Infrastructure Administrator Jobs
Infrastructure Administrator jobs are open across enterprise IT, healthcare, finance, and government, covering specializations in network infrastructure, cloud systems, and virtualization, from helpdesk-adjacent junior roles to senior and lead positions. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
Find JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 49+ Infrastructure Administrator jobs
IT Infrastructure Engineer / Administrator
Are you an experienced infrastructure professional who enjoys designing, building, and maintaining reliable technology environments? Do you take pride in ownership, accountability, and delivering systems that are secure, scalable, and well-documented? Do you enjoy balancing strategic project work with the ongoing administration required to keep business-critical systems operating at peak performance?
If so, Dr. Tavel is seeking an IT Infrastructure Engineer / Administrator to lead the design, implementation, support, and long-term ownership of our core infrastructure platforms.
This position will play a critical role in modernizing and maintaining our server, virtualization, network, and cloud environments while supporting a multi-location retail organization spanning 29 locations and a corporate headquarters. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing improvements today while serving as the long-term owner of the infrastructure tomorrow.
This role reports directly to the Director of Information Technology and works closely with the Intune & Identity Administrator and Senior IT Support Administrator to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient technology services across the organization.
-
Company Facilities
Dr. Tavel currently operates:
- 29 retail locations throughout Indiana, primarily concentrated within the Indianapolis metropolitan area
- One corporate office that also houses an optical manufacturing laboratory
-
What We Offer
- A culture that values accountability, collaboration, and innovation
- Supportive leadership focused on operational excellence
- Investment in professional development and technical certifications
- Modern tools, platforms, and technologies
- Opportunity to lead major infrastructure modernization initiatives
- Ability to directly influence the future state of technology throughout the organization
-
Expected Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, with participation in an on-call and after-hours support rotation as required.
-
Position Summary
The IT Infrastructure Engineer / Administrator serves as the primary owner of the organization's server, virtualization, storage, networking, and core infrastructure platforms.
This position is responsible for designing, implementing, administering, monitoring, and continuously improving technology systems that support business operations across all locations.
During the initial phase of the role, the primary focus will be infrastructure modernization projects, including network redesign, implementation of a standardized Ubiquiti infrastructure platform, server and virtualization improvements, and enhancement of operational resiliency.
Over time, the role will transition to approximately 90% administration and operational ownership and 10% engineering and project work, with ongoing responsibility for infrastructure planning, lifecycle management, optimization, and continuous improvement.
The successful candidate will be a self-starter capable of independently identifying opportunities, developing solutions, executing projects, and maintaining accountability for the systems under their ownership.
-
Key Responsibilities
Server Administration & Operational Ownership (75%)
- Serve as the primary administrator and owner of the organization's infrastructure platforms.
- Administer and maintain Microsoft Windows Server environments including Hyper-V virtualization infrastructure, virtual machines, clustering, and host lifecycle management.
- Administer enterprise storage systems and backup platforms.
- Monitor infrastructure health, performance, capacity, and reliability.
- Manage patching, upgrades, and maintenance activities across infrastructure platforms.
- Ensure systems remain secure, supported, and compliant with organizational standards.
- Develop and maintain infrastructure documentation, standards, and operational procedures.
- Participate in disaster recovery, business continuity, backup validation, and restoration testing.
- Maintain accountability for infrastructure uptime, reliability, and overall operational health.
Network Administration (15%)
- Serve as the design authority and administrator for the organization's Ubiquiti networking environment.
- Design, deploy, and maintain a standardized Ubiquiti platform across all retail and corporate locations.
- Implement and administer Ubiquiti gateways, switches, wireless access points, and centralized management systems.
- Develop network standards and best practices for retail and corporate operations.
- Configure and maintain routing, switching, wireless, VLAN segmentation, VPN technologies, and security controls.
- Monitor network performance and proactively address reliability or capacity concerns.
- Troubleshoot complex network and connectivity issues.
- Plan and execute infrastructure upgrades and lifecycle replacement initiatives.
Infrastructure Engineering & Strategic Projects (10%)
- Lead infrastructure modernization initiatives and strategic technology projects.
- Design and implement highly available and resilient infrastructure solutions.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements.
- Support future cloud adoption and hybrid infrastructure initiatives.
- Develop infrastructure roadmaps and lifecycle management plans.
- Partner with vendors and technology providers on implementation projects.
- Participate in architecture discussions and technology planning efforts.
-
Microsoft 365 & Identity Support
While not the primary focus of the role, the IT Infrastructure Engineer / Administrator should possess working knowledge of modern Microsoft cloud technologies and be capable of supporting related initiatives when required.
Responsibilities include:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration
- Familiarity with Microsoft Intune device management
- Understanding of Microsoft Entra ID identity and access management
- Support for hybrid identity and authentication integrations
- Collaboration with the Intune & Identity Administrator on cross-functional projects and troubleshooting
-
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in systems administration, infrastructure administration, network administration, or related roles.
- Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft Windows Server environments.
- Strong experience with Hyper-V virtualization technologies.
- Experience supporting enterprise networking environments.
- Experience configuring and administering firewalls, switches, wireless infrastructure, and VPN technologies.
- Experience administering Active Directory and Group Policy.
- Experience working with backup and disaster recovery solutions.
- Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
-
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience implementing and administering Ubiquiti networking solutions at scale.
- Experience with Windows Failover Clustering.
- Experience with Storage Area Networks (SANs).
- Experience administering Microsoft Azure environments.
- Experience with Microsoft Entra ID.
- Experience with Microsoft Intune.
- Experience with Veeam, Cohesity, Rubrik, or similar backup solutions.
- Experience with PowerShell automation and scripting.
- Experience supporting retail, healthcare, manufacturing, or other distributed business environments.
- Microsoft, VMware, Cisco, Ubiquiti, or related industry certifications.
-
Success in This Role
The successful candidate will become the trusted owner of infrastructure services across the organization.
Performance will be measured through:
- Reliability and availability of infrastructure platforms
- Successful completion of infrastructure modernization projects
- Stability and performance of the organization's network environment
- Effective management of Windows Server and Hyper-V environments
- Proactive identification and mitigation of infrastructure risks
- Accuracy and completeness of documentation
- Security, resiliency, and maintainability of implemented solutions
- Ability to independently manage systems and projects from planning through completion
- Reduction of infrastructure-related outages and operational disruptions
-
Our Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is equally comfortable designing a new solution, implementing it, documenting it, and maintaining it over the long term.
They take ownership of the systems under their care, proactively identify opportunities for improvement, and understand that infrastructure excellence requires both strategic engineering and disciplined administration.
They are self-motivated, technically curious, highly accountable, and capable of independently managing complex projects while maintaining reliable day-to-day operations.
-
Benefits
- Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
- 401(k)
- Health, Rx, and Dental Insurance
- 100% Paid Parental Leave
- Vision Perk: Free eye exams and glasses for you plus significant discounts for family members
- Company Paid Life Insurance
-
Compensation
Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000 annually, commensurate with experience, technical expertise, certifications, and demonstrated success administering and engineering enterprise infrastructure environments.
-
Why This Role Matters
The IT Infrastructure Engineer / Administrator is responsible for the technology foundation that supports every employee, retail location, manufacturing operation, and business process throughout Dr. Tavel.
From Windows Server and Hyper-V to networking and cloud integration, this individual designs, builds, and maintains the infrastructure that keeps the organization running while positioning it for future growth. Their success directly impacts system reliability, operational efficiency, security, scalability, and business continuity across the enterprise.
IT Infrastructure Engineer / Administrator
Are you an experienced infrastructure professional who enjoys designing, building, and maintaining reliable technology environments? Do you take pride in ownership, accountability, and delivering systems that are secure, scalable, and well-documented? Do you enjoy balancing strategic project work with the ongoing administration required to keep business-critical systems operating at peak performance?
If so, Dr. Tavel is seeking an IT Infrastructure Engineer / Administrator to lead the design, implementation, support, and long-term ownership of our core infrastructure platforms.
This position will play a critical role in modernizing and maintaining our server, virtualization, network, and cloud environments while supporting a multi-location retail organization spanning 29 locations and a corporate headquarters. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing improvements today while serving as the long-term owner of the infrastructure tomorrow.
This role reports directly to the Director of Information Technology and works closely with the Intune & Identity Administrator and Senior IT Support Administrator to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient technology services across the organization.
-
Company Facilities
Dr. Tavel currently operates:
- 29 retail locations throughout Indiana, primarily concentrated within the Indianapolis metropolitan area
- One corporate office that also houses an optical manufacturing laboratory
-
What We Offer
- A culture that values accountability, collaboration, and innovation
- Supportive leadership focused on operational excellence
- Investment in professional development and technical certifications
- Modern tools, platforms, and technologies
- Opportunity to lead major infrastructure modernization initiatives
- Ability to directly influence the future state of technology throughout the organization
-
Expected Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, with participation in an on-call and after-hours support rotation as required.
-
Position Summary
The IT Infrastructure Engineer / Administrator serves as the primary owner of the organization's server, virtualization, storage, networking, and core infrastructure platforms.
This position is responsible for designing, implementing, administering, monitoring, and continuously improving technology systems that support business operations across all locations.
During the initial phase of the role, the primary focus will be infrastructure modernization projects, including network redesign, implementation of a standardized Ubiquiti infrastructure platform, server and virtualization improvements, and enhancement of operational resiliency.
Over time, the role will transition to approximately 90% administration and operational ownership and 10% engineering and project work, with ongoing responsibility for infrastructure planning, lifecycle management, optimization, and continuous improvement.
The successful candidate will be a self-starter capable of independently identifying opportunities, developing solutions, executing projects, and maintaining accountability for the systems under their ownership.
-
Key Responsibilities
Server Administration & Operational Ownership (75%)
- Serve as the primary administrator and owner of the organization's infrastructure platforms.
- Administer and maintain Microsoft Windows Server environments including Hyper-V virtualization infrastructure, virtual machines, clustering, and host lifecycle management.
- Administer enterprise storage systems and backup platforms.
- Monitor infrastructure health, performance, capacity, and reliability.
- Manage patching, upgrades, and maintenance activities across infrastructure platforms.
- Ensure systems remain secure, supported, and compliant with organizational standards.
- Develop and maintain infrastructure documentation, standards, and operational procedures.
- Participate in disaster recovery, business continuity, backup validation, and restoration testing.
- Maintain accountability for infrastructure uptime, reliability, and overall operational health.
Network Administration (15%)
- Serve as the design authority and administrator for the organization's Ubiquiti networking environment.
- Design, deploy, and maintain a standardized Ubiquiti platform across all retail and corporate locations.
- Implement and administer Ubiquiti gateways, switches, wireless access points, and centralized management systems.
- Develop network standards and best practices for retail and corporate operations.
- Configure and maintain routing, switching, wireless, VLAN segmentation, VPN technologies, and security controls.
- Monitor network performance and proactively address reliability or capacity concerns.
- Troubleshoot complex network and connectivity issues.
- Plan and execute infrastructure upgrades and lifecycle replacement initiatives.
Infrastructure Engineering & Strategic Projects (10%)
- Lead infrastructure modernization initiatives and strategic technology projects.
- Design and implement highly available and resilient infrastructure solutions.
- Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements.
- Support future cloud adoption and hybrid infrastructure initiatives.
- Develop infrastructure roadmaps and lifecycle management plans.
- Partner with vendors and technology providers on implementation projects.
- Participate in architecture discussions and technology planning efforts.
-
Microsoft 365 & Identity Support
While not the primary focus of the role, the IT Infrastructure Engineer / Administrator should possess working knowledge of modern Microsoft cloud technologies and be capable of supporting related initiatives when required.
Responsibilities include:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 administration
- Familiarity with Microsoft Intune device management
- Understanding of Microsoft Entra ID identity and access management
- Support for hybrid identity and authentication integrations
- Collaboration with the Intune & Identity Administrator on cross-functional projects and troubleshooting
-
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in systems administration, infrastructure administration, network administration, or related roles.
- Demonstrated experience administering Microsoft Windows Server environments.
- Strong experience with Hyper-V virtualization technologies.
- Experience supporting enterprise networking environments.
- Experience configuring and administering firewalls, switches, wireless infrastructure, and VPN technologies.
- Experience administering Active Directory and Group Policy.
- Experience working with backup and disaster recovery solutions.
- Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
-
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience implementing and administering Ubiquiti networking solutions at scale.
- Experience with Windows Failover Clustering.
- Experience with Storage Area Networks (SANs).
- Experience administering Microsoft Azure environments.
- Experience with Microsoft Entra ID.
- Experience with Microsoft Intune.
- Experience with Veeam, Cohesity, Rubrik, or similar backup solutions.
- Experience with PowerShell automation and scripting.
- Experience supporting retail, healthcare, manufacturing, or other distributed business environments.
- Microsoft, VMware, Cisco, Ubiquiti, or related industry certifications.
-
Success in This Role
The successful candidate will become the trusted owner of infrastructure services across the organization.
Performance will be measured through:
- Reliability and availability of infrastructure platforms
- Successful completion of infrastructure modernization projects
- Stability and performance of the organization's network environment
- Effective management of Windows Server and Hyper-V environments
- Proactive identification and mitigation of infrastructure risks
- Accuracy and completeness of documentation
- Security, resiliency, and maintainability of implemented solutions
- Ability to independently manage systems and projects from planning through completion
- Reduction of infrastructure-related outages and operational disruptions
-
Our Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is equally comfortable designing a new solution, implementing it, documenting it, and maintaining it over the long term.
They take ownership of the systems under their care, proactively identify opportunities for improvement, and understand that infrastructure excellence requires both strategic engineering and disciplined administration.
They are self-motivated, technically curious, highly accountable, and capable of independently managing complex projects while maintaining reliable day-to-day operations.
-
Benefits
- Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
- 401(k)
- Health, Rx, and Dental Insurance
- 100% Paid Parental Leave
- Vision Perk: Free eye exams and glasses for you plus significant discounts for family members
- Company Paid Life Insurance
-
Compensation
Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000 annually, commensurate with experience, technical expertise, certifications, and demonstrated success administering and engineering enterprise infrastructure environments.
-
Why This Role Matters
The IT Infrastructure Engineer / Administrator is responsible for the technology foundation that supports every employee, retail location, manufacturing operation, and business process throughout Dr. Tavel.
From Windows Server and Hyper-V to networking and cloud integration, this individual designs, builds, and maintains the infrastructure that keeps the organization running while positioning it for future growth. Their success directly impacts system reliability, operational efficiency, security, scalability, and business continuity across the enterprise.
See All 49 Infrastructure Administrator Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find JobsInfrastructure Administrator Job Market
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Manufacturing
- Science & Research
- Electronics & Hardware
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in infrastructure administrator jobs.
- Experience administering Windows Server and Active Directory environments
- Hands-on knowledge of virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere or Hyper-V
- Proficiency in networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and VPN
- Experience with backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity procedures
- Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Server+, or Microsoft certifications
- Experience with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud
Tips for Your Infrastructure Administrator Job Search
Tailor your resume to each environment
Infrastructure administrator roles differ sharply between on-premises data centers and cloud-hybrid environments. Rewrite your resume's skills section to mirror the stack named in each posting, whether that's VMware, Azure, or bare-metal Linux, so it clears the ATS screen.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists infrastructure administrator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
List certifications with their current version
Hiring managers for infrastructure roles check whether your CompTIA, Microsoft, or Cisco certification is still valid and current. Write the full credential name, version number if applicable, and expiration year next to each cert so reviewers don't have to guess or disqualify you on a technicality.
Quantify outage reduction and uptime wins
Generic phrases like 'maintained server stability' get skipped. Replace them with concrete outcomes: systems you patched, downtime you reduced, or backup windows you shortened. Reviewers for infrastructure roles respond to evidence of reliability, not responsibility.
Prep for the technical screen before the panel
Most infrastructure administrator interviews include a live troubleshooting or configuration scenario before you meet a full panel. Practice walking through a DNS misconfiguration diagnosis or a failed Active Directory replication out loud, so your reasoning is clear under time pressure.
Negotiate scope before discussing compensation
Infrastructure administrator offers vary widely based on on-call obligations, hardware budget ownership, and whether the role is a one-person IT department or part of a larger ops team. Clarify those responsibilities first so your counteroffer reflects the actual workload you're accepting.
Infrastructure Administrator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most infrastructure administrators?
The Amatriot, CACI International, and SAIC are hiring the most infrastructure administrators right now, with openings concentrated in Virginia, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is particularly strong at managed service providers, large healthcare systems, and financial institutions maintaining complex on-premises and hybrid environments.
How many infrastructure administrator jobs are remote?
About 48% of infrastructure administrator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies by specialization. Cloud infrastructure and monitoring-focused roles are most likely to be remote, while positions involving physical hardware, data center operations, or hands-on network equipment typically require on-site presence at least part of the time.
How do you become an infrastructure administrator?
Start by building foundational knowledge in networking, operating systems, and virtualization through self-study or a degree in information technology or a related field. Earn entry-level certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or a Microsoft associate credential. Gain hands-on experience through helpdesk, junior sysadmin, or internship roles, then progress into infrastructure responsibilities by supporting servers, managing Active Directory, and maintaining backups in a real production environment.
Can I get an infrastructure administrator job with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level infrastructure administrator roles exist, particularly at managed service providers and mid-size companies that need generalist IT support. Build a home lab running Windows Server, Active Directory, and a hypervisor to demonstrate hands-on skills. Certifications like CompTIA Network+ and Server+ signal technical readiness to hiring managers even without years of professional experience on your resume.
What does the infrastructure administrator interview process look like?
Most processes start with a recruiter or HR screen, followed by a technical interview where you walk through your experience with specific tools and troubleshoot a scenario such as a failed login or network outage. Some employers add a practical assessment or ask you to review a network diagram. Final rounds typically involve a conversation with the IT manager or department lead about team fit, on-call expectations, and project ownership.
Where can I find and apply to infrastructure administrator jobs?
You can find and apply to infrastructure administrator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
See All 49 Infrastructure Administrator Jobs
Find roles that match your experience and apply in just a few clicks.
Find Jobs