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Network Systems Engineer jobs are open across defense, telecommunications, healthcare, and enterprise IT, from entry-level to senior and principal roles, with specializations in network security, cloud infrastructure, and routing and switching protocols. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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The Role: IT Systems & Network Administrator
Who You Are
You are a technically curious systems administrator who enjoys solving problems and supporting critical systems. You are comfortable operating hands-on and collaborating across a small team. You understand what reliability, security, and documentation mean in a high-availability environment. You will help implement, maintain, and secure Kings III’s IT infrastructure supporting a mission-critical 24x7 emergency communications environment. You’ll work across servers, networks, Microsoft 365, identity, backups, telecom, and endpoint platforms as part of a close-knit IT team. This position is full-time and on-site at our Coppell, TX headquarters.
Who We Are:
Established in 1989 Kings III is a growing, dynamic company. We’re a six-time winner of DFW Top Workplaces and nationally as a USA Today Top Workplace in 2020-2025. We’re on a mission for change – for our communities, our customers, and our company. If you see yourself as a builder and change agent, this is the right place for you.
More than 12% of our employees have been with the company for 10+ years, and an impressive 25% have been with us 5+ years. How do we do it? Here's what our employees say. We seek out creative employees who love opportunities for continuous learning and growth. We value innovation in not just our products, but the way we work, sell, and grow every day. We celebrate change and are always looking for ways to do things better!
What You’ll Do:
Your work keeps emergency calls connected nationwide, a life-safety mission with measurable community impact. You are joining a mature, well-funded IT program with a modern toolchain, defined scope, backing from senior IT management, and room to grow with the department.
The work is hands-on. You will own projects from planning through go-live, dig into escalated problems, become the person your teammates come to about the systems you run, and share after-hours callback for critical issues affecting the dispatch center or core infrastructure.
- Implement, maintain, and secure physical and virtual servers in Microsoft on-premises and cloud environments
- Administer networks including switches, firewalls, wireless, SANs, and monitoring platforms
- Support Active Directory and Azure AD (Entra ID) in a hybrid environment
- Administer Microsoft 365 services and integrated applications
- Maintain backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity systems
- Support SIP-based telecom platforms and related infrastructure
- Secure and manage endpoints and mobile devices using MDM and security tooling
- Support security operations, incident response, and evidence collection for SOC 2 controls across access management, change management, and monitoring
- Create and maintain technical documentation and runbooks
What You’ll Bring
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proven experience working in a broad IT role within a small, dynamic team
- 3+ years administering servers, networks, identity, Microsoft 365, and security tooling
- Hands-on experience with virtualized server environments (VMware or Hyper-V)
- Ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences at all levels of the organization
- Strong troubleshooting skills and a sense of ownership
- A learner’s mindset with the ability to both teach and be taught
Nice to Have
- Experience supporting SIP or VoIP platforms
- Experience with NetApp SAN storage platforms
- Familiarity with Aruba networking and Fortinet firewalls or wireless
- Experience with backup and recovery platforms (Veeam or equivalent)
- Basic scripting or automation experience (PowerShell or similar)
- Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+ or Security+, or Microsoft cloud certifications
What We Do:
Our mission is simple - We provide critical communications services to help people in distress.
Our Core Values are even simpler:
1. Honesty & Integrity
2. Service to the customer above all else
3. Do what is right
4. Good enough is not good enough: pursue excellence
5. Encourage individual initiative and growth
By living and breathing our mission and Core Values every day in everything we do, Kings III is creating opportunities for individuals and reducing risk, liabilities, and costs for businesses every day.
Our primary client base includes commercial and multi-family real estate owners and property managers, and the most common areas we install our emergency phones are in elevators and at pool sides. We design, build, sell, install, service, and monitor those phones. Our Emergency Dispatch Center (EDC) provides 24/7/365 service to help dispatch local emergency services to people in distress. It’s that simple, our employees help save lives every day.
What’s in it For You:
- Medical insurance with 1 HSA and 2 PPO plan options
- Flex Spending Account (FSA)/Dependent Care FSA
- Dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance
- Critical illness and hospital indemnity plans
- 401k with company contribution
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company paid telemedicine 24/7 access
- Wellness Program
- Employee discount program
- 8 paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
- 15 days of PTO accrued in year 1
- Generous referral bonus program
- Work life balance (a must!)
- Team building, attendance at our annual kickoff each January, and other fun events
- Relaxed professional dress code
Kings III is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in network systems engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
- Hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting routers, switches, and firewalls
- Proficiency with network protocols including BGP, OSPF, MPLS, and VLANs
- Active or current Cisco certification such as CCNA or CCNP
- Experience with network monitoring and management tools such as SolarWinds or PRTG
- Familiarity with cloud networking environments including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Tips for Your Network Systems Engineer Job Search
Quantify network performance improvements on your resume
Recruiters for network systems engineer roles respond to measurable outcomes. Replace vague bullet points with specifics like latency reductions, uptime improvements, or the scale of infrastructure you managed, so hiring managers can benchmark your impact against their environment.
List certifications in order of current relevance
Put your most current and employer-relevant certifications first, not oldest to newest. A current CCNP or CompTIA Network+ often carries more weight in screening than an older MCSA. Update this section every time a certification expires or you add a new one.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists network systems engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter by environment type before applying
Target job postings that specify whether the environment is on-premises, hybrid cloud, or fully cloud-native before applying. Your resume and cover letter should reflect that specific stack. Misaligned applications on environment type are a common reason callbacks drop off early.
Prepare a lab or project portfolio for technical screens
Many network systems engineer hiring panels include a practical exercise or topology design question. Having a documented home lab, GNS3 simulation, or past network architecture you can walk through gives you a concrete reference point when abstract questions come up.
Negotiate scope before negotiating compensation
In network engineering interviews, clarifying whether the role covers WAN design, security policy, or data center operations before discussing an offer helps you argue for the right level. A broader scope almost always supports a stronger case for senior-level compensation.
Network Systems Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most network systems engineers?
The companies hiring the most network systems engineers right now include Saalex, Blue Mantis, and Arista Networks, with the largest share of openings in California, Maryland, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Defense contractors, large hospital systems, and telecommunications carriers consistently account for a significant portion of total demand.
How many network systems engineer jobs are remote?
About 33% of network systems engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though availability varies significantly by specialization. Roles focused on cloud networking, network automation, and NOC monitoring tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to physical data center operations or government facilities are more likely to require on-site presence.
How do you become a network systems engineer?
Start with a degree in computer science, information technology, or a related discipline, then build foundational skills through entry-level IT or helpdesk roles that expose you to real network infrastructure. Earn an entry-level certification such as CompTIA Network+ or CCNA to validate your knowledge. From there, pursue roles with increasing responsibility over routing, switching, and security, and layer on advanced certifications as your scope grows.
How do you get hired as a network systems engineer with little experience?
Focus on building a home lab or using simulation software to document hands-on experience you can reference in interviews, since most hiring managers will ask you to walk through a real configuration or troubleshooting scenario. Entry-level certifications like CompTIA Network+ or CCNA signal competence when a work history is thin. Targeting junior network administrator or NOC analyst roles first gives you the environment access needed to build toward an engineer title.
What does the network systems engineer interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter screen focused on your certification background and environment experience, followed by a technical interview with a senior engineer or network architect. That stage typically includes scenario-based questions on routing protocols, firewall rules, or troubleshooting a degraded link. Some employers add a practical exercise or topology design task. A final round with a hiring manager covers team fit, scope expectations, and project ownership.
Where can I find and apply to network systems engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to network systems engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing. Openings update regularly, so checking back frequently gives you access to newly posted positions before application volume builds.
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