Salary guide
Network Operations Centre (NOC) Engineer
- Average salary
- £28,000 – £55,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
ITNetworking
- NOC engineers keep UK networks running 24/7
Other names this job is known by
- Network Operations Engineer
- NOC Analyst
Key responsibilities
- Monitor and manage network operations
- Respond to incidents and outages
- Troubleshoot and resolve network issues
- Maintain documentation and logs
- Liaise with IT teams and vendors
- Ensure network security and compliance
- Support upgrades and maintenance
- Stay updated on NOC technology
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in IT, networking, or computer science
- Experience in NOC or IT roles
- Networking certifications (Cisco, CompTIA)
- Analytical and IT skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior NOC Engineer
- NOC Manager
- Network Architect
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study IT, networking, or computer science
- Gain experience in NOC or IT roles
- Obtain certifications
- Progress to senior or management positions
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