What does a Network Engineer do?
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What the job involves
- Design and implement network infrastructure for enterprise environments.
- Configure and maintain routers, switches, and firewalls.
- Troubleshoot network issues to restore system functionality.
- Monitor network performance to ensure optimal operation.
- Create and update technical documentation for systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on technical projects.
- Ensure network security and compliance with policies.
- Participate in network upgrades and technology refreshes.
Summed up from 30 recent Network Engineer job postings.
Skills employers ask for
- Network Engineering 4 in 10 postings
- Network Security 3 in 10 postings
- Network Infrastructure 3 in 10 postings
- Network Troubleshooting 3 in 10 postings
- Network Architecture 3 in 10 postings
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Certifications and licenses
- CCNA 2 in 10 postings
- Cisco Certified 1 in 10 postings
- CompTIA 1 in 20 postings
- Security Clearance 1 in 25 postings
- DoD 8570 IAT II 1 in 25 postings
- Juniper JNCIE 1 in 30 postings
- Network+ Certification 1 in 35 postings
- Driver's License 1 in 40 postings
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Experience asked for
- 1 to 2 years 1 in 10 postings
- 3 to 4 years 2 in 10 postings
- 5 years or more 7 in 10 postings
Typical ask: 5 years.
Education asked for
- High school diploma or GED 1 in 45 postings
- Associate degree 1 in 90 postings
- Bachelor's degree Almost all postings
- Master's degree 1 in 180 postings
- Doctorate 1 in 180 postings
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Is this role in demand?
2,527 open Network Engineer jobs across the US right now.
Most openings
- Virginia356 open
- California312 open
- Maryland266 open
- Texas205 open
- Colorado111 open
Typical pay $137,100 a year (most between $115k and $165k). See the full salary breakdown