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Senior Network Consultant Engineer

Oak Brook, IL · Hybrid

$105K - $143K/yr

Senior Network Consultant Engineer, Oak Brook, IL The Senior Network Consultant Engineer is a full time permanent position. Looking for well-rounded Network Consultants with experience working with ...

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Network Engineer - Senior

Washington, DC · On-site

$115K - $157K/yr

Everforth ECS Federal is seeking a Senior Network Engineer - Secure Communications to support a mission-focused federal IT program in Washington DC . Please Note: This position is contingent upon ...

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Network Engineer Senior

Washington, DC · On-site

$115K - $157K/yr

Everforth ECS Federal is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support a mission-focused federal IT program in Washington DC . Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award. Join ...

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Sr. Network Engineer

Dallas, TX

$102K - $141K/yr

Delivers results in support of achieving the organization's Service Level Agreements. Sr. Network Engineer Job Scope Viewed as technical SME in network analysis, design and engineering. Ensures that ...

Senior Network Engineer

Durham, NC

$100K - $137K/yr

Senior Network Engineer Job Details Establish enterprise data network standards, analyze and resolve complex network related problems, and analyze and test all elements of the network infrastructure.

Senior Network Engineer

College Station, TX

$79K - $109K/yr

The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for daily operational tasks within the global Network and Data Center team, across several technologies such as Cisco and Palo Alto and similar. Daily tasks ...

Senior Network Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$158K - $170K/yr

Everforth ECS is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to work in our Washington, DC office. Please Note: This position is contingent upon contract award. We are seeking cleared Senior Network Engineers ...

Network Engineer - Senior

Washington, DC · On-site

$117K - $160K/yr

ECS Federal is seeking a Senior Network Engineer - Secure Communications to support a mission-focused federal IT program in Washington DC. This role involves providing senior network engineering ...

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$86K - $117K/yr

Position OverviewThe Senior Network Engineer is responsible for daily operational tasks within the global Network and Data Center team, across several technologies such as Cisco and Palo Alto and ...

Senior Network Engineer

College Station, TX · On-site

$79K - $109K/yr

Position Overview The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for daily operational tasks within the global Network and Data Center team, across several technologies such as Cisco and Palo Alto and ...

Senior Network Engineer

College Station, TX

$79K - $109K/yr

Position Overview The Senior Network Engineer is responsible for daily operational tasks within the global Network and Data Center team, across several technologies such as Cisco and Palo Alto and ...

Senior Network Engineer

Suitland, MD · On-site

$112K - $153K/yr

About the Senior Network Engineer position We are looking for a talented network engineer to join our team in Suitland, MD. You will provide senior network engineering support for NOAA's satellite ...

Sr Network Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$124K - $169K/yr

Role: Sr. Network/System Engineer Duration: Long Term Location: Sunnyvale, CA We are currently recruiting for a Sr. Network/System Engineer to further enhance our service delivery. The ideal ...

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How much do senior network jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior network in the United States is $123,786.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $142,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Senior Network Engineers?

Senior Network Engineers are experienced IT professionals responsible for designing, implementing, and managing complex computer networks within organizations. They oversee network infrastructure, ensure high levels of security and performance, and troubleshoot advanced network issues. Senior Network Engineers often lead teams, create network policies, and work closely with other IT departments to support business goals. Their expertise is crucial for maintaining reliable communication and data exchange across an organization.

What is the difference between Senior Network and Network Engineer?

AspectSenior NetworkNetwork Engineer
CertificationsCCNP, CCIE, CompTIA Network+CCNA, CompTIA Network+
Work EnvironmentLarge enterprise networks, data centersCorporate offices, small to medium networks
ResponsibilitiesDesign, advanced troubleshooting, network architectureImplementing, maintaining, basic troubleshooting
Experience Level5+ years, senior-level expertise1-3 years, entry to mid-level

Senior Network professionals typically have more advanced certifications, handle complex network design, and work in larger, more complex environments. Network Engineers focus on implementing and maintaining networks, often with less experience. The roles overlap but differ mainly in scope and seniority.

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

To thrive as a Senior Network Engineer, you need deep expertise in network design, troubleshooting, and security, typically backed by a bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field and certifications such as CCNP or CCIE. Familiarity with network hardware, Cisco and Juniper systems, and network management tools is essential. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication help you collaborate across IT teams and lead network projects. These skills ensure reliable, secure, and scalable network infrastructure critical to organizational operations.

How does a Senior Network Engineer typically collaborate with other IT teams to ensure network reliability and security?

A Senior Network Engineer frequently partners with system administrators, cybersecurity specialists, and support teams to design and maintain secure and reliable network infrastructure. This collaboration involves coordinating on incident response, performing joint troubleshooting, and participating in strategic planning for network upgrades or expansions. Effective communication and cross-team knowledge sharing are essential, as many issues involve overlapping responsibilities. Regular meetings, documentation, and shared monitoring tools help streamline workflows and ensure all teams are aligned on network health and security priorities.
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Infographic showing various Senior Network job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,786 per year, or $59.5 per hour.
SR Network Engineer

$112K - $153K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Position: Sr Network Engineer
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Duration: 12+ months
Skills/Experience Required:
The Senior Network Engineer has full responsibility to manage and oversee all aspects of the most complex network projects and operation needs. The Senior Network Engineer provides senior level technical leadership for the comprehensive support of complex network and/or server operating system environments. The Senior Network Engineer performs a wide-range of network-related duties, including the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex networks. The Senior Network Engineer will take a senior lead role in the following areas: network and voice design, disaster recovery planning, capacity planning, network security, complex server and network configuration, network and voice administration and monitoring, upgrades, troubleshooting and maintenance on network related projects, including services over Internet Protocol (IP), such as audio, video, telephony and data. The Senior Network Engineer will also manage high level projects as necessary. The Senior Network Engineer will have advanced skills in network monitoring tools and a comprehensive knowledge of protocols, emerging network technologies, network security, file servers, cable infrastructure, and topologies. They apply in depth knowledge to support network infrastructure such as e-mail, storage management, file and print services, routers, wireless access points, switches, firewalls, host access, network-related software, network management systems, network security appliances, Internet, voice networks, SIP phones and backup and disaster recovery services.
Minimum of six years of broad, extensive, and increasingly responsible, full-time experience planning, designing, installing, and maintaining complete network infrastructure in a centralized IT organization with a high-availability environment. At least two years of that experience must be in a lead capacity
Bachelor's degree in an IT-related or Engineering field or a closely related field. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Regards,
Sangeetha
West Advanced Technologies, Inc.
Serving government agencies for 22 Years
E: sangeetha.p@wati.com, D: 279 895 6797
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