Explore Director of IT jobs for experienced technology leaders ready to shape strategy, guide teams, and keep critical systems secure and reliable. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including leadership roles across IT operations, infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise applications, and digital transformation.
A Director of IT leads the planning and delivery of an organization’s technology services. Responsibilities commonly include setting IT priorities, managing budgets and vendors, overseeing infrastructure and business systems, strengthening security and resilience, and partnering with executives and department leaders. Depending on the organization, the role may also involve hiring and developing teams, managing cloud initiatives, and ensuring technology investments support business goals.
Employers often seek a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, a record of leading IT teams, and expertise in areas such as infrastructure, networking, cloud platforms, information security, and enterprise systems. Strong candidates combine technical judgment with budget management, communication, vendor negotiation, project delivery, and the ability to translate business needs into practical technology plans. Relevant certifications may be valued, depending on the role and industry.
Compensation varies with location, company size, industry, scope of responsibility, and experience. Director-level IT roles featured on Ladders pay $100,000 or more, with some positions offering higher compensation based on leadership scope and specialized expertise. Career paths may lead to Vice President of IT, Chief Information Officer, or other senior technology executive positions.
Browse Director of IT openings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation. Use Ladders to discover vetted professional jobs and identify opportunities that match your technology leadership experience and career goals.
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing application performance through expert Dynatrace monitoring. Collaborate with IT professionals to analyze, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance...
2 weeks ago
Senior IT Project Manager - Oracle EBS Upgrade - REMOTE
$87K - $162K *
Lead and execute complex Oracle EBS upgrades from planning to delivery, ensuring alignment across teams. Manage scope, budgets, and risks within enterprise environments to drive successful project out...
Reposted 2 days ago
$120K - $140K *
Lead the charge in creating a robust HR operation that supports compliance and enhances employee experience while collaborating with leadership and managing a diverse workforce across multiple states...
3 weeks ago
Director, GTM Planning & Compensation
$207K - $311K *
Shape the future of our global GTM strategy by leading capacity planning, territory design, and incentive structures, driving growth and operational excellence across Sales and Customer Success framew...
3 weeks ago
Director of Product , Data Flywheel
$200K - $245K *
Pioneer data-driven engineering for our Autonomy Data Flywheel initiative, overseeing the entire lifecycle to enhance AI-driven operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve quality a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Federal Agencies Director (Washington DC)
$135K - $218K *
Optimize federal agency programs by leading strategic initiatives that enhance relationships with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and driving advocacy efforts across mu...
2 days ago
$108K - $130K *
Champion web performance through hands-on management, optimizing egnyte.com. Lead cross-functional projects and collaboration, turning business needs into high-impact web solutions using analytics and...
4 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Accelerate growth by transforming our partner ecosystem into a proactive engine for new customer acquisition and revenue growth. Lead channel strategy, leveraging executive relationships to drive meas...
2 days ago
Chief Technology and Information Officer
$244K - $366K *
Transform technology leadership by driving strategic initiatives, enhancing cybersecurity, and fostering innovation across a decentralized organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to align technolo...
5 days ago
$125K - $190K *
Accelerate progress at a leading Customer Success team, driving renewal outcomes and enhancing team effectiveness through innovative engagement strategies and AI-driven solutions for a diverse portfol...
Yesterday
$195K - $225K *
Join a team that drives B2B marketing excellence, shaping global strategies, optimizing brand equity, and enhancing revenue growth across tech solutions. Seek a visionary leader to elevate our marketi...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Business Development Manager (CTS Database)
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of clinical trials by driving business development initiatives, identifying opportunities with sponsors and CROs, and promoting CTSdatabase's services to enhance growth and profitabil...
1 week ago
Staff DevOps Engineer, Developer Experience (DevEx)
$145K - $175K *
Join our team to drive the technical direction of our Internal Developer Platform, enhancing workflows and tooling for engineering teams. You'll lead multi-quarter strategies, ensuring reliable delive...
3 weeks ago
Data Center Mechanical Technical Program Manager
$110K - $130K *
Accelerate your career by leading mechanical system upgrades in data centers. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project success, manage risks, and optimize processes while ensuring alignment wit...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of federal technology by driving enterprise sales within strategic System Integrator accounts, fostering relationships, and leading complex sales cycles from identification to closure...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
IT Director, Payroll and Time & Attendance Technology
$134K - $231K *
Join our IT team to lead the strategy and delivery of Payroll and Time & Attendance technology. Drive improvements in workforce management and ensure seamless integration across global operations whil...
3 weeks ago
$102K - $154K *
Lead the charge in managing complex customer escalations, driving rapid resolutions and systemic improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and customer experiences while ensuri...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Join us to drive strategic growth by managing key accounts, building executive relationships, and leading complex deals. Shape multi-year strategies and collaborate with a virtual team to deliver impa...
6 days ago
$250K - $290K *
Drive the technical vision and execution for computer vision platforms, leading research and engineering teams to deliver scalable visual intelligence solutions while fostering a culture of innovation...
Yesterday
(USA) Director, Technology Operations
$110K - $220K *
Join a dynamic team to lead large-scale technology programs, ensuring strategic alignment and operational excellence. Drive innovation, manage budgets, and foster collaboration across business units t...
1 week ago
(USA) Director, Technology Operations
$150K - $180K *
Lead initiatives to detect and prevent emerging fraud risks, converting data insights into proactive strategies. Collaborate across multiple teams to enhance monitoring tools and capabilities, ensurin...
1 month ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in enabling a high-performing delivery team within a technical ecosystem. Drive agile practices, ensure effective sprint management, and facilitate collaboration among engineering, arc...
3 weeks ago
Infrastructure & Security Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in engineering and securing infrastructure while ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop robust solutions that protect sensi...
1 month ago
Associate Director, Data Engineering Lead
$152K - $283K *
Lead the development of high-quality, compliant data engineering practices that enhance enterprise data governance and accelerate data-driven decision-making for improved patient outcomes across the o...
Reposted 2 days ago
Business Analyst (ITSM Platform Requirements)
$72K - $111K *
Drive impact by analyzing ITSM platform requirements, collaborating with stakeholders to develop solutions, and supporting the ITCR process, ensuring efficient delivery of enterprise IT customer suppo...
3 weeks ago
What does a Director of IT do?
A Director of IT oversees an organization’s technology services and strategy. The role can include leading IT teams, managing budgets and vendors, maintaining infrastructure and enterprise systems, improving cybersecurity, and aligning technology initiatives with business priorities.
What qualifications are needed for Director of IT jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for substantial IT leadership experience, strong technical knowledge, and a track record managing teams, budgets, and projects. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is often requested; certifications may be helpful for certain specialties.
How much do Directors of IT earn?
Pay varies by location, industry, organization size, experience, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including Director of IT opportunities.
What roles can follow a Director of IT position?
Experienced Directors of IT may progress to roles such as Vice President of IT, Chief Information Officer, or other senior technology leadership positions, depending on their experience and organization.
Where can I find Director of IT jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Director of IT listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.