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Network Data Systems

NOC Engineer

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

$45K - $65K/yr

NOC engineers perform a highly diverse range of duties within our NOC serving our customers in a timely, cooperative, and professional manner. They interact frequently with vendor technical support ...

Boldyn Networks

NOC Engineer III

Las Vegas, NV · On-site

$130K - $152.62K/yr

NOC Engineer III Las Vegas, NV About the role As the Lead NOC Engineer, you will serve as the technical and operational lead for the Network Operations Center (NOC) team. You will assist the NOC ...

Vero Networks

NOC Engineer - Tier III

Tulsa, OK · Remote

$85K - $95K/yr

NOC Engineer - Tier III Department: Networks Operations POSITION SUMMARY The NOC Engineer - Tier III is a senior technical role within the Vero Network Operations Center (NOC), responsible for ...

Development Group, Inc.

NOC Engineer - Remote

$40K - $120K/yr

The NOC Engineer will analyze problems, perform troubleshooting and incident response, communicate with clients, and drive all problems to resolution. In this role, you will work as part of the Cloud ...

Axon

NOC Engineer, Axon 911

New York, NY

Your Impact The Senior NOC Engineer reports to the NOC Manager and needs to have understanding of technical knowledge as well as a strategic mindset to enhance overall operational efficiency and ...

Axon

NOC Engineer, Axon 911

New York, NY · On-site

Your Impact The Senior NOC Engineer reports to the NOC Manager and needs to have understanding of technical knowledge as well as a strategic mindset to enhance overall operational efficiency and ...

Berkshire Hathaway Energy

NOC Engineer

Urbandale, IA · On-site

$102K - $127.50K/yr

The NOC Engineeris a senior operational engineering role responsible for improving the availability, stability, and reliability of enterprise IT and OT systems across a multi-affiliate, regulated ...

Vero Networks

NOC Engineer - Tier III

Tulsa, OK · On-site +1

$85K - $95K/yr

NOC Engineer - Tier III Department: Networks Operations POSITION SUMMARY The NOC Engineer - Tier III is a senior technical role within the Vero Network Operations Center (NOC), responsible for ...

Proofpoint

NOC Engineer

Draper, UT

NOC Engineers troubleshoot and resolve routine and complex network, hardware, and OS issues in a timely and efficient manner while maintaining a 99.99% uptime rate for all systems.Given the global ...

Emerging Threats Pro

NOC Engineer

Draper, UT

NOC Engineers troubleshoot and resolve routine and complex network, hardware, and OS issues in a timely and efficient manner while maintaining a 99.99% uptime rate for all systems.Given the global ...

Proofpoint, Inc.

NOC Engineer

Draper, UT · On-site

NOC Engineers troubleshoot and resolve routine and complex network, hardware, and OS issues in a timely and efficient manner while maintaining a 99.99% uptime rate for all systems. Given the global ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for noc engineer in the United States is $39.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $49.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a NOC Engineer Do?

A NOC engineer, or network operations center engineer, is responsible for resolving issues with servers and networks through constant troubleshooting and support of those networks. As a NOC engineer, you ensure that connectivity remains constant for clients by working in the network management center, resolving any issue that may arise quickly and efficiently. You monitor and control any problems that arise and keep a database of past issues to help with quicker resolutions and software development over time. You solve problems for customers and your company servers using your in-depth knowledge of information technology, including an understanding of malware and security issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a NOC Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a NOC Engineer, you need a solid understanding of network protocols, troubleshooting, and systems administration, often supported by a degree in IT or a related field. Familiarity with network monitoring tools (like SolarWinds or Nagios), ticketing systems, and certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or Cisco CCNA are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help NOC Engineers excel in diagnosing and resolving network issues. These skills are crucial for maintaining network uptime, ensuring rapid incident response, and supporting critical IT infrastructure.

What are some common challenges faced by NOC Engineers, and how can they prepare to address them?

NOC Engineers often encounter challenges such as managing high-pressure incidents, quickly identifying and resolving network issues, and effectively communicating with cross-functional teams during outages. Maintaining composure and applying strong troubleshooting skills are essential, especially when addressing critical network disruptions. It's helpful for candidates to familiarize themselves with monitoring tools, escalation procedures, and to develop clear communication habits, as collaboration with engineers, IT support, and management is frequent. Continuous learning and staying updated on network technologies will also help in proactively addressing potential issues.

What are NOC Engineers?

NOC Engineers, or Network Operations Center Engineers, are professionals responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting an organization's network systems and infrastructure. They work in a centralized location known as a Network Operations Center (NOC) where they oversee network performance, detect issues, and respond to incidents to ensure minimal downtime and optimal connectivity. Their duties may include system administration, network security management, and collaborating with other IT teams to resolve complex technical problems.

What is the difference between Noc Engineer vs Network Technician?

AspectNoc EngineerNetwork Technician
CertificationsCCNA, CompTIA Network+CCNA, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentNetwork operations centers, monitoring networksField sites, client locations, or data centers
ResponsibilitiesMonitoring, troubleshooting, maintaining network systemsInstalling, configuring, repairing network hardware
Industry UsageTelecom, ISPs, large enterprisesIT service providers, corporate networks

Both roles require similar certifications and work in network environments, but Noc Engineers focus more on monitoring and managing networks in a centralized setting, while Network Technicians handle hands-on hardware installation and repairs. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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NOC Engineer

NOC Engineer

Network Data Systems

Schaumburg, IL • On-site

$45K - $65K/yr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

NOC engineers perform a highly diverse range of duties within our NOC serving our customers in a timely, cooperative, and professional manner. They interact frequently with vendor technical support, Telco service companies, and end-customer technical teams which requires clear and concise communications. NOC engineers work in partnership with our internal engineering team to transition new sites and devices into our NOC support center and will maintain a good overall understanding of the client systems and networks.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Incident Management: Receive incidents (via ticket system, direct investigation, phone calls, or emails) and conduct initial triage, engage OEM vendor support as needed. Drive resolution of all tickets.
  • Reporting: Assist in compiling recommendations on devices, including report of prioritized EOL/EOS devices, systems, and upgrade planning.
  • Change Management: Adhere to established change control procedures, provide recommendations on updates enhancements to this procedure as needed.
  • Capacity Management: Assist in compiling performance information including analysis of network, hardware, software utilization.
  • Acknowledge and adhere to NDS information security program policies and practices as well as accountable for all information security responsibilities specific to this role as defined in the program.

EDUCATIONAL OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
  • Associate degree in information technology, computing or other relevant area of study or equivalent work experience
  • Cisco Certifications: CCNA, CCVP or CCNP/DP are desired

PREVIOUS GENERAL WORK EXPERIENCE
  • 2+ years previous technical support experience.
  • Previous experience interfacing with external clients.
  • Previous experience in incident ticket management system.

BUSINESS SKILLS REQUIRED
  • Work well in a busy team, being quick to learn and able to deal with a wide range of issues .
  • Strong analytical skills and able to collate and interpret data from various sources to assist in making business decisions.
  • Ability to assess and prioritize faults and respond or escalate accordingly.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize work appropriately.
  • Good self-awareness - understanding skill/knowledge and when to escalate.
  • Actively seeks out tasks that help develop skills and knowledge.
  • Ability to work on own initiative.
  • Actively seeks ways of improving existing systems and processes.
  • 'Can do' attitude. Flexible and adaptable approach to problem solving.
  • Professional, cooperative, consultative, and diplomatic approach with direct team and other functional teams - effective working relationships with other teams to work through resolutions.
  • Clear, concise communication with internal teams and client.
  • Diligence and attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable approach to problem solving.
  • Intermediate skills with Microsoft suite

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE REQUIRED
  • Cisco Certifications: CCNA, CCVP or CCNP/DP are desired.
  • Hands-on experience with networking devices and/or applications is required.
  • 2+ years of network diagnostic experience
  • Knowledge of the OSI model, wireless, switching and internet routing technologies
  • Working knowledge of network monitoring tools and protocols
  • Working knowledge of analyzing system and network performance using monitoring and graphical data
  • Specific Hardware/Software Knowledge: Cisco LAN/WLAN as defined in the final SOW.

The estimated base salary range for this job is $45,000-$65,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that NDS reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.
We expect all employees to continue developing their careers through performance and study. In return, we strive to provide a strong, long-term career path that provides both financial and professional rewards.
If this doesn't sound like the right opportunity for you, but you know someone who is qualified to join this team, please forward this information to them today!
KEYWORDS
Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC), Cisco Catalyst Switches (385x, 9200, 9300, 9400), Cisco ISE, Cisco Prime Infrastructure (PI), Cisco DNA Center (DNAC), Cisco Next Generation Firewall (FPR), IPv4, IPv6, BGP, STP, Campus Network Design
ABOUT NETWORK DATA SYSTEMS
Network Data Systems (NDS), founded in 1997, is a proven leader as an IT Professional Services and Managed Services provider. We are a privately-owned company with 85%+ of our revenue from IT managed and professional services (not hardware) which means our people are the core of our business and success. The company, and our success, has been built on integrity and values to deliver high satisfaction to our employees and customers.
Services we provide include assessment, transformation, staff augmentation and managed services to enterprise and mid-market companies in the US and most-of-world markets. Network Data Systems also supports our customers with re-sale services of major IT manufacturers like Cisco, Juniper and Aruba/HPE and other providers. Many of our clients are Fortune 500 companies with complex systems, multi-national workforces, and challenging integration issues. They depend on us as a partner to have the technical know-how to pull it all together, design a smart and solid solution, and execute according to plan.
Our Remote Managed Services provides proactive monitoring and management services, 24x7x365. Our Network Operations Center (NOC) is 100% US based supporting customers premise based, cloud and hybrid IT technologies to include but not limited to: Local Area Network (LAN), Wireless, Wide Area Network (WAN), Software Defined Network (SDWAN), Unified Communications & Collaborations (UC) and Data Center Services. Our customers span multiple verticals to include Healthcare, Financial Services, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Service Providers, and State and Federal Governments.
Network Data Systems holds major industry certifications with Cisco as Gold and Master Managed Services Partner, Aruba Gold Certified Partner, Juniper Elite Certified Partner, Microsoft Gold Partner, and other manufacturer certifications. Network Data Systems is ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 Certificated for security and privacy.
NOC engineers perform a highly diverse range of duties within our NOC serving our customers in a timely, cooperative, and professional manner. They interact frequently with vendor technical support, Telco service companies, and end-customer technical teams which requires clear and concise communications. NOC engineers work in partnership with our internal engineering team to transition new sites and devices into our NOC support center and will maintain a good overall understanding of the client systems and networks.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Incident Management: Receive incidents (via ticket system, direct investigation, phone calls, or emails) and conduct initial triage, engage OEM vendor support as needed. Drive resolution of all tickets.
  • Reporting: Assist in compiling recommendations on devices, including report of prioritized EOL/EOS devices, systems, and upgrade planning.
  • Change Management: Adhere to established change control procedures, provide recommendations on updates enhancements to this procedure as needed.
  • Capacity Management: Assist in compiling performance information including analysis of network, hardware, software utilization.
  • Acknowledge and adhere to NDS information security program policies and practices as well as accountable for all information security responsibilities specific to this role as defined in the program.

EDUCATIONAL OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
  • Associate degree in information technology, computing or other relevant area of study or equivalent work experience
  • Cisco Certifications: CCNA, CCVP or CCNP/DP are desired

PREVIOUS GENERAL WORK EXPERIENCE
  • 2+ years previous technical support experience.
  • Previous experience interfacing with external clients.
  • Previous experience in incident ticket management system.

BUSINESS SKILLS REQUIRED
  • Work well in a busy team, being quick to learn and able to deal with a wide range of issues .
  • Strong analytical skills and able to collate and interpret data from various sources to assist in making business decisions.
  • Ability to assess and prioritize faults and respond or escalate accordingly.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize work appropriately.
  • Good self-awareness - understanding skill/knowledge and when to escalate.
  • Actively seeks out tasks that help develop skills and knowledge.
  • Ability to work on own initiative.
  • Actively seeks ways of improving existing systems and processes.
  • 'Can do' attitude. Flexible and adaptable approach to problem solving.
  • Professional, cooperative, consultative, and diplomatic approach with direct team and other functional teams - effective working relationships with other teams to work through resolutions.
  • Clear, concise communication with internal teams and client.
  • Diligence and attention to detail
  • Flexible and adaptable approach to problem solving.
  • Intermediate skills with Microsoft suite

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE REQUIRED
  • Cisco Certifications: CCNA, CCVP or CCNP/DP are desired.
  • Hands-on experience with networking devices and/or applications is required.
  • 2+ years of network diagnostic experience
  • Knowledge of the OSI model, wireless, switching and internet routing technologies
  • Working knowledge of network monitoring tools and protocols
  • Working knowledge of analyzing system and network performance using monitoring and graphical data
  • Specific Hardware/Software Knowledge: Cisco LAN/WLAN as defined in the final SOW.

The estimated base salary range for this job is $45,000-$65,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that NDS reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.
We expect all employees to continue developing their careers through performance and study. In return, we strive to provide a strong, long-term career path that provides both financial and professional rewards.
If this doesn't sound like the right opportunity for you, but you know someone who is qualified to join this team, please forward this information to them today!
KEYWORDS
Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers (WLC), Cisco Catalyst Switches (385x, 9200, 9300, 9400), Cisco ISE, Cisco Prime Infrastructure (PI), Cisco DNA Center (DNAC), Cisco Next Generation Firewall (FPR), IPv4, IPv6, BGP, STP, Campus Network Design
ABOUT NETWORK DATA SYSTEMS
Network Data Systems (NDS), founded in 1997, is a proven leader as an IT Professional Services and Managed Services provider. We are a privately-owned company with 85%+ of our revenue from IT managed and professional services (not hardware) which means our people are the core of our business and success. The company, and our success, has been built on integrity and values to deliver high satisfaction to our employees and customers.
Services we provide include assessment, transformation, staff augmentation and managed services to enterprise and mid-market companies in the US and most-of-world markets. Network Data Systems also supports our customers with re-sale services of major IT manufacturers like Cisco, Juniper and Aruba/HPE and other providers. Many of our clients are Fortune 500 companies with complex systems, multi-national workforces, and challenging integration issues. They depend on us as a partner to have the technical know-how to pull it all together, design a smart and solid solution, and execute according to plan.
Our Remote Managed Services provides proactive monitoring and management services, 24x7x365. Our Network Operations Center (NOC) is 100% US based supporting customers premise based, cloud and hybrid IT technologies to include but not limited to: Local Area Network (LAN), Wireless, Wide Area Network (WAN), Software Defined Network (SDWAN), Unified Communications & Collaborations (UC) and Data Center Services. Our customers span multiple verticals to include Healthcare, Financial Services, Retail, Manufacturing, Education, Service Providers, and State and Federal Governments.
Network Data Systems holds major industry certifications with Cisco as Gold and Master Managed Services Partner, Aruba Gold Certified Partner, Juniper Elite Certified Partner, Microsoft Gold Partner, and other manufacturer certifications. Network Data Systems is ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 Certificated for security and privacy.

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