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Executive Network Engineer Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Network Architect

Memphis, TN ยท On-site

$100 - $130/hr

Define standards, lead complex migrations, and mentor engineering teams in delivering secure, high ... with executives, vendors, and technical teams Ability to manage ambiguity and large-scale ...

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Data Engineer

Brentwood, TN ยท On-site

$70 - $80/hr

LaSalle Network is partnering with our client to hire a Data Engineer in Brentwood, TN. This ... Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and ...

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With a deep understanding of engineering/technical, medical, professional and executive disciplines ... Feel free to share this opportunity within your network. Equal Opportunity Employer M Force ...

Your primary objective will be to plan and execute complex server, network, and security projects ... Atlanta Georgia IT Recruiters, Austin TX IT Recruiters, Baltimore Executive Staffing, Boston IT ...

Account Executive

Nashville, TN ยท On-site

$75K/yr

Build and maintain a healthy sales pipeline through proactive outreach and networking. * Generate ... Partner with technicians, engineering teams, utilities, field service organizations, and ...

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How much do executive network engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive network engineer in Tennessee is $99,647.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,200.00 and $126,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive Network Engineer vs Network Engineer?

AspectExecutive Network EngineerNetwork Engineer
CertificationsCCNP, CCIE, CISSPCCNA, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentSenior-level, strategic planning, leadership rolesOperational, technical tasks, network setup and maintenance
Employer & Industry UsageCorporate, enterprise, government sectorsIT firms, service providers, corporate networks

Executive Network Engineers focus on strategic network planning, leadership, and high-level decision-making, often requiring advanced certifications. Network Engineers handle day-to-day network operations, configuration, and troubleshooting. While both roles require technical skills, Executive Network Engineers operate at a higher strategic level within organizations.

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Infographic showing various Executive Network Engineer job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,647 per year, or $47.9 per hour.

Network Architect

Baptist

Memphis, TN โ€ข On-site

$100 - $130/hr

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Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

The Network Architect will lead the design of mission-critical network infrastructure, ensure architectural alignment across systems, and guide strategic technology initiatives. Define standards, lead complex migrations, and mentor engineering teams in delivering secure, high-performance environments.

Responsibilities

Lead the design of enterprise data network which will include but not limited to LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, Data Centers and hybrid cloud network architectures

Serve as the subject matter expert on network scalability, fault tolerance, and security

Define enterprise network standards and governance models

Collaborate with cybersecurity and cloud teams on zero trust and segmentation frameworks

Oversee infrastructure upgrades and network redesigns

Mentor junior and senior engineers on design best practices

Requirements

Advanced expertise in:

  • Routing and switching protocols like but not limited to BGP, OSPF and EIGRP, firewalls, and load balancers.
  • Network segmentation (ISE) and automated network administration (CCC).
  • Wireless networking

Experience architecting cloud-integrated networks (AWS Direct Connect, Azure ExpressRoute)

Familiarity with regulatory and compliance-driven networking standards

Strong leadership and technical strategy skills

Excellent communication with executives, vendors, and technical teams

Ability to manage ambiguity and large-scale infrastructure complexity

Education

Bachelorโ€™s degree is required

Masterโ€™s degree is preferred

Certifications

Cloud certifications strongly preferred

Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of experience in enterprise networking, with 5+ in architecture or solution design

Proven success in large-scale infrastructure rollouts or transformations

Experience leading multi-million-dollar infrastructure programs

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