Entry Level Infrastructure Lead Jobs
New grad infrastructure lead jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong internship record or hands-on portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Technology & Software, Science & Research, and Artificial Intelligence, with employers like Amazon, OpenAI, and Google hiring at this level now.
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Infrastructure Engineer
Will provide onsite deskside Tier 2 support through performing the following duties:
Job Duties:
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Performs/monitors standard processes or operations that are highly stable and/or relatively consistent in how to fix. TYPICAL EXAMPLES: imaging computers, replacing printer toner, disposing of outdated assets, and resolving trouble tickets from ServiceNow queues.
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Documents recording and/or distributing information. Has some breadth, depth and/or frequency of interaction with external contacts. TYPICAL EXAMPLES include updating assets in Asset Center, following KB articles for problem resolution, and following unit specific processes.
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Responsible for effective e-mail communications and ability to create and maintain basic documents/records: TYPICAL EXAMPLES: contact lists, process logs, problem incidence reports, customer information updates, exterior ship orders, inventory, maintenance, or other service records, handling standard facilities administration requests.
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Responsible for recognizing problems with the processes/operations supported. Is responsible for resolving those problems with pre-established and documented solutions. Is responsible for reporting to others those problems that fall outside the scope of established procedures.
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Maintains equipment, supplies, data supporting processes or operations. Typical examples include scheduling routine equipment maintenance, ordering supplies, monitoring inventory, updating data records, and interacting with suppliers.
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Applies some technical knowledge in the support of processes or operations. TYPICAL EXAMPLES: understanding basic printer operations to replace toner and pickup rollers, performing troubleshooting by following KB articles to resolve end user tickets.
Job Requirements:
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Knowledge of computing and networking concepts and fundamentals - required
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Experience with AV/Conference Room support is preferred
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Ability to use standard desktop load applications such as Microsoft Office plus intranet and internet functions.
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Knowledge of agile methodology
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Knowledge of computer security policies and a general overall knowledge of computer security concepts.
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1 year or more IT experience preferred, but recent college graduates will be considered
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Experience working on support teams like Geek Squad.
Notes:
This is a first shift position – flex start time 6-8am. OT as needed. 100% onsite role.
Must participate in on-call rotation for weekend and after-hours support.
Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Metatarsals are required from day 1.
Minimal travel between other facilities in the Quad Cities area (within 10 miles) using personal vehicle.
May be required to travel to support non-local facilities (less than 10% of the time).
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Infrastructure Engineer
Will provide onsite deskside Tier 2 support through performing the following duties:
Job Duties:
-
Performs/monitors standard processes or operations that are highly stable and/or relatively consistent in how to fix. TYPICAL EXAMPLES: imaging computers, replacing printer toner, disposing of outdated assets, and resolving trouble tickets from ServiceNow queues.
-
Documents recording and/or distributing information. Has some breadth, depth and/or frequency of interaction with external contacts. TYPICAL EXAMPLES include updating assets in Asset Center, following KB articles for problem resolution, and following unit specific processes.
-
Responsible for effective e-mail communications and ability to create and maintain basic documents/records: TYPICAL EXAMPLES: contact lists, process logs, problem incidence reports, customer information updates, exterior ship orders, inventory, maintenance, or other service records, handling standard facilities administration requests.
-
Responsible for recognizing problems with the processes/operations supported. Is responsible for resolving those problems with pre-established and documented solutions. Is responsible for reporting to others those problems that fall outside the scope of established procedures.
-
Maintains equipment, supplies, data supporting processes or operations. Typical examples include scheduling routine equipment maintenance, ordering supplies, monitoring inventory, updating data records, and interacting with suppliers.
-
Applies some technical knowledge in the support of processes or operations. TYPICAL EXAMPLES: understanding basic printer operations to replace toner and pickup rollers, performing troubleshooting by following KB articles to resolve end user tickets.
Job Requirements:
-
Knowledge of computing and networking concepts and fundamentals - required
-
Experience with AV/Conference Room support is preferred
-
Ability to use standard desktop load applications such as Microsoft Office plus intranet and internet functions.
-
Knowledge of agile methodology
-
Knowledge of computer security policies and a general overall knowledge of computer security concepts.
-
1 year or more IT experience preferred, but recent college graduates will be considered
-
Experience working on support teams like Geek Squad.
Notes:
This is a first shift position – flex start time 6-8am. OT as needed. 100% onsite role.
Must participate in on-call rotation for weekend and after-hours support.
Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Metatarsals are required from day 1.
Minimal travel between other facilities in the Quad Cities area (within 10 miles) using personal vehicle.
May be required to travel to support non-local facilities (less than 10% of the time).
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Entry Level Infrastructure Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level infrastructure lead job?
Start by building hands-on experience through internships, lab projects, or homelab environments that demonstrate you can manage networks, servers, or cloud infrastructure. Certifications like CompTIA Network+, AWS Cloud Practitioner, or Google Associate Cloud Engineer signal readiness to employers who hire at the entry level. Tailor your resume to show specific tools you have configured or maintained, even in academic or personal settings.
Which companies hire entry level infrastructure leads?
Companies hiring entry level infrastructure leads right now include Amazon, OpenAI, and Google, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a broad mix of employers including managed service providers, government contractors, healthcare systems, and technology firms that build internal IT teams from the ground up.
Are there remote entry level infrastructure lead jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles remain more common at the entry level. About 14% of entry level infrastructure lead openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting employer preference for in-person onboarding for junior staff. Hybrid roles are a practical middle ground worth targeting if location flexibility matters to you.
Are these new grad infrastructure lead jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior infrastructure lead roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or academic projects as qualifying background, or lists a portfolio in place of a formal work history. Look for language like "entry level," "associate," or "junior" in the job title or requirements section.
Which industries hire the most entry level infrastructure leads?
Entry Level infrastructure lead roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Science & Research, and Artificial Intelligence, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors invest heavily in physical and cloud infrastructure at scale, which creates consistent demand for junior candidates who can support build-outs, migrations, and ongoing systems maintenance under senior guidance.