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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$165K - $175K *

Lead the charge in advanced network engineering and security support for critical infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and compliance in complex enterprise environments. Collaborate with stake...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing spectrum compatibility for military systems. This role involves analyzing RF performance, reviewing commercial networks, and developing engineering solutions...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $130K *

Pioneer the optimization and maintenance of enterprise network infrastructure, enhancing security and cloud connectivity. Collaborate with peers while gaining expertise in firewalls, switching, and ne...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$142K - $213K *

Pioneer innovative solutions in Model-Based Systems Engineering to drive advanced aerospace and defense projects. Lead architecture development, enhance collaboration, and tackle complex challenges in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $213K *

Unlock the potential of advanced aerospace solutions by leading Model-Based Systems Engineering efforts. Drive innovation in system architecture and collaborate across teams to deliver next-generation...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing network performance and reliability. As a mid-level Network Engineer, you'll support monitoring infrastructure, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with team...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $155K *

Drive innovative solutions by collaborating with account teams to identify, design, and implement technical strategies that enhance customer success and strengthen relationships across the Southeast r...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $155K *

Drive technical excellence by architecting solutions and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities and deliver impactful training, ensuring...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Redefine cybersecurity leadership by directing strategy and risk management for a complex multi-level network. Ensure operational capability while maintaining stringent security across diverse environ...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$174K - $252K *

Transform the security landscape by leading strategies that identify and mitigate risks, architecting advanced systems for continuous monitoring, and enhancing global access management frameworks to s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $181K *

Join a team that's dedicated to securing enterprise Linux infrastructure. You'll design, implement, and maintain robust Linux solutions while ensuring compliance with security standards and collaborat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$103K - $181K *

Drive the security and maintenance of enterprise Linux infrastructure, ensuring compliance and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust solutions while mentoring junior...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $200K *

Empower our network engineering team to deliver cutting-edge L2/L3 infrastructure in data centers. Lead design and build strategies while managing a skilled team, ensuring robust, secure, and efficien...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $200K *

Lead the network engineering team to deliver robust Layer 2/3 infrastructure, ensuring seamless campus connectivity and security across multiple data centers while driving standards and collaboration...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $131K *

Advance your career by developing innovative RF Electronic Warfare solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally in a dynamic setting, creating and testing algorithms and models that bolster defense capab...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $225K *

Lead the charge in security engineering by guiding a team to build robust platforms, set technical direction, and enhance cloud security architecture while collaborating closely with operations to ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $225K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Security Engineering team. Drive technical direction, own security architecture, and collaborate closely with operations to build robust security platforms and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform identity and access management by executing daily operations, supporting AI tooling, and managing SaaS vendor administration. This role offers hands-on experience and a clear growth path tow...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$325K - $360K *

Lead the IT integration for acquisitions, ensuring seamless transitions and security compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess risks, define integration plans, and automate process...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$325K - $360K *

Transform the IT integration landscape by leading M&A efforts, ensuring seamless transitions of acquired companies into our systems while collaborating across teams to enhance security and efficiency...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$325K - $360K *

Engage in hands-on IT integration for acquisitions, leading due diligence and technical planning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless onboarding of systems and security complian...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$325K - $360K *

Drive the integration of IT systems during acquisitions, ensuring seamless transitions and security compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess risks, define integration plans, and a...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$325K - $360K *

Lead the charge in IT integration for acquisitions, ensuring seamless transitions and security compliance. Collaborate across teams to assess risks, define integration plans, and automate processes, w...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $181K *

Drive critical IT infrastructure management for a vital customer program. Configure, troubleshoot, and secure servers, storage, and networks while ensuring system performance and reliability in a fast...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $155K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of advanced defense technologies, where you'll support systems engineering and integration efforts while optimizing mission-critical systems in a dynamic, large-sca...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.