Network Operations Specialist Jobs
Network Operations Specialist jobs are open across telecommunications, managed services, healthcare IT, and financial services, from entry-level NOC technician to senior network operations engineer, with specializations in network monitoring, incident response, and infrastructure troubleshooting. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
- Monitor, triage, and respond to network and security alerts across multiple customer environments
- Investigate security events, separate true positives from noise, and escalate or contain according to playbooks
- Troubleshoot outages, latency, routing, VPN, and connectivity issues to root cause
- Administer and review firewall policies (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco), including NAT, VPN, IDS/IPS, and segmentation
- Support vulnerability management by reviewing scan results, prioritizing by risk, and tracking remediation with customers
- Patch and maintain network devices and servers within change-control windows
- Support Azure networking (VNets, VPN Gateway, NSGs) for customer environments
- Keep documentation accurate in the ticketing system: tickets, network diagrams, IP schemas, and change logs
- Work directly with customer IT teams, explaining issues clearly to both technical and non-technical contacts
- Help build and refine AI-assisted workflows and automation that make the SNOC faster and more consistent
- 2+ years in a NOC, SOC, MSSP, or network/security administration role
- Hands-on administration of at least one enterprise firewall platform (Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Cisco)
- Working experience with a SIEM or XDR platform: triaging alerts, pivoting on events, and writing up findings
- Strong TCP/IP fundamentals: subnetting, VLANs, routing, DNS, DHCP, site-to-site and remote-access VPN
- Experience troubleshooting with network monitoring tools and packet/log analysis
- Exposure to Microsoft Azure networking and security controls
- Clear written documentation and confident customer communication
- Able to pass a background check (we support financial and government customers)
- Prior MSSP experience supporting multiple customers at once
- Experience with Auvik, LevelBlue USM Anywhere, SentinelOne, Microsoft Sentinel, NinjaOne, or HaloPSA
- Certifications such as Network+, Security+, CCNA, CySA+, PCNSA, Fortinet NSE 4, AZ-104, or AZ-500
- Scripting or automation with PowerShell, Python, or workflow platforms such as n8n
- Familiarity with compliance-driven environments (FFIEC/NCUA, CJIS, HIPAA)
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
- Monitor, triage, and respond to network and security alerts across multiple customer environments
- Investigate security events, separate true positives from noise, and escalate or contain according to playbooks
- Troubleshoot outages, latency, routing, VPN, and connectivity issues to root cause
- Administer and review firewall policies (Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco), including NAT, VPN, IDS/IPS, and segmentation
- Support vulnerability management by reviewing scan results, prioritizing by risk, and tracking remediation with customers
- Patch and maintain network devices and servers within change-control windows
- Support Azure networking (VNets, VPN Gateway, NSGs) for customer environments
- Keep documentation accurate in the ticketing system: tickets, network diagrams, IP schemas, and change logs
- Work directly with customer IT teams, explaining issues clearly to both technical and non-technical contacts
- Help build and refine AI-assisted workflows and automation that make the SNOC faster and more consistent
- 2+ years in a NOC, SOC, MSSP, or network/security administration role
- Hands-on administration of at least one enterprise firewall platform (Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Cisco)
- Working experience with a SIEM or XDR platform: triaging alerts, pivoting on events, and writing up findings
- Strong TCP/IP fundamentals: subnetting, VLANs, routing, DNS, DHCP, site-to-site and remote-access VPN
- Experience troubleshooting with network monitoring tools and packet/log analysis
- Exposure to Microsoft Azure networking and security controls
- Clear written documentation and confident customer communication
- Able to pass a background check (we support financial and government customers)
- Prior MSSP experience supporting multiple customers at once
- Experience with Auvik, LevelBlue USM Anywhere, SentinelOne, Microsoft Sentinel, NinjaOne, or HaloPSA
- Certifications such as Network+, Security+, CCNA, CySA+, PCNSA, Fortinet NSE 4, AZ-104, or AZ-500
- Scripting or automation with PowerShell, Python, or workflow platforms such as n8n
- Familiarity with compliance-driven environments (FFIEC/NCUA, CJIS, HIPAA)
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Who's Hiring
- EOS IT Solutions12
- Meta10
- PacificSource Health Plans8
- Booz Allen Hamilton6
- Amazon5
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Investment & Asset Management
- Retail
- Education
- Insurance
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in network operations specialist jobs.
- Experience with network monitoring tools and fault management systems
- Proficiency in TCP/IP, routing protocols such as OSPF and BGP, and switching
- CompTIA Network+, CCNA, or equivalent vendor certification strongly preferred
- Ability to troubleshoot WAN, LAN, and VPN connectivity issues under pressure
- Experience working in a 24/7 NOC environment with SLA-driven ticket management
- Associate or bachelor's degree in information technology, networking, or a related field
Tips for Your Network Operations Specialist Job Search
Tailor your resume to NOC tools
List the specific monitoring and ticketing platforms you've used, such as network management systems, SNMP-based tools, or ITSM platforms. Hiring managers scan for tool familiarity first, so generic phrases like 'monitored network performance' won't get you past the first filter.
Lead with certifications above experience
For network operations roles, your CCNA, CompTIA Network+, or vendor-specific certification often carries more weight than years of experience in unrelated IT work. Put certifications directly under your name, not buried in a separate section at the bottom.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists network operations specialist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that match your shift preference
Many NOC roles require 24/7 coverage, meaning overnight, weekend, or rotating shifts. Filter for postings that specify your preferred schedule upfront, and address your shift availability explicitly in your cover letter to avoid late-stage surprises.
Demonstrate incident escalation experience
Interviewers for network operations roles almost always ask how you handle a P1 outage or escalation under pressure. Prepare two or three specific scenarios where you diagnosed a network issue, communicated with stakeholders, and resolved or escalated correctly within a defined SLA.
Negotiate on-call terms, not just base pay
Network operations roles often carry on-call obligations that aren't reflected in the job title or posted description. During the offer stage, ask directly about on-call frequency, response time expectations, and whether on-call hours are compensated separately before accepting.
Network Operations Specialist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most network operations specialists?
EOS IT Solutions, Meta, and PacificSource Health Plans are hiring the most network operations specialists right now, with openings concentrated in California, Virginia, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Telecommunications carriers, managed service providers, and large healthcare systems tend to maintain the most consistent NOC hiring volumes.
How many network operations specialist jobs are remote?
About 50% of network operations specialist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies significantly by employer type. Roles focused on monitoring, alerting, and tier-one triage are the most likely to be offered remotely, while positions requiring hands-on data center or hardware work are almost always on-site.
How do you become a network operations specialist?
Start by earning a foundational certification such as CompTIA Network+ or a vendor-equivalent credential to validate your understanding of TCP/IP, routing, and switching. Build hands-on experience through a helpdesk or junior IT support role, then move into a NOC technician position to develop alarm management and incident response skills. From there, consistent exposure to monitoring platforms and escalation workflows positions you for a full network operations specialist title.
Can you get a network operations specialist job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level NOC technician roles are a direct path in and typically require a networking certification more than a degree or years of experience. Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who can demonstrate familiarity with ticketing workflows, basic TCP/IP troubleshooting, and the ability to follow escalation procedures. Home lab projects, community college networking courses, and certification study all count as evidence of practical readiness.
What does the network operations specialist interview process look like?
Most employers run a phone or video screen focused on your familiarity with NOC tools and shift availability, followed by a technical interview covering network troubleshooting scenarios, protocol knowledge, and how you handle a simulated outage or escalation. Some larger organizations add a practical assessment where you interpret network alerts or walk through a ticket resolution. Final rounds typically involve a team lead or manager discussing on-call expectations and shift structure.
Where can I find and apply to network operations specialist jobs?
You can find and apply to network operations specialist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your certifications, shift preference, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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