IT Infrastructure Administrator Jobs

Explore IT Infrastructure Administrator opportunities for experienced technology professionals who keep business-critical systems reliable, secure, and ready to scale. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, including openings in infrastructure operations, systems administration, networking, cloud platforms, and enterprise support.

What IT Infrastructure Administrators Do

IT Infrastructure Administrators manage the technology foundations organizations rely on every day. Responsibilities may include maintaining servers and operating systems, administering networks and identity services, monitoring performance and availability, managing backups and disaster recovery, and resolving complex infrastructure issues. Many roles also contribute to cloud migration, automation, security controls, and technology planning.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for hands-on experience with Windows or Linux environments, virtualization, cloud services, networking, storage, and endpoint or directory management. Scripting, configuration management, monitoring, incident response, and strong documentation skills can also be valuable. Certifications and expertise in platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, VMware, or Cisco may help demonstrate specialized knowledge, depending on the role.

Career Paths in IT Infrastructure

Infrastructure administrators can advance into senior systems or network administration, cloud engineering, infrastructure architecture, site reliability engineering, IT operations leadership, or cybersecurity. Roles vary by organization: some focus on a particular platform, while others oversee hybrid environments that combine on-premises data centers and cloud services.

Find IT Infrastructure Administrator Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted IT Infrastructure Administrator jobs and related opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its technology stack, responsibilities, location, and experience requirements to find roles that align with your career goals.

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$94K - $130K *

Join our team to lead the planning and execution of wireless network projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders and manage cross-functional teams to drive s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $225K *

Unlock potential by supporting hands-on delivery of data center infrastructure, managing hardware installations, and ensuring optimal performance of enterprise systems in a dynamic environment...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $170K *

Champion the administration and optimization of Siemens Teamcenter PLM systems, ensuring seamless integration and support for engineering teams. Drive system enhancements, troubleshoot complex issues...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative tools and services that enhance business strategies, ensuring compliance with architectural standards while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and e...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive the administration of core SaaS platforms, ensuring seamless integration and functionality across systems. Collaborate with teams to document standards, automate tasks, and support business func...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Champion IT infrastructure support by providing essential technical assistance and maintenance. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment to enhance user access, endpoint management, cybersecurity, and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in ensuring 100% uptime for Data Center operations, driving process improvements, technical support, and effective communication to enhance customer integration and facility management...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by providing expert Linux system administration support, enhancing performance and security for critical systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement solutions and ensure d...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $138K *

Support and maintain a secure IT environment, ensuring reliable systems and user services. Troubleshoot technical issues, assist users, and uphold compliance with security standards while managing inf...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $138K *

Join us to support and maintain a secure IT environment, ensuring reliable systems and user services. You'll troubleshoot issues, assist users, and uphold compliance while managing infrastructure and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower progress at a major national laboratory by managing Linux systems, ensuring optimal performance, and supporting mission-critical computing objectives through advanced scripting and system admi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to engineering and supporting cutting-edge end-user computing technologies in a dynamic financial services environment, ensuring seamless operations and exceptional user e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Support cybersecurity compliance initiatives by assisting in policy development, audits, and risk assessments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to security controls and main...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$75K - $95K *

Elevate cybersecurity compliance by supporting policy development, audits, and risk assessments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security controls are effective and aligned with orga...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$280K - $300K *

Drive the establishment of infrastructure standards and governance, ensuring a scalable, resilient global environment. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance operational practices, manage lifecycle go...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $206K *

Champion the administration of global Linux systems, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with teams to enhance network efficiency and implement robust security measures while provid...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $206K *

Unlock your potential as a Linux Systems Administrator, managing global IT operations, optimizing performance, and enhancing security in a collaborative environment. Drive innovation and ensure system...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize and secure organizational infrastructure while managing complex systems. Offer advanced support, lead implementations, and resolve intricate issues across servers, networks, applications, and...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$69K - $98K *

Elevate operational excellence by providing comprehensive support for applications and systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance performance, manage incidents, and ensure service availability...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$96K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team as you analyze, configure, and maintain diverse systems, ensuring seamless operations across cloud services and voice technologies. Leverage your expertise to support strategic tec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining efficient multi-user systems. Leverage your expertise in systems administration to enhance performance, troubleshoot issues, and support users while collabo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $225K *

Unlock potential by overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex network infrastructures, ensuring robust security and performance while collaborating with various stakeholders to...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $225K *

Empower your potential while leading network management efforts, designing architectures, and resolving complex infrastructure issues. Collaborate with teams to enhance development capabilities and dr...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $158K *

Elevate IT infrastructure by managing and securing containerized applications, ensuring optimal performance and availability. Collaborate on troubleshooting, upgrades, and documentation to support a r...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $218K *

Engage with a dynamic team as you manage databases and support users. As a Systems Administrator, you will perform critical help desk functions and ensure software reliability, all while driving solut...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Infrastructure Administrator do?question toggle

    An IT Infrastructure Administrator maintains and supports the systems, networks, servers, cloud services, and related tools that organizations use to operate. The work can include monitoring availability, troubleshooting incidents, managing access, applying updates, and supporting backups and security.

  • What skills are commonly required for IT Infrastructure Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek experience with Windows or Linux administration, networking, virtualization, cloud platforms, identity and access management, monitoring, and scripting. Communication, troubleshooting, and documentation skills are also important.

  • Which certifications can help IT Infrastructure Administrators?question toggle

    Depending on the position, certifications in AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, VMware, Cisco, or security may be useful. The most relevant credential depends on the employer's technology environment and the role's responsibilities.

  • What career paths can follow an IT Infrastructure Administrator role?question toggle

    Professionals may progress into senior infrastructure administration, cloud engineering, network architecture, site reliability engineering, IT operations management, or cybersecurity roles.

  • Are IT Infrastructure Administrator jobs available that pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying IT infrastructure opportunities. Compensation and requirements vary by employer, location, and experience.