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Cloud Architect vs IT Support Specialist salary

In Italy, a cloud architect earns about 197% more than a it support specialist $188,186 vs $63,299 per year.

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Technology
Cloud Architect
$188,186/yr
Monthly
$15,739
Hourly
$90
Range
$117,018$275,094
10-yr outlook
+24%
Technology
IT Support Specialist
$63,299/yr
Monthly
$5,246
Hourly
$31
Range
$46,191$84,171
10-yr outlook
+6%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileCloud ArchitectIT Support Specialist
Entry (10th)$117,018$46,191
25th$152,602$54,745
Median$188,186$63,299
75th$231,640$73,792
Senior (90th)$275,094$84,171

National Italy figures in EUR. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a cloud architect or it support specialist earn more in Italy?
A cloud architect earns more, at about 165.000 € per year vs 55.500 € for a it support specialist — roughly 197% (109.500 €) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Italy?
A cloud architect typically earns 102.600 €–241.200 €, while a it support specialist earns 40.500 €–73.800 € per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Italy?
On a monthly basis before tax, a cloud architect averages about 13.800 € and a it support specialist about 4600 €.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Italy, a cloud architect earns about 102.600 € while a it support specialist earns about 40.500 € per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Italy, a cloud architect earns about 241.200 € while a it support specialist earns about 73.800 € per year.
Are cloud architect and it support specialist similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Technology category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.