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.
$77K - $163K *
Empower innovation by developing and delivering a robust cloud platform. Collaborate across departments to implement high-level cloud architecture and solve complex problems, ensuring seamless support...
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Systems Administrator 3 - 29784
$88K - $115K *
Elevate your career by managing network systems and cybersecurity for Navy Tactical Training, ensuring seamless operation and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support enterpris...
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$75K - $94K *
Transform technology support by ensuring seamless operations across modern workplace platforms, enhancing user experience, and driving infrastructure initiatives while collaborating with diverse teams...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Engage in critical systems administration to enhance application capabilities, support intelligence operations, and ensure seamless IT service delivery across diverse platforms and environments, contr...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Manage and optimize Linux and Windows systems, ensuring compliance and user support. Drive automation and infrastructure management using modern tools while collaborating with teams to enhance perform...
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$89K - $148K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex network infrastructures, ensuring seamless interoperability of voice, video, and data services while providing expert technical support and maintaining...
1 week ago
$146K - $175K *
Drive network infrastructure improvements and support by planning, designing, and implementing solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure documentation is current and mentor colleagues while managing...
5 days ago
Information Technology/Assurance Specialist II (IT/IA II) (TS, w/ SCI Eligibility)
$129K - $144K *
Engage with cutting-edge technology to support DoD Special Access Programs, ensuring optimal performance and security of IT systems. Collaborate with teams to maintain compliance and enhance operation...
1 week ago
Senior Technology & Security Consultant
$110K - $130K *
Support the wireless team by conducting site surveys, designing systems, and testing implementations. Analyze RF data, troubleshoot issues, and ensure optimal coverage solutions tailored to customer n...
5 days ago
Senior Technical Infrastructure Program Manager (Sr. TIPM)
$120K - $185K *
Lead cross-functional teams to drive infrastructure remediation programs, improving performance and reliability across AI and hyperscale data center environments. Collaborate with engineering and oper...
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Operational Technology Cybersecurity Lead
$96K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading OT cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring robust governance and risk management across Smart Building environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance security practice...
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Operational Technology Cybersecurity Lead
$96K - $120K *
Deliver comprehensive OT cybersecurity leadership, ensuring robust governance and risk management across Smart Building environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance security practices while...
3 days ago
System Administrator - Identity
$95K - $115K *
Champion a robust Identity and Access Management program while supporting enterprise infrastructure initiatives. Ensure secure access, manage endpoints, and enhance IT operations in a dynamic environm...
2 weeks ago
$115K - $135K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing network systems and enhancing security. As a Windows Systems Engineer SME, you'll lead technical support efforts, collaborate with experts, and ensure effici...
2 weeks ago
Systems Engineer - Enterprise Messaging & Integration
$135K - $234K *
Transform complex mission needs into actionable systems engineering solutions, providing comprehensive support across the lifecycle of enterprise messaging and communications capabilities within a mul...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Optimize portfolio management processes to drive innovation within the Intelligence Community. Collaborate with leadership to establish governance structures and decision frameworks, ensuring rapid ex...
3 weeks ago
Network Infrastructure Engineer
$80K - $95K *
Transform network infrastructure by delivering reliable solutions for capital projects and campus initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective implementation, troubleshooting, and do...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Transform the future of IT services by managing stakeholder requirements, leading cross-functional teams, and ensuring quality communication to support informed decision-making at senior leadership le...
6 days ago
Information Technology Specialist
$75K - $91K *
Shape the future of technology support by managing and enhancing IT systems. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot, train, and implement solutions that improve city-wide operations and user experienc...
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$120K - $145K *
Drive innovation and efficiency in portfolio management for the Intelligence Community. Leverage extensive program management expertise to establish processes that accelerate capability delivery and e...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $160K *
Optimize secure network infrastructure by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, configure, and maintain reliable connectivity across cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring robust...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by designing and maintaining secure network infrastructures for distributed computing and cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable connectivity a...
1 week ago
Information Security Specialist (Vulnerability Management Data Insights & Reporting )
$96K - $136K *
Join a dynamic team to transform vulnerability data into actionable insights, enhancing executive risk reporting and driving informed decision-making. Leverage your analytical skills to identify trend...
6 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Empower the future of IT by providing strategic expertise in Cloud and Enterprise Architecture. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance system performance and security while guiding complex technical...
4 days ago
AWS Infrastructure Lead - IT Operations
$108K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to optimize IT infrastructure solutions, enhance performance, and drive automation initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve complex incidents and implement s...
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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.