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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$68K - $143K *

Take ownership of IT service delivery for the Air Force, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards. Lead teams in a mission-critical environment, promoting ITSM principles and enhancing customer se...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $194K *

Join a team that's driving infrastructure excellence by architecting, deploying, and optimizing enterprise Windows Server platforms. Collaborate across engineering and manufacturing to deliver secure...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Empower your career as you lead our IT Infrastructure teams, driving strategic initiatives and continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Collaborate across functions to enhance re...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $216K *

Unlock potential by delivering robust infrastructure and system administration in classified environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational security and ensure the reliability of advanced...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $103K *

Support a dynamic IT team by troubleshooting technical issues, maintaining systems, and enhancing procedures. Collaborate with colleagues to deliver exceptional service and ensure compliance with inte...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$78K - $110K *

Take ownership of technical support for applications, hardware, and network issues. Collaborate with IT teams on projects while ensuring timely resolution of Help Desk tickets and enhancing user exper...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$78K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional technical support across various platforms. You'll troubleshoot issues, assist with special projects, and enhance user experience while ensuring t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$77K - $108K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement high-performance AI infrastructure solutions, ensuring client satisfaction through expert delivery and support of complex compute and storage systems for en...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Manage complex IT projects by overseeing design, implementation, and testing phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance while driving successful project outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leveraging your cybersecurity expertise in ICS and OT environments. Collaborate with clients to enhance their security posture through innovative networking, architecture, and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $107K *

Transform fleet operations by integrating systems for optimal performance, ensuring seamless connectivity across applications and platforms. Drive data analysis and reporting to enhance sustainability...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$149K - $175K *

Pioneer innovative infrastructure solutions in high-availability environments, driving strategic platform leadership, operational excellence, and technology sustainability for mission-critical busines...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $175K *

Elevate platform excellence by leading infrastructure strategy, enhancing operational resilience, and driving modernization to ensure maximum performance and security in mission-critical environments...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $175K *

Shape the future of enterprise infrastructure by leading high-availability platforms, ensuring exceptional operational excellence, and driving strategic modernization and resiliency initiatives across...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $175K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader in high-availability infrastructure, driving platform excellence and modernization for mission-critical environments while ensuring security and operational...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $175K *

Transform high-availability computing environments by leading infrastructure strategy and operational excellence for mission-critical systems, ensuring optimal performance, security, and resilience wh...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $175K *

Drive strategic infrastructure excellence and resilience in mission-critical environments. Lead modernization initiatives, manage operational frameworks, and ensure high availability while fostering t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $175K *

Transform enterprise infrastructure by leading high-availability platforms, ensuring operational excellence and resilience, while driving modernization and strategic investments that align with busine...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $175K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence in high-availability infrastructure environments. Lead strategic initiatives, ensure platform resiliency, and optimize mission-critical systems to ach...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $175K *

Lead the strategic direction of high-availability infrastructure platforms, driving operational excellence and modernization to support mission-critical business services while ensuring long-term tech...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $175K *

Lead a strategic team in managing high-availability infrastructure environments, ensuring exceptional performance, resiliency, and operational excellence while driving modernization and innovation acr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

Empower innovation by designing and operating cloud infrastructure for AI/ML workloads. This hands-on role requires deep GCP expertise and project coordination skills to support cutting-edge research...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Optimize virtual desktop infrastructures by designing and deploying secure, non-persistent VDI pools while ensuring session control and performance for a user base of up to 500. Focus on security, usa...

Maryland, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$176K - $186K *

Champion system administration and engineering excellence by executing configurations, installations, and customer support. Collaborate with a front-line engineering team to ensure optimal system perf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $94K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing data center and network infrastructure. Leverage your expertise in Windows and cloud environments to enhance operational efficiency and ensure high availabil...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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

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.