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.
$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
$125K - $175K *
Pioneer IT infrastructure excellence by leading teams to enhance system reliability, performance, and security in a high-stakes trading environment. Drive innovation through cloud architecture and AI...
4 days ago
Systems Administrator II (Windows)
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to provide expert administration and support for Navy IT operations, ensuring the reliability and security of critical Windows-based systems and networks while enhancing your profe...
4 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform geospatial services by leading GIS initiatives, enhancing data integration, and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate with teams to optimize infrastructure and empower decision-makers wi...
5 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of geospatial technology by leading GIS initiatives, enhancing data management, and driving innovative solutions that empower decision-making across the enterprise. Join a dynamic tea...
5 days ago
IT Lead Specialist - Enterprise Infrastructure Intelligence / SolarWinds
$100K - $120K *
Engage as a SolarWinds specialist to enhance enterprise infrastructure telemetry. Oversee monitoring, establish standards, and integrate systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability across di...
Reposted 6 days ago
IT Lead Specialist - Enterprise Infrastructure Intelligence / SolarWinds
$90K - $110K *
Drive enterprise infrastructure telemetry excellence by administering and enhancing SolarWinds monitoring across diverse domains, ensuring optimal performance and reliability through strategic governa...
3 weeks ago
Principal Specialist - IT ETRM Systems Dev
$120K - $145K *
Champion the support and development of RightAngle applications, ensuring seamless technical assistance and project coordination across business functions. Drive troubleshooting, documentation, and im...
2 days ago
Principal Specialist - IT ETRM Systems Dev
$120K - $145K *
Drive technical support and development for RightAngle applications, ensuring effective communication between business users and IT. Lead troubleshooting, documentation, and project coordination to en...
2 days ago
Principal Specialist - IT ETRM Systems Dev
$120K - $145K *
Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on RightAngle support and development. Collaborate with business users, troubleshoot issues, and drive project success while enhancing technical s...
1 week ago
Principal Specialist - IT ETRM Systems Dev
$120K - $145K *
Elevate application support and development by providing technical assistance, coordinating projects, and ensuring effective communication between business users and IT. Drive results through troubles...
1 week ago
Principal Specialist - IT ETRM Systems Dev
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in supporting and enhancing RightAngle applications, collaborating with business users to troubleshoot issues, manage projects, and deliver technical solutions while ensuring effective...
1 week ago
Systems Administrator Skill Level 3 (SA3) - 525
$170K - $201K *
Join a dynamic team driving enterprise reliability through expert system administration and troubleshooting. Optimize resource utilization and manage complex configurations, ensuring system integrity...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$210K - $220K *
Drive systems engineering excellence across the lifecycle phases, ensuring technical integrity and quality. Collaborate with government and stakeholders to manage risks and dependencies while facilita...
4 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform the future of healthcare technology by managing critical IT systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance security, reliability, and efficiency in clinical operations, ensuring seamless suppo...
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$80K - $95K *
Solve complex technical challenges as you manage and modernize critical IT infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to enhance security, reliability, and efficiency in supporting essential clinical sy...
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Lead Specialist - IT ETRM Systems Dev
$110K - $130K *
Drive the future of application support by leading technical initiatives, enhancing RightAngle systems, and collaborating with business users to ensure seamless operations and effective problem resolu...
1 week ago
$94K - $140K *
Transform the customer experience by ensuring software reliability and performance. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance product development and operational efficiency while leveraging your exper...
1 week ago
AI Infrastructure Technical Systems Engineer
$140K - $178K *
Lead the charge in architecting and optimizing enterprise AI infrastructure, collaborating with global teams to enhance performance and reliability of cutting-edge supercomputing platforms while mento...
3 days ago
AI Infrastructure Technical Systems Engineer
$140K - $178K *
Shape the future of AI infrastructure by leading architectural design, mentoring talent, and optimizing high-performance systems. Collaborate globally to enhance cutting-edge AI platforms and drive in...
3 days ago
$195K - $205K *
Deliver senior technical leadership in system administration for government IT systems, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while mentoring junior staff and optimizing training environments...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing IT configuration management for the U.S. Navy. This role involves developing and managing ITIL/ITSM programs, ensuring optimal performance and compliance in a...
3 weeks ago
Information Technology/Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist I (24/7)
$82K - $111K *
Lead the charge in cybersecurity operations, supporting DoD agencies by managing complex systems, ensuring compliance, and enhancing security protocols within Special Access Programs (SAPs)...
2 weeks ago
Information Technology/Assurance (IT/IA) Specialist I (24/7)
$82K - $111K *
Unlock potential by providing essential cybersecurity support and operational integrity for critical systems. Engage with advanced technologies, ensuring compliance and optimal performance across sens...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Infrastructure Operations Manager
$160K - $200K *
Optimize IT Infrastructure management by leading a large team to enhance service delivery, drive modernization strategies, and ensure operational excellence across multiple projects in a complex feder...
Yesterday
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.