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Tactibit Technologies LLC

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 ...

Tanisha Systems

Senior Network Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$102K - $141K/yr

Senior Network Administrator / Senior Network Engineer Location: Tulsa, OK Open for Both Full time & Contract Salary / Rate: Market- based on exp Need profiles who can attend for F2F interview 2nd ...

Tactibit Technologies LLC

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 ...

Essnova Solutions

Senior Network Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$117K - $161K/yr

Senior Network Engineer About Essnova Solutions Essnova Solutions is a fast-growing federal contractor delivering innovative technology, cybersecurity, cloud, and digital transformation solutions to ...

Key Choice Group

Senior Network Engineer

Richmond, VA · On-site

$120K - $135K/yr

Senior Network Engineer Our client, a Virginia state agency, is seeking a talented Senior Network Engineer to join their team, hit the ground running, and help drive to success. This is a long-term ...

Deloitte

Senior Network Engineer (Route & Switch)

Dallas, TX · On-site

$102K - $141K/yr

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Tactibit Technologies LLC

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 ...

Jean Martin, Inc

Senior Network Engineer

Fort Lee, NJ · On-site

$105K - $145K/yr

Senior Network Engineer Location: Hybrid (3 Days Onsite) Experience: 9+ Years Job Summary Seeking a Senior Network Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise, data center, cloud, and low ...

Concept Plus LLC

Senior Network Engineer

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

The Senior Network Engineer is a key personnel, and identifies and resolves larger, more complex LAN/WLAN/WAN network problems and issues, researches network-level problems using network management ...

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Essnova Solutions, Inc.

Senior Network Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$117K - $161K/yr

Senior Network Engineer About Essnova Solutions Essnova Solutions is a fast-growing federal contractor delivering innovative technology, cybersecurity, cloud, and digital transformation solutions to ...

Systek

$115K - $158K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

SENIOR NETWORK ENGINEER The company is seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support NIWC (Naval Information Warfare Center). This position can be supported either in Charleston, SC or Ft. Meade, MD.

Motion Recruitment Partners, LLC

Senior Network Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$103K - $141K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Senior Network Engineer Join a growing technology organization as a Senior Network Engineer supporting a global enterprise network infrastructure. This is an opportunity to work in a highly technical ...

Essnova Solutions, Inc.

Senior Network Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$117K - $161K/yr

Senior Network EngineerAbout Essnova Solutions Essnova Solutions is a fast-growing federal contractor delivering innovative technology, cybersecurity, cloud, and digital transformation solutions to ...

Essnova Solutions, Inc.

Senior Network Engineer

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$117K - $161K/yr

Senior Network EngineerAbout Essnova Solutions Essnova Solutions is a fast-growing federal contractor delivering innovative technology, cybersecurity, cloud, and digital transformation solutions to ...

Sarian, Inc.

Senior Network Architect

Manhattan, NY · On-site

Senior Network Architect -We are looking for seasoned senior network architect with CCNP/CCIE certification. Candidate should be willing to work in a hybrid mode (3 days from office in NYC). -Minimum ...

Coorstek

Sr Network Administrator

Golden, CO · On-site

Job Title Sr Network Administrator The Senior Network Administrator will combine advanced technical expertise with leadership in complex, cross-functional, network projects and serve as a senior ...

CoorsTek

Sr Network Administrator

Golden, CO · Hybrid

Job Title Sr Network Administrator The Senior Network Administrator will combine advanced technical expertise with leadership in complex, cross-functional, network projects and serve as a senior ...

CoorsTek, Inc.

Sr Network Administrator

Golden, CO · On-site

Job Title Sr Network Administrator The Senior Network Administrator will combine advanced technical expertise with leadership in complex, cross-functional, network projects and serve as a senior ...

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How much do senior network jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 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 is a senior network engineer?

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 are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior network engineer?

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.

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.

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Infographic showing various Senior Network job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,786 per year, or $59.5 per hour.

Senior Network Engineer

Tactibit Technologies LLC

Suitland, MD • On-site

$112K - $153K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Tactibit Technologies provides innovative information technology, cybersecurity, and cloud support services to the Federal Government. We support some of the nation's most critical and demanding projects including satellite operations, critical infrastructure, and search and rescue. We are a diverse team of hands-on professionals dedicated to solving problems and developing innovative solutions in support of our customers' critical missions. Our success is dependent on our inclusive, collaborative environment with a shared commitment to excellence in everything we do.

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 operations missions. You will support mission operations, routine maintenance, troubleshooting and anomaly detection/resolution, refresh and modernization planning, network integrations, and security hardening. As a Senior Network Engineer, you will be expected to plan and lead projects, manage resources, report to our government customer, develop standard operating procedures, and help train a team of network engineers.

We expect you to have a passion for building and maintaining highly available networks. You should have a desire to work with satellite data and products for the public and government. Besides, you should be able to perform well working in a team, along with developers, engineers and scientists.

This position is located at a government facility in Suitland, MD. The position is eligible for a flexible work arrangement.

Senior Network Engineer responsibilities are:
  • Operate and maintain network infrastructure
  • Identify, design, plan, and implement network upgrades and configuration changes to support architectural improvements, address new requirements, and updates to address security vulnerabilities and obsolescence
  • Detect, analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve operational problems within the LAN/WAN infrastructure
  • Monitor and report on device health, utilization, uptime, usage, security issues, and anomalies
  • Develop and lead technical training for other network staff
  • Create and maintain documents including Standard Operating Procedures
  • Develop and refine network topology diagrams
  • Provide on-call and after-hours support when required
  • Support security testing, hardening, and assessments to meet strict compliance and operational security requirements
Senior Network Engineer requirements are:
  • 10+ years of network administration or engineering experience
  • Experience with designing and maintaining highly available networks including fault-tolerance, redundancy, failover, and continuity of operations
  • Detailed experience configuring and maintaining next-generation firewalls (NGFW), security zones, and defense-in-depth
  • Knowledge of routing protocols including OSPF and BGP
  • Ability to configure, optimize, and troubleshoot network protocols including VRRP (or HSRP), STP, LACP, MLAG (or vPC), Dot1q, and others
  • Experience with enterprise-grade network equipment including modular chassis switches, 40 or 100 Gb interfaces, and redundant supervisors and route processors
  • Familiarity with cabling standards such as TIA/EIA, ISO/IEC, IEEE, and others
  • Experience with issue tracking and configuration management systems and processes
  • Understanding of security best practices
  • Strong problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure
  • BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or other related area
  • Must be a US Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident and able to pass a full background investigation to obtain a security badge to enter the applicable government facility
Desired Qualifications are:
  • Experience with Federal government environments and concepts including NIST Risk Management Framework, NIST SP 800-53 security controls, and DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)
  • Experience with a variety of network solution vendors including Cisco, Fortinet, Juniper, and others
  • Experience with Solarwinds Orion and similar network monitoring tools
  • Industry certifications such as Cisco certifications, Network+, Security+, and others