How to hire a network operations analyst

How to hire a network operations analyst, step by step

Here's a step-by-step network operations 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 operations analyst job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new network operations analyst
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a network operations analyst, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect network operations analyst also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   Here's a comparison of network operations analyst salaries for various roles:

   Type of Network Operations Analyst	Description	Hourly rate
   Network Operations Analyst	Computer networks are critical parts of almost every organization. Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of these networks.	$24-43
   NOC Technician	A NOC (Network Operations Center) technician is responsible for providing the highest customer service by resolving the customers' technical and network issues that affect the performance and stability of the systems operations. NOC technicians diagnose system failures and create support tickets for immediate troubleshooting... Show more	$14-32
   Analyst	Analysts are employees or individual contributors with a vast experience in a particular field that help the organization address challenges. They help the organization improve processes, policies, and other operations protocol by studying the current processes in place and determining the effectiveness of those processes... Show more	$25-47

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Network Operations
   • Troubleshoot
   • Switches
   • Linux
   • Remedy
   • Routers
   • NOC
   • Technical Support
   • Customer Service
   • TCP/IP
   • ITIL
   • Network Infrastructure
   • VPN
   • DOD

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   Responsibilities:

   • Coordinate and manage all vendor quotes per SLA to meet business needs.
   • Manage site to site VPN connectivity and configuration as well as DMZ configuration.
   • Manage technicians to perform circuit upgrades on Cisco routers and upgrades to voice over IP (VOIP).
   • Select to train on a new customer database system to facilitate managing client telecommunication data.
   • Monitor and perform root cause analysis on issues with corporate loop, distribution switches, and Internet routers.
   • Maintain the availability and support of UNIX, NT WIN2000 and WIN2003, and LINUX server operating systems.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your network operations analyst job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A network operations analyst salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, network operations analysts' average salary in montana is 36% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level network operations analysts earn 45% less than senior-level network operations analysts.
   • Certifications. A network operations analyst with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a network operations analyst's salary.

   Average network operations analyst salary

   $67,814yearly

   $32.60 hourly rate

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   Entry-level network operations analyst salary

   $50,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

   Average network operations analyst salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$87,001	$42
   2	Nevada	$74,296	$36
   3	Texas	$73,310	$35
   4	Oregon	$70,978	$34
   5	New York	$67,862	$33
   6	New Jersey	$67,705	$33
   7	Massachusetts	$66,600	$32
   8	Connecticut	$66,342	$32
   9	Louisiana	$65,959	$32
   10	North Carolina	$65,807	$32
   11	Michigan	$61,380	$30
   12	Colorado	$61,256	$29
   13	Georgia	$59,948	$29
   14	Illinois	$59,901	$29
   15	Kansas	$57,824	$28
   16	Maryland	$57,073	$27
   17	Utah	$55,490	$27
   18	Missouri	$52,890	$25

   Average network operations analyst salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	BP America Inc	$109,360	$52.58	5
   2	Google	$106,484	$51.19	110
   3	BNY Mellon	$89,431	$43.00	24
   4	Mastercard	$84,297	$40.53	21
   5	Colgate-Palmolive	$84,062	$40.41	19
   6	Pacific Gas and Electric	$80,332	$38.62
   7	NaviNet	$80,113	$38.52
   8	BGC Partners	$78,742	$37.86
   9	Jacobs Engineering Group	$78,019	$37.51
   10	University of California-Berkeley	$75,844	$36.46	1
   11	Salesforce	$73,396	$35.29	5
   12	Booz Allen Hamilton	$71,309	$34.28	136
   13	Intercontinental Exchange Holdings Inc	$68,654	$33.01
   14	Jacobs Enterprises	$68,637	$33.00	142
   15	ASRC Federal	$68,315	$32.84	15
   16	Peraton	$67,662	$32.53	109
   17	Netcom Technologies	$67,116	$32.27
   18	Criterion Systems	$66,893	$32.16
   19	Recruit	$66,829	$32.13	4
   20	JMA Wireless	$66,819	$32.12

4. Writing a network operations analyst job description

   A good network operations analyst job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a network operations analyst job description:

   Network operations analyst job description example

   The Provider Network Operations Analyst III executes small to medium scale project plans.
   
   Essential Functions:
   Assisting in strategic and business planning, including strategic initiative identification and resource planning Partner with leadership within business area to determine and prioritize opportunities to achieve the goals of the enterprise Act as a business liaison between the markets and various operational departments on key initiatives within the portfolio, including coordination for internal and external activities Recognize and proactively manage operational dependencies and risks across strategic initiatives and process improvements Facilitate the identification of steps needed for operational readiness through initiative oversight and providing regular reporting and maintain ongoing communications to management Develop and maintain an in-depth knowledge of the company's business and regulatory environments Perform any other job related instructions, as requested
   
   Education and Experience:
   Bachelor of Science/Arts degree or equivalent years of relevant work experience is required Minimum of five (5) years of business management or health care operations experience in insurance, managed care, or related industry is required Three (3) years of experience in leading business initiatives to drive systemic change is preferred
   
   Competencies, Knowledge and Skills:
   Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite to include Word, Excel and PowerPointEffective identification of business problems, assessment of proposed solutions to those problems, and understanding of the needs of business partners Proven experience with project management tools and resolution of open issues Ability to execute medium to large scope project plans including business requirements gathering, definition/prioritization, project scope definition, project staffing requirements, application configuration, testing approach, training, documentation, reporting strategy and change management process Comprehensive knowledge of project methodology, scheduling, and forecasting skills Excellent written and verbal communication and interaction skills Knowledge of regulatory reporting and compliance requirements Effective problem solving skills with attention to detail Ability to develop, prioritize and accomplish goals
   
   Licensure and Certification:
   None
   
   Working Conditions:
   General office environment; may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time
   
   Organization Level Competencies
   Leveraging FeedbackCustomer OrientationValuing DifferencesManaging WorkEarning TrustQuality OrientationAdaptabilityInfluencingCollaborating
   
   This job description is not all inclusive. CareSource reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. CareSource is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran status. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right network operations analyst for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with network operations analysts they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit network operations analysts who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your network operations analyst job on Zippia to find and attract quality network operations analyst candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit network operations analysts, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up 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 operations 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 operations analyst

   Once you have selected a candidate for the network operations analyst position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new network operations analyst. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

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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