Explore IT Infrastructure Specialist Jobs

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.

What IT Infrastructure Specialists Do

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.

Common Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Paths and Opportunities

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.

Find IT Infrastructure Specialist Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$100K - $110K *

Drive critical cross-functional initiatives, bridging strategy and execution to enhance mobile and fixed video services. Lead project management, streamline operations, and deliver impactful reporting...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $95K *

Elevate public sector sales by forging strategic relationships, consulting on complex energy solutions, and driving market expansion while providing outstanding customer leadership. This role emphasiz...

Los Angeles, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $185K *

Unlock business growth by leading technical scoping, managing client relations, and guiding consultants. This hybrid role integrates project management with hands-on consulting to ensure accurate prop...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $266K *

Drive success as you lead a remote team of Systems Engineers to enhance technical sales and partner engagement across the Southwest Mountain region, ensuring strong product adoption in a rapidly evolv...

Colorado, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

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St. Louis, MORemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading hydrogeology and environmental projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle complex groundwater challenges, ensuring technical excellence and client sati...

Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading PMO operations for a complex federal IT program. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely execution, effective risk management, and compliance, while maintaining sche...

Chicago, ILRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $179K *

Transform the contract management landscape by expertly overseeing diverse government contracts, optimizing processes, and guiding teams to success from proposal to closeout while fostering robust sta...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $179K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

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Lansdale, PARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $249K *

Pioneer security initiatives as a Staff Information Security Engineer, enhancing our security programs and infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address threats and improve proces...

Brookfield, WIRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $145K *

Drive the future of mainframe engineering by leading z/OS systems programming, managing complex projects, and mentoring teams to ensure high availability and security of infrastructure while collabora...

Atlanta, GARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K - $175K *

Drive growth and customer engagement as a senior sales leader in our advanced technology sales unit. Build strong relationships, leverage insights, and lead strategic initiatives in the Industrial and...

New Hampshire, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead customer engagement and service delivery in cloud and compliance projects. Manage project lifecycles, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while main...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$144K - $288K *

Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, ensuring security and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support healthcare applications and syste...

Woonsocket, RIRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $133K *

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Ohio, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$74K - $87K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $271K *

Transform the global media narrative for cybersecurity by developing integrated strategies that position the organization as a leader, translating complex issues into compelling stories while supporti...

Manhattan, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $125K *

Drive modernization efforts by managing the operating system for a federal agency's data and analytics platform. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective delivery, risk management, and adherence t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate strategic analytics by leading a high-performing team to deliver impactful insights, drive business growth, and foster cross-functional collaboration through advanced data modeling and executi...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovation by leading the development of a modern auction platform, collaborating across teams to deliver scalable, maintainable software solutions that enhance digital marketplace operations...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$74K - $125K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $150K *

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Charleston, SCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $200K *

Transform backend services and REST APIs in a collaborative environment. Leverage your software engineering skills to support cyber training initiatives, utilizing modern technologies and cloud infras...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Infrastructure Specialist do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Potential paths include senior infrastructure specialist, cloud or network engineer, infrastructure architect, platform operations leader, and IT infrastructure or technology operations manager.