Remote Director of Network Engineering Jobs
Remote director of network engineering jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first firms and distributed enterprise teams regularly hiring for this role in sectors like cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, telecommunications, and financial services. Employers hiring remotely right now include JH TECH, IQ Fiber, and CrowdStrike. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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POSITION OVERVIEW :
Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure to ensure secure, reliable, and high-performance connectivity across the organization. Provides technical expertise in network operations, troubleshooting, and optimization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
- Monitor network performance and implement improvements to optimize reliability and throughput.
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and service disruption.
- Assist in network capacity planning and scalability initiatives.
- Implement and maintain network security measures in compliance with organizational standards.
- Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams on projects and technology upgrades.
- Document network configurations, processes, and procedures for operational continuity.
- Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Disclaimer : This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or related field.
- Five (5) years of experience in network engineering or administration.
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF), LAN/WAN technologies, and network security principles.
- Experience with enterprise-grade networking hardware and software (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, etc.).
- Familiarity with SD-WAN, VPN, and cloud networking solutions.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and implement effective solutions.
- Strong documentation and communication skills.
JOB CONDITIONS :
- Some travel required
- On-call support for critical network incidents as needed.
Preferred Skills/Knowledge:
Advanced hands on knowledge of multiple firewall vendor products. Advanced hands on experience with Fortinet SD-WAN solution. Advanced hands on experience with F5 load-balancers solution.
Pay Transparency:
The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location(s). If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the minimum and maximum range for all levels. Actual pay is determined by job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, such as experience, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. Eligible employees offered health, vision, dental, life, AD&D, STD and LTD insurance, employee assistance program, personal/sick paid time, 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus potential, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, 2 weeks paid parental leave, paid bereavement, employee discounts, 6.67–13.34 hours vacation per month based on service time, 8 paid holidays.
Pay Range: $83,799.00 - $180,202.00
Colorado Pay Ranges: Colorado Springs, Grand Junction $89,665.00 - $143,465.00; Henderson, Mead $94,693.00 - $151,509.00; Gypsum $100,559.00 - $160,894.00
Illinois Pay Ranges: Effingham, Kankakee, Lincoln, Quincy, Rockford $89,665.00 - $143,465.00; Aurora, Bolingbrook, Chicago Heights, Des Plaines, Elmhurst, Forest View, Joliet, Schaumburg, Summit-Argo, Zion $100,559.00 - $160,894.00.
New York Pay Ranges: Plattsburgh, Buffalo, Watertown, North Chili, Nichols, Montgomery $89,665.00 - $143,465.00; East Syracuse $94,693.00 - $151,509.00; West Babylon $112,626.00 - $180,202.00
New Jersey Job Postings: $83,799.00 - $146,414.00
This compensation range is a reasonable estimate of the current starting pay range in NJ. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the range is a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary for the lowest level to the current starting salary of the highest level. Actual starting pay is determined by experience relative to the job, market level, specific location and other job-related factors permitted by law. Regular full & part-time employees (who complete 91 days of employment and work a minimum average of 17 hours per week) are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, and/or vision coverage, tuition reimbursement. Full/part-time employees who are age 21 are eligible for 401(k) after one month of employment.
EST FedEx Freight, Inc
FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e-mail at ADAAssistance@fedexfreight.com. FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
POSITION OVERVIEW :
Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure to ensure secure, reliable, and high-performance connectivity across the organization. Provides technical expertise in network operations, troubleshooting, and optimization.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
- Design, configure, and maintain enterprise network infrastructure including routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
- Monitor network performance and implement improvements to optimize reliability and throughput.
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and service disruption.
- Assist in network capacity planning and scalability initiatives.
- Implement and maintain network security measures in compliance with organizational standards.
- Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams on projects and technology upgrades.
- Document network configurations, processes, and procedures for operational continuity.
- Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Disclaimer : This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
QUALIFICATIONS :
- Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, engineering, or related field.
- Five (5) years of experience in network engineering or administration.
- Strong knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF), LAN/WAN technologies, and network security principles.
- Experience with enterprise-grade networking hardware and software (Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, etc.).
- Familiarity with SD-WAN, VPN, and cloud networking solutions.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues and implement effective solutions.
- Strong documentation and communication skills.
JOB CONDITIONS :
- Some travel required
- On-call support for critical network incidents as needed.
Preferred Skills/Knowledge:
Advanced hands on knowledge of multiple firewall vendor products. Advanced hands on experience with Fortinet SD-WAN solution. Advanced hands on experience with F5 load-balancers solution.
Pay Transparency:
The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location(s). If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the minimum and maximum range for all levels. Actual pay is determined by job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, such as experience, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. Eligible employees offered health, vision, dental, life, AD&D, STD and LTD insurance, employee assistance program, personal/sick paid time, 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus potential, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, 2 weeks paid parental leave, paid bereavement, employee discounts, 6.67–13.34 hours vacation per month based on service time, 8 paid holidays.
Pay Range: $83,799.00 - $180,202.00
Colorado Pay Ranges: Colorado Springs, Grand Junction $89,665.00 - $143,465.00; Henderson, Mead $94,693.00 - $151,509.00; Gypsum $100,559.00 - $160,894.00
Illinois Pay Ranges: Effingham, Kankakee, Lincoln, Quincy, Rockford $89,665.00 - $143,465.00; Aurora, Bolingbrook, Chicago Heights, Des Plaines, Elmhurst, Forest View, Joliet, Schaumburg, Summit-Argo, Zion $100,559.00 - $160,894.00.
New York Pay Ranges: Plattsburgh, Buffalo, Watertown, North Chili, Nichols, Montgomery $89,665.00 - $143,465.00; East Syracuse $94,693.00 - $151,509.00; West Babylon $112,626.00 - $180,202.00
New Jersey Job Postings: $83,799.00 - $146,414.00
This compensation range is a reasonable estimate of the current starting pay range in NJ. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the range is a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary for the lowest level to the current starting salary of the highest level. Actual starting pay is determined by experience relative to the job, market level, specific location and other job-related factors permitted by law. Regular full & part-time employees (who complete 91 days of employment and work a minimum average of 17 hours per week) are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, and/or vision coverage, tuition reimbursement. Full/part-time employees who are age 21 are eligible for 401(k) after one month of employment.
EST FedEx Freight, Inc
FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e-mail at ADAAssistance@fedexfreight.com. FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote director of network engineering jobs.
- 10 or more years of progressive network engineering experience, including at least 3 in a leadership role
- Deep expertise in routing and switching protocols such as BGP, OSPF, and MPLS
- Experience designing and managing large-scale enterprise or carrier-grade network infrastructure
- Proficiency with SD-WAN platforms, network automation tools, and cloud networking services
- Relevant certifications such as CCIE, AWS Advanced Networking, or equivalent professional credential
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, electrical engineering, or a related technical field
Tips for Your Remote Director of Network Engineering Job Search
Signal your async leadership style upfront
Remote employers screen for directors who can run distributed network teams without real-time escalation. In your resume and cover letter, call out specific examples of async decision-making, documentation habits, and how you've kept geographically dispersed engineers aligned without daily standups.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote director of network engineering openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your infrastructure focus and apply directly without sorting through non-remote listings mixed in from other sources.
Demonstrate your remote network toolchain
Remote hiring managers want to see that you're fluent in the tools distributed network teams actually use: SD-WAN platforms, cloud-based network management systems, zero-trust frameworks, and collaborative diagramming tools like Lucidchart or draw.io. Name them explicitly in your materials.
Prepare for the remote leadership interview
Remote director interviews focus heavily on how you build trust, resolve conflict, and drive technical decisions across time zones. Prepare two or three concrete stories about leading a network initiative with no in-person touchpoints, emphasizing your communication process and how you measured outcomes.
Remote Director of Network Engineering Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote director of network engineering job?
Remote director of network engineering roles go to candidates who can demonstrate strong async communication, self-directed leadership, and the ability to manage distributed engineering teams without in-person oversight. Cloud-native companies, managed service providers, and distributed SaaS organizations are the most active remote hirers. Certifications like CCIE or JNCIE, hands-on experience with SD-WAN and zero-trust architecture, and a demonstrated history of leading geographically dispersed teams give you a clear edge.
Which companies hire remote director of network engineerings?
Remote director of network engineering roles are posted by JH TECH, IQ Fiber, and CrowdStrike and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first technology firms, managed network service providers, and large distributed enterprises in sectors like cloud infrastructure and financial services are the most consistent remote hirers for this role.
Can you get a remote director of network engineering job with no experience?
Yes, but remote director-level roles are senior positions, so candidates without direct experience need to show strong evidence of leading network teams, owning infrastructure strategy, and operating autonomously. Entry points include remote senior network engineer roles at smaller remote-first companies where the path to director is shorter. A portfolio of projects, documented leadership outcomes, and proficiency with remote collaboration tools can substitute for a traditional title history.
Do you need a degree for remote director of network engineering jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh certifications like CCIE, JNCIE, or cloud network credentials alongside or instead of a formal degree for director of network engineering roles. What remote hiring managers consistently screen for is a demonstrable record of network architecture decisions, team leadership, and operational outcomes, all of which you can document through project history, certifications, and professional references.
Which industries hire the most remote director of network engineerings?
Most remote director of network engineering openings sit in Banking & Financial Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed infrastructure teams and need directors who can govern complex, multi-site networks without being physically present at any single location.
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