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How much do remote critical infrastructure engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote critical infrastructure engineer in the United States is $127,066.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,500.00 and $141,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Critical Infrastructure Engineer vs Remote Network Security Engineer?

AspectRemote Critical Infrastructure EngineerRemote Network Security Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, certifications like CISSP, CISABachelor's in IT or Cybersecurity, CISSP, CompTIA Security+
Work EnvironmentDesigning, maintaining critical infrastructure systems remotelyMonitoring, securing networks remotely
Employer & Industry UsageUtilities, transportation, energy sectorsFinancial, healthcare, tech industries
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in infrastructure securityComparing cybersecurity roles in networks

The Remote Critical Infrastructure Engineer focuses on designing and maintaining essential systems like power grids and transportation networks remotely, ensuring their resilience. In contrast, the Remote Network Security Engineer specializes in protecting organizational networks from cyber threats remotely. Both roles require cybersecurity certifications and involve remote work, but they serve different industry needs and technical focuses.

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Infographic showing various Remote Critical Infrastructure Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,066 per year, or $61.1 per hour.

Critical Infrastructure Engineer (Technical PM)

Zayo

Charleston, WV • Remote

$77K - $118K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago


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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

28th of 96 rated telecommunications companies


Job description

Company Description

Zayo provides mission-critical bandwidth to the world's most impactful companies, fueling the innovations that are transforming our society. Zayo's 141,000-mile network in North America and Europe includes extensive metro connectivity to thousands of buildings and data centers. Zayo's communications infrastructure solutions include dark fiber, private data networks, wavelengths, Ethernet, and dedicated Internet access. Zayo serves wireless and wireline carriers, media, tech, content, finance, healthcare and other large enterprises.

Location: This position can be remote, based in the US.

This position requires significant experience in common systems engineering standards (RBOC,AT&T, or major telecommunications provider). The applicant will design and specify material for AC and DC power equipment including commercial AC power building entries, switchboards, transformers, generators, UPS backup systems, rectifiers, power distribution, batteries, grounding systems, fire control systems, HVAC, and additional materials required to support installation. Position also requires maintenance of central office records, including updates to floor plans and front equipment drawings to reflect installations and completing capacity management reports for all AC and DC power equipment. This position can be fully remote in the US.

Responsibilities:

  • While this is an engineering role, this person will be heavily engaged in a Project Management (PM) capacity for engineering builds. This individual should understand the engineering behind the design but is more focused on being able to function as a liaison between the engineering team and the contractors. This person will be responsible for ensuring the various projects remain on time and budget. You will need to track several projects at any given time. You will need to be able to understand engineering to determine if something isn't being built correctly or not to spec. You will be the first line of defense to ensure the project is delivered to meet the engineering needs.

  • Manage Contracted Maintenance vendors for callout repairs, and quoted service repairs on CI systems to include invoicing and quoted PR submittals.

  • Development of best operating practices and standards.

  • Write Method of Procedures (MOPs) for all CI equipment repairs and augments.

  • Ensure all maintenance activities are performed in accordance with approved MOPs.

  • Evaluate vendor/contractor field service reports describing all activities (preventive maintenance, repairs, etc.) performed on the CI equipment.

  • Resolve operational deficiencies discovered on Preventive Maintenance Inspections(PMI) and on Contractor PMs.

  • Assist Field Operations and NCC/NOC technicians with Operation Support issues, that may require vendor or manufacturer support.

  • Develop reliability reports to assist in identifying areas of concern that could develop into future problems.

  • Subject Matter Expert on CI equipment issues for all PG's and advises them on solutions for technical problems or barriers.

  • Manage all CI augment projects (CapEx/OpEx) to affect break/fix repairs.

  • Environmental Compliance and to ensure all permitting is completed annually.

  • CI Equipment inventory accuracy and Data Integrity in SF and M6.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, and or Civil Engineering OR equivalent experience.

  • Ideally 5+ years in a telecommunication of all Critical Infrastructure (CI) equipment: AC power distribution, buildings, grounding, fire systems, generators, ATS/MTS, Uninterruptible Power Systems (UPS), DC Power Plant Systems, and Cooling systems to ensure operational integrity, improve efficiency and reduce operational costs

  • Project Management experience is required

  • Experience in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and Database applications is preferred

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Estimated base salary range: $77,100 - $118,600 USD/annually

The base pay range shown is a guideline and reasonable estimate for this role. It takes into account the wide variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. Actual compensation offered may vary from the posted range based upon geographic location, work experience, skill level, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Non- sales roles may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive plan. Sales roles may be eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan.


Additionally, this position may be eligible for certain benefits, such as health insurance, life insurance, disability retirement plans, paid time off.


The posting will be active for a minimum of 3 days. The active posting will continue to extend by 3 days until the position is filled.


Benefits, Rewards & Wellness

  • Excellent Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Generous paid time off policy including paid parental leave

Zayo is an equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us.


This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.


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