Director of IT Jobs

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.

What Does a Director of IT Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Director of IT Salary and Career Outlook

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.

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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.

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$185K - $315K *

Champion a transformative product marketing strategy, leading a high-performing team to elevate platform and AI capabilities. Drive innovative narratives and market positioning, ensuring alignment acr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $170K *

Champion excellence in data center construction by managing operations, driving innovation, and ensuring safety. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize processes and enhance customer experiences whil...

Texas, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of compliance by leading a dynamic team, enhancing policies, and driving process improvements in a fast-paced insurance environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure regulator...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$280K - $300K *

Shape the future of clinical supply management by leading strategy and execution for transformative therapies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely delivery of investigational products, whi...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$161K - $218K *

Drive the successful migration from Microsoft Azure to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, overseeing planning, execution, and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to minimize disruption and m...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$208K - $299K *

Champion the development and scalability of enablement programs across GTM teams, leading a dedicated team of 11 to enhance onboarding and employee experience while driving measurable business outcome...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower customer success by leading a dynamic team across the Americas, enhancing client relationships, driving product adoption, and championing customer feedback to influence strategic direction and...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $282K *

Drive transformative B2B and B2C marketing strategies that enhance brand presence and user engagement across our dual marketplace. Lead a high-performing team, optimize multi-channel acquisition, and...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $145K *

Transform financial operations by collaborating with business leaders and IT to enhance Oracle EBS and Cloud systems. Drive key initiatives and optimize processes, ensuring scalable solutions that mee...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $157K *

Reimagine cybersecurity by owning SaaS Security end-to-end while supporting Cyber Defense operations. Collaborate across teams to identify risks, enhance security posture, and ensure real-time inciden...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by leading biostimulant strategies across North America. Collaborate with teams to drive product adoption, enhance profitability, and develop innovative solutions in the agricult...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $200K *

Drive portfolio strategy and execution by transforming market needs into profitable offers. Collaborate across teams to ensure alignment and operational readiness, enhancing sales confidence and optim...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing ISV programs and driving technical content development. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful marketing assets, ensuring alignment and timely execution in a fast-p...

Hillsboro, ORRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects that drive strategic goals. Oversee project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery, compliance, and stakeholder engagement while fostering collaboration acro...

St. Louis, MORemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform regulatory environments by configuring and supporting Veeva Vault RIM systems. Collaborate with clients to ensure compliance and reliability while implementing ongoing managed services and a...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower our team by supporting and enhancing enterprise applications. Ensure optimal application performance, facilitate user engagement, and foster cross-functional collaboration for continuous impro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $145K *

Lead strategic communications initiatives for purpose-driven clients, managing relationships and executing impactful campaigns. Drive policy proposals and content development while overseeing a talent...

Washington, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Engage in designing and implementing robust cybersecurity solutions while managing security technologies and cloud services. Collaborate across teams to ensure operational performance and support clie...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Innovate and lead a data engineering team to drive AI strategies, optimizing IT architecture while ensuring data integrity and compliance, enhancing performance across various projects in an agile env...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $270K *

Drive the future of AI-powered dental care by building a revenue-driven marketing engine that shapes growth and positions the organization as a category leader across multiple market segments...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in configuration management, ensuring system stability and compliance. Collaborate across teams to track changes, maintain documentation, and support deployments i...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead high-impact client delivery operations, ensuring quality execution and resource optimization across diverse projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance and enhance cust...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by leading high-stakes proposals for public agencies in the rail and transit sector. Drive strategy, mentor teams, and craft compelling narratives to elevate project pursuits and...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $142K *

Empower innovation by leading the design and management of global endpoint environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize efficiency, provide expert support, and mentor junior engineers in t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Champion the global energy strategy by securing demand opportunities, negotiating agreements, and advancing sustainability initiatives in collaboration with utilities and customers to drive growth and...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of IT do?question toggle

    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.

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    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.

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    Browse Director of IT listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.