Network Operations Center (NOC) Engineer

Inabia Software & Consulting; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Inabia Software & Consulting seeks a skilled NOC Engineer to monitor and maintain enterprise and OT network infrastructure. You will detect faults, troubleshoot issues, and resolve incidents while coordinating with telecom vendors and ISPs.

This role supports backhaul systems and Linux applications in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has 3+ years in NOC/telecom contexts, strong TCP/IP and routing knowledge, and experience with monitoring tools like SolarWinds, PRTG, Nagios, or

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in NOC, Network Operations, telecom, ISP, or network support environments.
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, routing & switching, VLANs, DNS/DHCP, VPNs, and network monitoring tools.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting of routers, switches, firewalls, and WAN connectivity.
• Experience supporting telecom carrier, ISP, or enterprise networks.
• Linux administration and troubleshooting experience.
• Understanding of incident management, problem management, and root cause analysis.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and support enterprise and OT network infrastructure.
• Perform network fault detection, troubleshooting, and incident resolution.
• Support microwave radio communication and backhaul systems.
• Coordinate with telecom vendors, ISPs, and third‑party providers.
• Manage incidents, escalations, and SLA‑driven service restoration.
• Support Linux‑based systems and applications.
• Execute maintenance activities, upgrades, and configuration changes.
• Create incident reports and RCA documentation.
• Participate in shift‑based and on‑call operations.

Skills

TCP/IP

Routing & Switching

VLANs

DNS/DHCP

VPNs

Network Monitoring Tools

Linux administration

Incident Management

Problem Management

Root Cause Analysis

Education

CCNA / CCNP

CompTIA Network+

RHCSA / LPIC / Linux

Tools

SolarWinds

PRTG

Nagios

Zabbix

Job description

We are seeking a skilled NOC Engineer to monitor, support, and maintain mission-critical

network and telecommunications infrastructure. The role involves network monitoring, incident

management, troubleshooting connectivity issues, and ensuring high system availability.

Experience with telecom networks, operational technology (OT), and railway communications

environments is highly desirable.

Required Experience & Skills

• 3 years of experience in NOC, Network Operations, Telecom, ISP, or Network Support environments
• Strong knowledge of:
  • TCP/IP
  • Routing & Switching
  • VLANs
  • DNS/DHCP
  • VPNs
  • Network Monitoring Tools
• Hands‑on troubleshooting of routers, switches, firewalls, and WAN connectivity
• Experience supporting Telecom Carrier, ISP, or Enterprise Networks
• Linux administration and troubleshooting experience
• Understanding of Incident Management, Problem Management, and Root Cause Analysis
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and support enterprise and OT network infrastructure
• Perform network fault detection, troubleshooting, and incident resolution
• Support microwave radio communication and backhaul systems
• Coordinate with telecom vendors, ISPs, and third-party providers
• Manage incidents, escalations, and SLA-driven service restoration
• Support Linux-based systems and applications
• Execute maintenance activities, upgrades, and configuration changes
• Create incident reports and RCA documentation
• Participate in shift-based and on-call operations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in railway, transportation, or critical infrastructure environments
• Knowledge of:
  • Positive Train Control (PTC)
  • Centralized Traffic Control (CTC)
  • Rail Communication Networks
  • SCADA and OT environments
• Experience with SolarWinds, PRTG, Nagios, Zabbix, or similar tools
• Certifications:
  • CCNA / CCNP
  • CompTIA Network
  • RHCSA / LPIC / Linux