As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Network Operations Director in the United States is $192,506. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $159,787 to a high of $231,806, with most professionals earning between $175,379 and $213,077.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $213,077 | $17,756 | $4,098 | $102 |
| Average | $192,506 | $16,042 | $3,702 | $93 |
| 25th Percentile | $175,379 | $14,615 | $3,373 | $84 |
An entry-level Network Operations Director with less than 1 year of experience earns about $182,526. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $183,951. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $185,852. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $188,702, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $192,264.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Network Operations Director | $182,526 |
| Intermediate Level Network Operations Director | $183,951 |
| Senior Level Network Operations Director | $185,852 |
| Specialist Level Network Operations Director | $188,702 |
| Expert Level Network Operations Director | $192,264 |
| Entry Level | 5% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 3% |
| Top Level | 2% |
| Experienced | 0% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Network Operations Director compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $182,385 in 2023 to approximately $180,289 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Network Operations Director salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $192,506 | 64.9% | ||
| Bonus | $29,134 | 9.8% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $13,667 | 4.6% | ||
| 401K/403B | $9,309 | 3.1% | ||
| Disability | $4,433 | 1.5% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 2.8% | ||
| Pension | $11,969 | 4.0% | ||
| Time Off | $27,279 | 9.2% | ||
| Total Compensation | $296,647 | 100% | ||
The average annual salary of Network Operations Director is $192,506. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Network Operations Director is $93; the average weekly pay of Network Operations Director is $3,702; the average monthly pay of Network Operations Director is $16,042.
A Network Operations Director's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Network Operations Director earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Network Operations Director is $241,595.
The highest pay for Network Operations Director is $231,806.
The lowest pay for Network Operations Director is $159,787.
Network Operations Director directs the overall operations of the organization's network infrastructure, including hardware, software, security, and services, to ensure it meets the organization's performance objectives. Establishes policies and procedures that ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, minimize downtime, and support efficient operations. Being a Network Operations Director develops network administrators and technicians with training in the best practices and technologies. Leads troubleshooting and resolution of significant network issues and conducts root cause analysis (RCA) to prevent recurrences and identify potential technological, training, or process improvements. Additionally, Network Operations Director manages budgets to ensure required tools and equipment are procured and maintained. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering or it. Typically reports to senior management. The Network Operations Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Network Operations Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function.
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