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NETWORK ENGINEER

Opa Locka, FL · On-site

$60K - $78K/yr

NETWORK ENGINEER JOB SUMMARY The Network Engineer is responsible for designing, deploying, managing ... Coordination with traffic control, utility shutdown windows, lane closures, and night work may be ...

Senior network engineer who is part of a shift supporting team to install and monitor varies Cisco telecommunication devices and provide engineering and data center management support: • ...

Senior network engineer who is part of a shift supporting team to install and monitor varies Cisco telecommunication devices and provide engineering and data center management support: Demonstrates ...

Network Engineer

Woodbridge, NJ · Hybrid

$58 - $63/hr

While initially aligned to Voice tooling , assignments may shift across products and platforms as needed. Responsibilities * Consult on and contribute to moderately complex Network Engineering ...

Network Engineer

Rome, NY · On-site

$75K - $110K/yr

Network Engineer - Professional Services Department: Services Reports To: Senior Project Manager ... Works off-shift, nights, holidays and weekends as needed to support problem resolution or ...

Network Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Corporate Job Status: Full-Time Work Shift: 8:30 AM - 5:30 The Opportunity BlackHawk Data is seeking a motivated, forward-thinking Network Engineer to support and deliver mission-critical technology ...

Network Engineer

Lebanon, OR · On-site

$72K - $90K/yr

What You'll Do As a Network Engineer, you'll support the design, implementation, and maintenance of ... day shift. Additional hours and occasional travel may be required to support operational and ...

Network Engineer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$65K - $100K/yr

Corporate Job Status: Full-Time Work Shift: 8:30 AM - 5:30 The Opportunity BlackHawk Data is seeking a motivated, forward-thinking Network Engineer to support and deliver mission-critical technology ...

Network Engineer Immediate need for a talented Network Engineer with experience in the Telecom ... All candidates must be able to work any shift, holidays, weekends and on-call rotations in a ...

The Network Engineer position is accountable for support and expansion of our dynamic multi-tenant ... Serve as the evening shift's lead escalation point for network-related issues, including firewall ...

Network Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

$86K - $138K/yr

Network Engineer Peraton is seeking a Network Engineer. The Network Engineer will design and plans ... Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a ...

Network Engineer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$80K - $128K/yr

The Network Engineer supports the planning, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise network ... Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a ...

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How much do night shift network engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for night shift network engineer in the United States is $109,040.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,000.00 and $133,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Night Shift Network Engineer do?

A Night Shift Network Engineer is responsible for monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting an organization’s network infrastructure during nighttime hours. They ensure that all systems remain operational, address any issues or outages that arise, and often perform scheduled maintenance when user activity is low. This role may also involve responding to security incidents, updating firmware, and collaborating with daytime teams to ensure seamless network performance. Working the night shift helps minimize disruption to daytime business operations.

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

To thrive as a Night Shift Network Engineer, you need a solid understanding of networking protocols, troubleshooting, and network security, often backed by a degree in computer science or a related field and relevant certifications like CCNA or CompTIA Network+. Familiarity with network monitoring tools (such as SolarWinds or Nagios), firewalls, and ticketing systems is typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently under pressure are critical soft skills. These competencies ensure network reliability, efficient issue resolution, and minimal downtime during off-hours when support resources may be limited.

What Does a Night Shift Network Engineer Do?

As a night shift network engineer, you perform your duties on the evening shift and monitor the performance of a company’s network to ensure availability of IT resources. In this role, you plan, implement, and support the network infrastructure, maintain documentation, and identify opportunities to improve stability and reliability. You handle upgrades to network firmware and complete routine maintenance on switches, routers, and related equipment. Your responsibilities also include troubleshooting network resources, analyzing performance, and implementing security solutions to guard against intrusion. Additionally, you routinely collaborate with technical team members in system administration and IT support and report on issues and projects to senior management.

What is the difference between Night Shift Network Engineer vs Network Administrator?

AspectNight Shift Network EngineerNetwork Administrator
CertificationsCCNA, CompTIA Network+CCNA, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentNight shifts, on-call support, troubleshooting network issuesDay shifts, routine network management and maintenance
Employer & IndustryIT firms, data centers, telecom companiesCorporate offices, educational institutions, government agencies
Primary FocusMonitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining network infrastructure during night hoursManaging and configuring network systems, ensuring network security

The main difference between a Night Shift Network Engineer and a Network Administrator lies in their work hours and focus. Night Shift Network Engineers primarily work during night hours, handling troubleshooting and network support, while Network Administrators typically work during regular hours managing network systems. Both roles require similar certifications and are essential in maintaining network operations, but their schedules and specific responsibilities differ.

What are some common challenges faced by Night Shift Network Engineers, and how can they be managed effectively?

Night Shift Network Engineers often face the challenge of working independently with limited immediate support, as most stakeholders and team members may not be available during late hours. They must be prepared to troubleshoot and resolve urgent network issues swiftly, sometimes under tight time constraints, to minimize downtime. To manage these challenges, it's important to develop strong documentation skills, maintain clear handover notes for day teams, and utilize monitoring tools to proactively identify and address potential problems. Building a routine and prioritizing self-care can also help maintain focus and well-being during overnight shifts.
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Infographic showing various Night Shift Network Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $109,040 per year, or $52.4 per hour.
26-13068 Network Technician, Night Shift D

26-13068 Network Technician, Night Shift D

Samsung SDS America

Taylor, TX • On-site

$23.75 - $30.50/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Company Overview

Samsung SDS is the digital arm of the Samsung group and a global provider of cloud and digital transformation innovations. Samsung SDS delivers enterprise-grade solutions and services in cloud, secure mobility, analytics / AI, digital marketing and digital workspace. We enable our customers in government, financial services, healthcare, and other industries to drive business in a hyper-connected economy helping them to increase productivity, safeguard assets, and make smarter decisions.

Position Summary

Samsung SDSA is looking for an energetic Network Technician for our compressed night shift to support our Network Team at our manufacturing campus in Taylor, TX. This technician will work closely with the Network Team to actively perform network monitoring, provide 1st level troubleshooting to network issues, escalations to network team, communicate with internal teams about alerts/issues, participate in network issues resolution as needed, perform network audits, and occasional support the network team for projects execution during night change windows. We are looking for someone who can follow SOPs, has the right work attitude, willing to help others, sense of responsibility, passion for networks, and desire to learn. Technician will adhere to all Samsung policies, follow procedures, and be flexible with schedule per job demands. This role will be working fully onsite – 7:00pm-7:00am Thursday, Friday, Saturday and every other Wednesday and occasional day shift support per business needs. Technician must live within an hour from north Taylor, TX.

Responsibilities

  • Proactive network monitoring and first level of support to network incidents for night shift.
  • Proactively work with Network Engineers and Cable Technicians on network incident prevention and service restoration.
  • Support the Network Team with lab setups, device OS upgrades, new device configuration, network audits, and other small projects as needed.
  • Network equipment configuration, and replacement of faulty network equipment under Network Team’s guidance.
  • Participate as a buddy check for network engineers during night change windows.
  • Create vendor support cases, and follow up to process RMAs.
  • Provide occasional extended hours support during high projects season, and during site maintenance day.
  • Respond to incidents within SLA.
  • Follow SOPs, create reports as requested, update management systems, and effectively communicate with team members and management.
  • Creation of daily pass down report.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Highschool Diploma or Equivalent
  • 2+ of Network Help Desk or Network Technician experience
  • Cisco Certified Technician (CCT) or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or Comp TIA A+ certification
  • Experience with VLANs, Subnetting, IP Addresses, Ethernet Cables, Fiber Optic Cables, SSH, Telnet, Traceroute, Optical Transceivers, Hubs, Switches.
  • Must live within 1 hour of Taylor, Texas
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio.
  • Ability to work well within a team and mentoring other network technicians.
  • Strong sense of responsibility.
  • Able to occasionally lift equipment up to 40lb.
  • Able to occasionally wear a complete cleanroom smock inside an electronic semiconductor facility.
  • Must be eligible to work in the US for any employer without restrictions and be based in the continental US for this remote position

Preferred Qualifications

  • CCNA Certification or 3 years experience in a network technician role
  • Associates Degree or higher
  • Experience with switch configuration, IP subnetting, and network troubleshooting

Benefits

Benefits

Samsung SDSA offers a comprehensive suite of programs to support our employees:

  • Top-notch medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
  • Wellness program
  • Parental leave
  • 401K match and savings plan
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time off
  • Additional benefits

Samsung SDS America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, marital status, genetic information, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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