IT Infrastructure Specialists design, maintain, and improve the technology systems organizations rely on every day. Their work can span networks, servers, cloud platforms, storage, virtualization, endpoint environments, and infrastructure security. Browse vetted IT Infrastructure Specialist opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.
Depending on the organization and role, infrastructure specialists plan technology environments, manage deployments and upgrades, monitor performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and help ensure systems remain available and resilient. They may also automate routine operations, document standards, support disaster recovery, and coordinate with cybersecurity, engineering, and application teams.
Employers often look for experience with enterprise systems and infrastructure, including cloud services, networking, operating systems, virtualization, storage, identity management, and monitoring tools. Helpful strengths include problem-solving, scripting and automation, clear technical communication, and the ability to balance reliability, security, and cost. Requirements vary by employer and specialization; relevant certifications may be valued.
IT Infrastructure Specialists may focus on cloud infrastructure, network engineering, systems administration, platform operations, data centers, or infrastructure security. With experience, professionals can move into senior specialist, infrastructure architect, engineering manager, or technology operations leadership roles. Explore current listings to compare responsibilities and find positions aligned with your expertise and career goals.
Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search IT Infrastructure Specialist openings by location, seniority, and area of focus to identify opportunities that match your background.
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's redefining change management in healthcare. Support the adoption of innovative informatics solutions, ensuring seamless transitions and user readiness across the Veterans Health Adm...
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Senior Engineer (Azure, Terraform, Kubernetes)
$150K - $175K *
Lead the charge in architecting and managing robust cloud platforms, driving modernization efforts, and automating infrastructure solutions for large-scale enterprises. Collaborate with top engineers...
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HCM Data Migration Middleware Developer
$90K - $189K *
Join a dynamic team to lead enterprise-level Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM customizations, designing ETL pipelines and guiding migrations for federal agencies. Your expertise will ensure data integrity and...
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Software Engineer, Infrastructure
$120K - $145K *
Grow your career with an innovative team designing and managing a Kubernetes control plane for seamless deployment and operations, ensuring production reliability, customer onboarding, and infrastruct...
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$105K - $231K *
Optimize the architecture and deployment of Tenable solutions for DAF. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance IT services, drive modernization, and maintain compliance while leveraging clo...
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$127K - $206K *
Empower customer success by leading strategic service delivery for major accounts. Drive adoption of security solutions, collaborate with C-suite leaders, and manage the entire services lifecycle to m...
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$110K - $130K *
Engage in advanced engineering of the ServiceNow platform, driving stability and scalability. Collaborate with teams to implement upgrades and integrations, utilizing modern practices to enhance servi...
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$110K - $130K *
Elevate client experiences by optimizing multi-cloud hosting environments. As a key technical leader, ensure performance, security, and reliability while driving strategic improvements and collaborati...
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Consultant, OpenShift AI - Top Secret Clearance Required
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Champion the implementation of AI solutions using Red Hat OpenShift, driving client success through hands-on deployments and reusable assets. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize AI models and e...
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Senior Strategic Program Manager, Data Center and AI
$132K - $165K *
Accelerate progress at multi-site data center and AI programs valued over $25M. Lead diverse teams to ensure successful delivery, budget management, and customer satisfaction while driving executive c...
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$88K - $105K *
Support product portfolio activities by leveraging technical expertise to enhance customer satisfaction, resolve challenges, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, driving effective solutions in...
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Corporate Account Executive - Northern Ohio
$80K - $110K *
Join a team that's driving sales growth in key markets. This role focuses on building relationships, implementing strategic plans, and achieving targets while collaborating with a dynamic team in a fa...
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Application Packaging Engineer
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Deliver reliable application packaging solutions for a large federal IT environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure seamless deployment across thousands of endpoints...
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Web Developer – Application Support & Systems Testing
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Empower our team by developing and maintaining web applications that enhance user experience and support critical health programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and robu...
3 weeks ago
Principal Specialist, Records & Information Management
$86K - $165K *
Shape the future of records management by developing processes and systems that enhance compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to assess needs, analyze data, and promote best practices in r...
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Data Center Structural Engineer
$113K - $142K *
Design and develop structural engineering solutions for modular data centers. Oversee vendor collaboration, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with local codes, delivering repeatable desi...
3 weeks ago
Cybersecurity / IAM Engineer (Herndon (REMOTE), VA, US)
$90K - $208K *
Lead the design and implementation of advanced cybersecurity and IAM solutions, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with teams to embed security best practices across all enviro...
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Innovate cloud solutions by designing and automating infrastructure in Cloud.gov and Azure. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and security, driving impactful results for clients while shap...
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Security Solutions Senior Manager - Micro-Segmentation
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Control Systems Integrator III - Food & Beverage
$95K - $115K *
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2 weeks ago
Software Engineer III, Infrastructure, Google Distributed Cloud
$147K - $210K *
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What does an IT Infrastructure Specialist do?
An IT Infrastructure Specialist helps design, deploy, maintain, and troubleshoot the systems that support an organization’s technology, such as networks, servers, cloud platforms, storage, and virtualization environments.
What skills are useful for IT Infrastructure Specialist jobs?
Useful skills can include cloud platforms, networking, operating systems, virtualization, storage, infrastructure monitoring, security fundamentals, scripting, automation, and incident troubleshooting. Specific requirements depend on the role.
What qualifications do employers look for?
Employers commonly seek relevant IT experience and hands-on knowledge of enterprise infrastructure. Some roles may request a degree, vendor certifications, or specialized experience in areas such as cloud, networking, or systems administration.
How much do IT Infrastructure Specialists earn?
Compensation varies based on experience, location, specialization, and employer. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, where available.
What career paths can follow an IT Infrastructure Specialist role?
Potential paths include senior infrastructure specialist, cloud or network engineer, infrastructure architect, platform operations leader, and IT infrastructure or technology operations manager.