Looking for remote network engineering jobs that pay well? You're in the right place. With companies like Cisco, AWS, and Microsoft actively hiring, CCNA certified professionals are seeing salaries of $80K-$120K+ working from home.
Why Remote Network Engineering Jobs Are Booming
High Demand + Competitive Pay
- Remote positions offer $80K-$120K internationally
- Entry-level network engineers earn $55K-$70K
- With CCNA? Jump to $75K-$95K+
- Companies like Cisco, AWS, Microsoft, and Google actively hire CCNA engineers
- You also qualify for customer success engineer and network architect roles paying even more
Work-Life Balance
- No commute = more time for family and side projects
- Flexible schedules with most companies
- Global opportunities - work from anywhere
Top 10 Companies Hiring Remote Network Engineers Right Now
- Cisco - Cisco Learning Network, network architect roles
- AWS - Cloud network operations, infrastructure roles
- Microsoft - Azure network engineer positions
- Google Cloud - Network operations, infrastructure
- Juniper Networks - Remote support engineer roles
- Fortinet - Network security positions
- Palo Alto Networks - Security operations roles
- VMware - Network virtualization positions
- Arista Networks - Cloud networking roles
- HP/HPE - Infrastructure and network support
How to Land Your Remote Network Job: 5-Month Action Plan
Month 1-2: Build Foundation
- Choose your study material (Udemy, Cisco Learning Network, CBT Nuggets)
- Complete subnetting & OSPF basics
- Set up your home lab (GNS3 or Cisco Packet Tracer)
Month 2-3: Deep Dive
- Master CCNA topics (subnetting, OSPF, EIGRP, VLANs)
- Practice with Packet Tracer daily
- Take practice exams - aim for 90%+ before real exam
Month 3-4: Polish & Apply
- Pass CCNA exam
- Update your resume with cloud keywords (AWS, Azure)
- Apply to 10+ remote positions
Month 4-5: Land the Job
- Interview prep for network engineer roles
- Highlight your remote work readiness
- Negotiate salary ($75K+ is realistic)
Real Talk: The Money Path
- No CCNA? Start at $55K-$70K remote network support roles
- With CCNA? Entry to $75K-$95K, jump to customer success ($80K-$110K)
- 2 years experience? Network architect roles ($100K-$130K+)
- With AWS/Azure? Add $20K-$40K to base salary
Your Action Items This Week
- Pick your study platform - Udemy, Cisco Learning Network, or CBT Nuggets
- Complete one subnetting topic - start with /24 and /25 networks
- Set up your lab - download Packet Tracer today
- Apply to one role - even if you're not "ready" - get interview experience
Bottom Line
You can land a $100K+ remote network engineering role within 6 months. Companies are actively hiring, salaries are competitive, and the work-life balance is real. Start today, and you could be earning $100K+ by mid-2025.
Originally published on Life Around Tech Blog - For the complete guide with live job links and company reviews, visit the full article on our blog.
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