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.
$140K - $165K *
Transform virtual desktop infrastructure by engineering, administering, and optimizing VDI solutions. Collaborate with teams to resolve complex issues, enhance security, and ensure reliable service de...
6 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Join us to design and support robust network infrastructures across diverse environments, ensuring reliable connectivity for corporate and field operations while collaborating with IT and project team...
4 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Join a dynamic team to design and support robust network solutions across diverse environments, ensuring reliable connectivity for projects and remote locations while collaborating with IT and constru...
4 days ago
Cybersecurity Integration Lead- EXIM
$120K - $145K *
Empower secure software development by leading continuous authorization efforts, ensuring compliance with NIST standards, and integrating security into DevSecOps practices for a transformative moderni...
1 week ago
Cyber Cloud Implementation Engineer
$135K - $145K *
Join a dynamic team as you secure complex systems by developing innovative cybersecurity solutions using cloud services and engineering best practices. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance capabi...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
IT Specialist (PLCYPLN/ENTARCH)
$110K - $130K *
Transform enterprise IT governance by overseeing strategic planning, compliance, and risk management. Collaborate with executive teams to enhance cybersecurity and optimize a $1.5 billion IT portfolio...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Lead cybersecurity initiatives by analyzing threats, enhancing security measures, and conducting investigations to protect IT systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to present findings and implement c...
5 days ago
Network Administrator (Network Communications 3)
$82K - $105K *
Join our dynamic team to ensure continuous network connectivity and support for complex systems in a critical operational environment. Leverage your expertise in network operations and troubleshooting...
Reposted 6 days ago
System Design Specialist, Intermediate
$95K - $118K *
Accelerate system design innovation and analysis for Communication-Based Train Control (CBTC) systems, ensuring technical compliance and customer satisfaction while delivering projects on time and bud...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Deliver complex IT projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and utilizing Agile and Waterfall methodologies. Drive project success from planning to implemen...
1 week ago
$160K - $212K *
Support large-scale Linux systems by managing installations, operations, and security. Engage in troubleshooting, optimizing performance, and ensuring system integrity while providing Tier 1 and Tier...
4 days ago
Senior Specialist, Site Reliability Engineer
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of site reliability engineering. Leverage your skills in automation, cloud technologies, and CI/CD practices to enhance operational efficiency and reliability acr...
1 week ago
Solution Sales Specialist for Enterprise Integration and Process Orchestration
$150K - $170K *
Drive solution sales in Enterprise Integration and Process Orchestration, focusing on high-impact client engagement and business growth in regulated industries. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimi...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager Technical Project Mgmt. (IT) Manager
$100K - $120K *
Lead and deliver transformative IT projects globally, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Manage cross-functional teams, budgets, and timelines while driving process efficiencies and stakehol...
1 week ago
Specialist, Artificial Intelligence Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Transform operational efficiency by developing AI and automation solutions that enhance security engineering and systems administration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement scalable t...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Infrastructure Engineering
$110K - $130K *
Lead the operational management of enterprise infrastructure, ensuring security, reliability, and compliance across network and cloud environments. Drive cyber operations and collaborate with external...
2 weeks ago
Analyst, IT Governance, Risk, and Compliance
$80K - $95K *
Empower cybersecurity compliance initiatives by assessing controls, ensuring adherence to regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to maintain readiness for industry standards and ce...
2 weeks ago
Network Installation Technician
$80K - $90K *
Lead the charge in network installations, ensuring compliance with MSC and ABS standards while providing technical support and troubleshooting for system implementations and upgrades across a global f...
5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate enterprise IT infrastructure by managing cloud, networking, and security systems. Lead upgrades, mentor staff, and enhance cybersecurity while collaborating with a global team to drive impactf...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Empower our global technology infrastructure by managing and optimizing IT systems, cloud services, and cybersecurity initiatives. Collaborate with a talented team to drive digital transformation and...
1 week ago
$80K - $100K *
Empower your career by managing enterprise Linux systems, automating processes, and ensuring security. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure reliability and support cutting-edge solutions i...
1 week ago
Mission Growth Specialist, IHSS, Cyber Practice
$179K - $318K *
Lead the charge in expanding cyber capabilities across federal accounts. Drive business development, capture new opportunities, and enhance existing contracts while collaborating with technical teams...
6 days ago
Configuration Management Specialist - Senior
$75K - $90K *
Transform your career by managing configuration control and engineering changes for a DoD agency's network infrastructure. Ensure compliance and accuracy in technical documentation while collaborating...
4 days ago
Configuration Management Specialist - Senior
$75K - $90K *
Champion configuration management processes for a DoD agency, ensuring compliance and accuracy in network infrastructure documentation. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to maintain configur...
4 days ago
Configuration Management Specialist - Senior
$75K - $90K *
Champion configuration management excellence by overseeing processes, ensuring compliance, and maintaining documentation for a DoD agency's network infrastructure. Collaborate with engineers and stake...
4 days ago
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.