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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$128K - $156K *

Support IT systems through troubleshooting and maintenance while delivering top-tier client support. Collaborate across teams to enhance system performance, manage daily operations, and provide effect...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive the optimization and management of Storage solutions. Support enterprise systems and ensure efficient functionality while leading remote technical support and driving incident resolution for enh...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the advancement of enterprise storage solutions by delivering expert support and optimization strategies. Focus on improving client service and storage administration efficiencies across diver...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Deliver exceptional IT security solutions by managing security controls and collaborating across teams to enhance resilience and protect against evolving threats in a dynamic enterprise environment...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Transform IT security operations by managing controls and enhancing resilience. Collaborate across teams to develop robust security procedures, ensuring protection against evolving threats while foste...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Transform IT security operations by managing controls and enhancing resilience. Collaborate across teams to develop robust security procedures and communicate effectively to safeguard our enterprise a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to safeguard IT systems and enhance security operations. Collaborate across departments to develop robust security measures, manage risk, and protect against evolving threats in a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Drive IT security excellence by managing security controls and risk management. Collaborate across teams to enhance security procedures and protect against evolving threats, ensuring seamless business...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$60K - $180K *

Champion the management and support of advanced security systems and IT infrastructure. Leverage your expertise in Windows environments and physical access control to ensure operational reliability an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $149K *

Transform network infrastructure by managing WAN connectivity, optimizing performance, and ensuring security across diverse locations. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability and support busines...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $188K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Linux infrastructure in a hybrid cloud environment. Contribute to architectural design, maintain systems, and automate workflows while collaborating with diver...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $188K *

Join a dynamic Linux engineering team to design and maintain robust cloud solutions, ensuring system reliability and operational efficiency while collaborating across technical teams to drive innovati...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $108K *

Transform endpoint management by implementing and enhancing solutions across diverse systems. Collaborate with IT teams and users to develop strategic roadmaps, ensuring effective technical solutions...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Innovate within a critical project team, driving the deployment of advanced network services. Engage with diverse technical experts to implement and optimize infrastructure solutions supporting global...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing IT systems and enhancing performance across enterprise environments. You'll tackle advanced troubleshooting and system monitoring, ensuring reliable operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $156K *

Engage in vital IT system support by managing infrastructure, troubleshooting, and providing user assistance. Contribute to system operations and ensure smooth connectivity across devices while optimi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform IT operations by ensuring security, compliance, and reliable infrastructure. Lead projects independently in a fast-paced environment, enabling scientific advancements and supporting a motiva...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as you lead IT initiatives, enhance client partnerships, and drive technology solutions across diverse environments. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver exceptional servic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing systems and user support. As a Systems Administrator, you'll manage Linux and Windows environments, ensuring compliance and performance while collaborating i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engineer your career by managing core IT systems and cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure security, scalability, and efficient application deployment while maintaining enterprise app...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing system administration excellence. Leverage your expertise in Linux, firewall management, and DevOps to lead a small team in a dynamic environment focused on r...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize system performance and security by managing Linux environments, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and leading a small team in a dynamic, on-site role focused on advanced system administration and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $135K *

Optimize enterprise systems by managing and troubleshooting network, server, and storage infrastructure. Collaborate on upgrades, cybersecurity, and user support while maintaining documentation and en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to implement and maintain IT systems across diverse environments, ensuring high performance and security for mission-critical operations. Collaborate with engineers to support vita...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $115K *

Help us ensure operational excellence in IT infrastructure by providing ongoing support, monitoring system health, and collaborating across teams to optimize performance and efficiency in a dynamic, i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.