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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$110K - $130K *

Manage the technical direction of enterprise infrastructure services, leading teams in architecture reviews and quality assurance for multi-site and cloud environments, while partnering with clients f...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $173K *

Lead the Chicago IT Services team, ensuring exceptional service delivery and support for legal professionals. Manage operations, enhance client engagement, and drive continual improvement initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$88K - $92K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing IT systems for efficient manufacturing. Take ownership of day-to-day IT support and collaborate with leadership to ensure reliable technology solutions in a...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading IT and security initiatives, designing robust programs from scratch, and ensuring operational excellence. Drive compliance, manage incidents, and provide hands-on supp...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer the transformation of finance systems by leading SAP S/4 HANA initiatives, optimizing enterprise applications, and aligning IT strategies with business goals. Drive stakeholder engagement and...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $145K *

Empower your information technology career by leading operations and security across diverse platforms. Drive infrastructure excellence, foster collaboration, and enhance service delivery while managi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K *

Lead the charge in architecting and deploying cutting-edge Web Proxy technologies, collaborating with cybersecurity experts to enhance security postures while mentoring teams on best practices and new...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development of innovative data solutions, enhancing decision-making across the institution. Drive strategic initiatives, foster collaboration, and build a high-performi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $155K *

Transform data governance by leading cross-functional analytics initiatives that empower decision-making and enhance institutional trust through robust data solutions and a modernized ecosystem...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Join us in transforming manufacturing operations across a multi-site network. Lead the modernization of processes and technology, ensuring effective adoption and measurable improvements while collabor...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Drive transformation across a multi-site manufacturing network by modernizing operations and implementing enterprise technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to standardize processes and en...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming and standardizing manufacturing operations across a multi-site network, driving efficiency and technology adoption while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ac...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to lead IT/OT security and compliance initiatives, ensuring robust governance and risk management across critical infrastructure. Drive strategic alignment with regulatory framewor...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in managing IT projects from initiation to closure, ensuring successful delivery through Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid methodologies. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation and meet...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$300K - $500K *

Manage IT operations and security, protect digital assets, oversee macOS and Google Workspace environments, ensure seamless IT support, and lead incident responses while balancing security controls an...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$74K - $115K *

Engage in dynamic support for Police Department technology, collaborating to maintain, troubleshoot, and implement advanced systems, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity and infrastructure standards...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Lead IT initiatives to enhance systems and user experience while ensuring cybersecurity. Collaborate with management to optimize workflows and support staff training, driving efficiency in a dynamic b...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Optimize your career by solving complex technical challenges in a hands-on role. Collaborate closely with clients and teams, implementing IT solutions and ensuring optimal performance in a dynamic, hi...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead and transform client relationships while managing large-scale data and product engineering projects. Drive revenue growth, oversee multidisciplinary teams, and ensure high-quality delivery across...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $175K *

Lead and innovate ERP solutions in a collaborative Agile environment, ensuring project success through effective management, design, and implementation of Oracle Cloud Financials while driving team pe...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage complex projects in Oil & Gas metering technologies, ensuring successful execution from planning to closure while adhering to budget and specifications. Drive cr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Take ownership of IT services, leading support and solutions across platforms while optimizing systems to enhance operations and security. Play a key role in integrating emerging technologies and ensu...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$185K - $225K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise security architecture. Lead strategic initiatives, embed security-by-design principles, and collaborate across functions to enhance security across cloud, hybr...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$93K - $121K *

Pioneer your career by managing AV systems integration projects, ensuring timely execution, budget adherence, and customer satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams and mitigating risks throug...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$124K - $155K *

Oversee project management operations, ensuring adherence to methodologies while fostering team development and collaboration. Drive successful project outcomes through strong leadership and relations...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.

  • What qualifications are needed for Director of IT jobs?question toggle

    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.