How to hire a network data analyst

How to hire a network data analyst, step by step

Here's a step-by-step network data analyst hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a network data analyst job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new network data analyst
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the network data analyst you need to hire. Certain network data analyst roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A network data analyst's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, network data analysts from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of network data analysts and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Network Data Analyst	Description	Hourly rate
   Network Data Analyst	Computer network architects design and build data communication networks, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and intranets. These networks range from small connections between two offices to next-generation networking capabilities such as a cloud infrastructure that serves multiple customers.	$18-35
   Desktop/Network Support	A desktop/network support is responsible for assisting end-users and customers on their computer and network issues, performing troubleshooting procedures, and guiding them with the step-by-step resolution. Desktop/network supports handle system configuration and upgrades of network components to increase efficiency and optimal performance... Show more	$16-32
   Network Support Technician	A network support technician specializes in optimizing a company's information technology (IT) networks for a smooth and efficient workflow. Their responsibilities revolve around addressing issues and concerns, troubleshooting, installing systems, executing upgrades, conducting diagnostic tests, and performing corrective measures as needed... Show more	$18-29

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Data Analysis
   • SQL
   • Servers
   • Network Operations
   • Switches
   • OSPF
   • SLA
   • BGP
   • Trouble Tickets
   • DOD
   • Remedy
   • Juniper
   • VPN
   • IPSEC

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage the F5 BigIP GTM/LTM appliances to include writing iRules, SSL offload and everyday task of creating WIP and VIPs.
   • Maintain & troubleshoot LAN services, LAN security, system documentation and trouble ticket fielding.
   • Create new hire setups in NT 4.0 and Novell 4.x & 3.12.
   • Configure and support VMWare and Linux systems.
   • Recommend switches, routers, and wireless equipment.
   • Create and maintain VPN between company s sites.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your network data analyst job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A network data analyst can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, network data analysts' average salary in missouri is 33% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level network data analysts 47% less than senior-level network data analysts.
   • Certifications. A network data analyst with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a network data analyst's salary.

   Average network data analyst salary

   $54,415yearly

   $26.16 hourly rate

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   Entry-level network data analyst salary

   $39,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

   Average network data analyst salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$68,565	$33
   2	New Jersey	$65,185	$31
   3	Washington	$65,015	$31
   4	Maryland	$64,459	$31
   5	Alaska	$62,494	$30
   6	Texas	$62,430	$30
   7	Massachusetts	$61,821	$30
   8	Louisiana	$61,603	$30
   9	Arkansas	$61,241	$29
   10	Virginia	$61,076	$29
   11	Ohio	$59,793	$29
   12	New York	$59,711	$29
   13	Mississippi	$59,565	$29
   14	Montana	$59,487	$29
   15	North Dakota	$57,601	$28
   16	Iowa	$57,325	$28
   17	Delaware	$57,214	$28
   18	Rhode Island	$56,025	$27
   19	Michigan	$55,860	$27
   20	Illinois	$55,714	$27

   Average network data analyst salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Yahoo	$82,337	$39.59
   2	Sonos	$75,811	$36.45	1
   3	Thermo Fisher Scientific	$72,455	$34.83	14
   4	Nokia	$66,992	$32.21	6
   5	PROLIM	$66,351	$31.90
   6	Medtronic	$58,631	$28.19	14
   7	Equality Health	$56,976	$27.39
   8	Qualitest	$55,811	$26.83	1
   9	Summa Health	$55,754	$26.80	3
   10	Coin Metrics	$54,984	$26.43
   11	Interpacific Group Inc	$54,984	$26.43
   12	L.A. Care Health Plan	$54,981	$26.43
   13	Invexer Technology	$54,762	$26.33
   14	Treasury Wine Estates	$54,536	$26.22
   15	Prime Therapeutics	$53,965	$25.94	46
   16	AmeriHealth Caritas	$53,934	$25.93	21
   17	AmeriHealth Casualty	$53,532	$25.74
   18	Prestige International Usa	$52,447	$25.21
   19	Scientific Research	$52,059	$25.03	5
   20	HealthTrust	$51,696	$24.85

4. Writing a network data analyst job description

   A job description for a network data analyst role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a network data analyst job description:

   Network data analyst job description example

   You could be the one who changes everything for our 26 million members. Centene is transforming the health of our communities, one person at a time. As a diversified, national organization, you'll have access to competitive benefits including a fresh perspective on workplace flexibility.
   
   Position Purpose: Responsible for analytic data needs of the business unit. Handle complex data projects and acts as a lead for other Data Analysts.
   
   • Provide advanced analytical support for business operations in all or some of the following areas: claims, provider data, member data, clinical data, HEDIS, pharmacy, external reporting
   
   • Extract, load, model, and reconcile large amounts of data across multiple system platforms and sources
   
   • Review data to determine operational impacts and needed actions; elevate issues, trends, areas for improvement and opportunities to management.
   • Develop reports and deliverables and make recommendations to management
   
   • Model data using MS Excel, Access, SQL, and/or other data ware house analytical tools
   
   • Assist management in driving business decisions based on data
   
   • Ensure compliance with federal and state deliverable reporting requirements by performing data quality audits and analysis.
   
   • Assist with training and mentoring other Data Analysts.
   
   • Assist with determining work load and related activities for other Data Analysts
   
   Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience. 6+ years of statistical analysis or data analysis experience. Healthcare experience preferred. Advanced knowledge of Enterprise Reporting and Analysis tools, SQL, and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Access. Experience managing projects or heavy involvement in project implementation.
   
   BUSINESS ANALYTIC:
   
   Bachelor's degree's related field or equivalent experience. 6+ years of statistical analysis or 3+ years of related IT experience, including data warehouse, coding or ETL experience. Healthcare experience preferred. Advanced knowledge of Enterprise Reporting and Analysis tools, SQL, and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Access. Experience managing projects or heavy involvement in project implementation. Encounters experience preferred.
   
   Our Comprehensive Benefits Package: Flexible work solutions including remote options, hybrid work schedules and dress flexibility, Competitive pay, Paid time off including holidays, Health insurance coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) and stock purchase plans, Tuition reimbursement and best-in-class training and development.
   
   Centene is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, and values the ways in which we are different. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristic protected by applicable law.
   
   **TITLE:** Data Analyst IV - Provider Network Adequacy Reporting
   
   **LOCATION:** Various, Michigan
   
   **REQNUMBER:** 1340357

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right network data analyst for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your network data analyst job on Zippia to find and recruit network data analyst candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with network data analyst candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   Sometimes, it's not enough to interview network data analyst candidates, so you can ask them to do a test project. If you are not a technical person and don't know what a test project should be, you can use these websites:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new network data analyst

   Once you've selected the best network data analyst candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new network data analyst first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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