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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$98K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team as you shape the future of systems engineering, performing critical analyses and ensuring effective solutions across all system levels while collaborating with experienced engineer...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$84K - $124K *

Drive innovation in critical infrastructure networking and cybersecurity, supporting customers with training and technology. Collaborate on solution development, project use cases, and technical propo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing IT systems and security protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards while providing exceptional support to staff in a dynamic, multi-office environment...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $158K *

Engage in the design and implementation of cutting-edge technology systems for critical projects, focusing on ICT and low voltage infrastructure. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver innovative...

3 weeks ago

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

$170K - $190K *

Drive innovation in enterprise network infrastructure by designing, implementing, and maintaining critical routing and switching systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $175K *

Champion the design and implementation of a cutting-edge inter-wafer network, connecting high-capacity wafers to create a powerful super-system that drives innovation in the AI industry...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the AI landscape by architecting a high-capacity inter-wafer network. Lead the design and implementation of a super-system that enhances bandwidth and connectivity, driving innovation in AI...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading the design of a cutting-edge inter-wafer network. Drive innovation in AI capabilities through high-bandwidth connections, enhancing system performance and efficiency across...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion secure software delivery by architecting and maintaining robust DevSecOps practices across multiple projects, ensuring compliance with stringent security requirements in a fast-paced, classif...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower security excellence by building and maturing our security operations. Lead incident response, vulnerability management, and engineering initiatives while fostering a strong security culture ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $224K *

Lead the design and modernization of mission-critical SATCOM systems, ensuring seamless integration and lifecycle support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and ope...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Shape system engineering initiatives by managing requirements, leading technical documentation, and enhancing system architecture through agile methodologies, ensuring successful compliance with defen...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of military satellite communications by developing, managing, and verifying system requirements to ensure top-notch support for national defense initiatives and i...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $158K *

Champion the administration and security of containerized IT infrastructures. Leverage expertise in systems analysis and container technology to ensure optimal performance, availability, and integrity...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $128K *

Unlock potential by supporting telecom asset management to enhance infrastructure reliability and modernization. Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to maintain accurate asset records an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Drive your career forward as you lead complex systems engineering projects, ensuring effective operational maintenance and sustainment of critical radar systems supporting US Space Force missions...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that delivers innovative solutions to critical missile surveillance systems. As a Principal Systems Engineer, you will drive technical excellence and operational readiness for ground-based...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $135K *

Empower cybersecurity initiatives by assessing systems, evaluating responses, and exploiting vulnerabilities to enhance operational intelligence and security compliance in a dynamic networking environ...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cyber operations through DevOps practices, collaborating with engineers and operators to develop, secure, and sustain mission-critical applications in a fast-paced envir...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development and implementation of security solutions for complex systems, ensuring compliance with national defense standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system securi...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $290K *

Serve as a Systems Engineer focusing on Information Systems Security, ensuring mission-critical systems are secure and reliable. Collaborate with teams throughout the system lifecycle to influence des...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion national security by safeguarding critical systems as an Information Systems Security Engineer. Collaborate with experts to design security solutions, conduct risk assessments, and ensure com...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Drive comprehensive information security initiatives while ensuring compliance, architecture integrity, and risk management. Collaborate with cross-agency teams to enhance network security and conduct...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the future of cybersecurity by leading security architecture and vulnerability management for multi-tenant systems. Collaborate with partners to ensure compliance with DoD standards and implemen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$214K - $298K *

Contribute to the design and execution of cutting-edge electrical systems in mission-critical facilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize infrastructure, ensuring safety, reliabili...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.