your career by guiding system development and integration, analyzing requirements, and ensuring technical integrity across projects. Collaborate with stakeholders and lead design activities to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $225K *

Optimize system requirements and design through technical leadership, ensuring the integration of user needs and technology. Guide projects from conception to implementation while fostering communicat...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Optimize network operations by ensuring 24/7 availability and reliability of mission-critical systems. Leverage technical expertise to support maintenance, troubleshooting, and enhancements of a naval...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $148K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and supporting complex networks across diverse environments. Leverage your expertise in network administration and cybersecurity to enhance mission-critical I...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$187K - $229K *

Explore an impactful role in cybersecurity as you assess DOD systems and enhance operational security with cutting-edge engineering principles and a Zero Trust mindset. Collaborate with diverse teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $85K *

Innovate network solutions by providing expert support for LAN/WAN infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations and troubleshooting for the Department of Defense's medical network services...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $85K *

Champion network infrastructure support by troubleshooting and resolving LAN/WAN issues, ensuring optimal performance for the Department of Defense's medical network. Collaborate with teams to impleme...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Engineer robust IT infrastructures by ensuring network reliability, security, and performance. Join us to provide critical onsite support, delivering advanced solutions in system administration across...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing mainframe network systems. Leverage your expertise in planning, installing, and maintaining software while ensuring system performance and reliability. Colla...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $120K *

Join a team that's tackling complex network challenges in a large-scale DOD enterprise environment. You'll lead troubleshooting efforts, enhance network security, and collaborate across teams to ensur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $120K *

Engineer innovative network solutions and troubleshoot complex issues in a large-scale DOD enterprise environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance network performance, security, and reliability whil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $190K *

Transform the future of secure communications by leading system security architecture design and certification for U.S. Government programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop innovative soluti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $190K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security architecture for U.S. Government communications programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to design, develop, and certify high assurance systems while ensuring com...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $190K *

Drive the future of secure communications by leading system security design and certification efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop innovative solutions for U.S. Government High Assurance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$142K - $213K *

Partner with us to drive innovative systems engineering solutions, ensuring effective integration and validation across all project phases. Leverage your expertise to transform customer requirements i...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $191K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of data center networking by driving the design, deployment, and operation of large-scale networks, enhancing GPU cluster connectivity, and collaborating across te...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$243K - $295K *

Elevate your career by driving the design and operation of large-scale data center networks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cutting-edge technologies and enhance network efficien...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Explore innovative networking solutions by leveraging your extensive IT expertise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud and virtualization strategies while driving the adoption of...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the development and management of security protocols in secure environments, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation through advanced evaluations and continuous exposure management. Collaborate w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $150K *

Elevate your career by designing and maintaining robust network infrastructures. This role involves optimizing performance, ensuring security, and supporting growth while collaborating with cross-func...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $150K *

Optimize network performance by designing, implementing, and maintaining robust infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure security, availability, and scalability while troubleshooting complex i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.