Explore Telecommunications Specialist Jobs

Telecommunications specialists help organizations design, operate, secure, and improve the systems that keep people and businesses connected. Their work can span voice and data networks, wireless communications, fiber infrastructure, unified communications, and cloud-based services. Explore vetted telecommunications specialist opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Telecommunications Specialists Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and level, but may include planning network capacity, configuring and monitoring communications systems, diagnosing service issues, coordinating installations, and maintaining reliable connectivity. Specialists may also assess vendors and technologies, document network standards, support cybersecurity and compliance requirements, and collaborate with IT, engineering, and operations teams.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with network technologies and telecom platforms, along with analytical troubleshooting, project coordination, and clear communication. Depending on the role, useful expertise may include IP networking, routing and switching, wireless systems, fiber optics, VoIP, network monitoring, and cloud communications. Certifications and degrees can be valuable, but requirements differ across employers and specialties.

Telecommunications Career Paths

Telecommunications specialists work in industries such as technology, healthcare, finance, government, manufacturing, and telecommunications services. With experience, professionals may move into senior network engineering, telecom architecture, infrastructure leadership, technical consulting, or IT and communications management. Search current listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, work arrangements, and compensation.

Find Telecommunications Specialist Opportunities on Ladders

Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse telecommunications specialist listings to find roles aligned with your technical strengths and career goals, and review each posting for specific salary, location, and experience details.

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$80K - $95K *

Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of IT programs, ensuring effective management of diverse information disciplines. Lead a team to enhance service delivery and support operational proces...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize your career by bridging networking and cybersecurity to design, secure, and maintain modern enterprise environments. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver resilient, automated solutions i...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $225K *

Advance your career by identifying security risks and implementing solutions for critical systems. Collaborate with experts to develop strategic cyber roadmaps, ensuring secure operations in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $225K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing information security through risk assessments and compliance strategies in DoD cloud environments, ensuring robust protection of organizational data and syste...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$99K - $225K *

Drive security assessments for DoD cloud environments, ensuring compliance with RMF. Implement strategies to manage information risks, enhance security education, and monitor emerging technologies to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$71K - $107K *

Innovate in telecommunications by supporting NextGen 9-1-1 systems, troubleshooting service impairments, and collaborating on system design and implementation in a dynamic environment. Drive excellenc...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$72K - $98K *

Unlock your potential as you support critical government projects by responding to customer inquiries and routing requests efficiently in a dynamic telephony environment. Your contributions will direc...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $98K *

Advance your career as a Telephony Operator, supporting critical government projects. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, responding to customer inquiries and ensuring seamless communication across...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $115K *

Transform telecommunications infrastructure by designing and coordinating complex cabling systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure project requirements are met, delivering high-qual...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by ensuring optimal deployment and maintenance of hosted services. Analyze requirements, evaluate solutions, and implement strategies to enhance our technical infrastructure while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $105K *

Lead the deployment and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security. Analyze requirements, manage projects, and implement solutions to enhance technical operations a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$94K - $198K *

Lead comprehensive network deployment initiatives, ensuring seamless equipment fulfillment and installation across global locations while mentoring junior technicians and maintaining operational excel...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $198K *

Provide expert technical support for global equipment deployment, ensuring seamless installation and configuration of systems. Lead initiatives, mentor junior staff, and coordinate logistics to enhanc...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Optimize network infrastructure for mission-critical aviation systems. Collaborate with experts to ensure reliability, performance, and security of FAA networks, contributing to national airspace safe...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's transforming air traffic management by ensuring the reliability and security of critical network infrastructure. Collaborate with experts to enhance aviation systems and support nat...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $166K *

Contribute to aviation safety by ensuring the reliability and security of critical network infrastructure. Leverage your expertise in IP networks, fiber optics, and SD-WAN solutions to support essenti...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $114K *

Champion the coordination and supervision of outside plant construction projects across multiple locations, ensuring compliance with standards and timely completion while collaborating with various st...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Elevate your career by diagnosing and resolving complex IT issues. Collaborate with Tier I and Tier III teams to enhance customer support and ensure timely solutions. Bring your technical expertise an...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Support critical cyber operations by analyzing events, guiding IT services, and leading network projects to enhance security and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and effective d...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $171K *

Transform space operations by delivering real-time mission updates, analyzing threats, and supporting decision-making in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with a high-performing team to ensure missio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join our team as a Cyber Defense Analyst, where you'll manage network security tools, analyze threats, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cybersecurity posture. Your expertise will be vital...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $176K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success through effective program management. Leverage your expertise to support Navy and Marine Corps initiatives, ensuring projects meet goals and qua...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing IT infrastructure through Windows Server Administration and Azure management. Collaborate on cybersecurity measures and provide vital support to ensure operat...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$143K - $276K *

Shape the future of network architecture by collaborating with engineering teams to define standards and technology roadmaps, ensuring secure and resilient solutions across WAN, LAN, and cloud environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$82K - $91K *

Transform the technical operations of a 911 Center by managing CAD systems, ensuring data integrity, and enhancing user training. Collaborate with IT and vendors to improve emergency response capabili...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a telecommunications specialist do?question toggle

    A telecommunications specialist helps design, maintain, troubleshoot, and improve communications systems such as data networks, wireless services, fiber infrastructure, and voice platforms. Specific duties depend on the employer and role.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for telecommunications specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value relevant experience with networking or telecom systems, troubleshooting ability, and collaboration skills. Some positions may request a degree, industry certifications, or specialized knowledge such as VoIP, wireless, or fiber optics.

  • Where do telecommunications specialists work?question toggle

    They work across many sectors, including telecommunications, technology, healthcare, finance, government, and manufacturing, wherever reliable voice and data connectivity is important.

  • Can telecommunications specialists earn $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some experienced or specialized telecommunications roles offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Compensation depends on factors such as seniority, location, industry, technical expertise, and the scope of the position; check each listing for details.

  • What career paths are available for telecommunications specialists?question toggle

    Professionals may advance into senior network engineering, telecom architecture, infrastructure management, technical consulting, or communications and IT leadership, depending on their experience and interests.