ICT infrastructure
The system, network, hardware and software applications and components, as well as devices and processes that are used in order to develop, test, deliver, monitor, control or support ICT services.
ICT infrastructure — the system, network, hardware and software applications and components, as well as devices and processes that are used in order to develop, test, deliver, monitor, control or support ICT services. McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 52.88/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. ESCO classifies it as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 5 occupations in our catalogue, including ICT capacity planner, ICT product manager, ICT system administrator, and system configurator.
Occupations that require ICT infrastructure
Showing top 5 of 5 occupations · ranked by India employment volume, then AI-durability.
Frequently asked questions
What is ICT infrastructure?
The system, network, hardware and software applications and components, as well as devices and processes that are used in order to develop, test, deliver, monitor, control or support ICT services.
What category of skill is ICT infrastructure?
ESCO classifies ICT infrastructure under the knowledge category, specifically in the electronics and automation subcategory.
Is ICT infrastructure an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 52.88/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. Prioritise this skill only when it directly enables paid work today — plan for AI to absorb more of it every year.
Which jobs require ICT infrastructure?
In our catalogue, 5 occupations list ICT infrastructure as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include ICT capacity planner, ICT product manager, ICT system administrator, system configurator, ICT system analyst.
How transferable is ICT infrastructure between industries?
ESCO tags ICT infrastructure as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is ICT infrastructure the same as ICT infrastructure and operations?
Yes — ICT infrastructure is also known as ICT infrastructure and operations, IT infrastructure and operations, IT architecture and infrastructure, or ICT architecture and infrastructure. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn ICT infrastructure?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands ICT infrastructure and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.