Director, IT Operations Jobs

Explore Director, IT Operations opportunities for experienced technology leaders ready to guide enterprise systems, teams, and service delivery. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, including opportunities to shape IT strategy, improve reliability, and support business growth.

What Does a Director of IT Operations Do?

A Director of IT Operations oversees the people, processes, and technology that keep an organization’s IT services running. The role may include managing infrastructure and cloud environments, setting service-level standards, overseeing incident response, strengthening security and compliance, and coordinating technology projects across departments.

Common Responsibilities and Skills

Responsibilities vary by organization, but often include developing operational roadmaps, managing budgets and vendors, improving service management, planning for business continuity, and reporting on performance. Employers commonly seek leadership experience along with knowledge of IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, cybersecurity practices, ITIL or related frameworks, and change management.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director-level IT operations positions are found across industries and organization sizes. Compensation depends on factors such as location, company scale, scope of responsibility, and experience. Browse Ladders for vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and find roles aligned with your leadership background and career goals.

Find Director, IT Operations Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore senior IT operations openings and identify positions that match your experience in technology leadership, infrastructure, and service delivery. Review role requirements and apply to opportunities that fit your next career move.

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$141K - $268K *

Lead the charge in developing and supporting critical cloud platform components, driving strategic initiatives and managing a global engineering team to enhance Ford's connected vehicle capabilities i...

Atlanta, GARemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $127K *

Transform warehouse operations by leading the implementation and optimization of WMS and OMS solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and service levels in a...

Naperville, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K *

Elevate channel strategy and partner relationships to drive revenue growth, enhance market positioning, and ensure effective collaboration across teams, while managing negotiations and performance met...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Deliver impactful project leadership in a multi-phase AI integration program, ensuring timely execution and alignment with strategic goals while fostering collaboration across technical and leadership...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$92K - $154K *

Unlock potential by leading complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced infrastructure environment, driving execution among diverse technical and business teams, while adapting to evolving prio...

Colorado, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Architect a comprehensive sales enablement program to enhance onboarding, product training, and continuous learning for a dynamic sales team, collaborating with leadership and partners to drive measur...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative products that enhance customer satisfaction and drive sales. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate user needs into actionable strategies, ensuri...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $170K *

Champion project execution and client satisfaction by leading multiple teams of Project Managers, ensuring financial performance and operational excellence across various commercial accounts while opt...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $129K *

Join us to oversee daily IT operations for critical Public Safety systems. Lead a team, enhance service quality, and ensure compliance while collaborating with various stakeholders to implement upgrad...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$122K - $187K *

Lead strategic initiatives to drive sales growth and enhance customer relationships within assigned accounts, leveraging your expertise in enterprise software to exceed quotas and deliver tailored sol...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative eDiscovery solutions by managing complex projects, collaborating with legal teams, and mentoring staff. Ensure quality deliverables while exceeding client expectations through exper...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Drive enterprise remediation initiatives for cryptographic assets, coordinating with cross-functional teams to enhance security compliance and reduce risks in a complex technology environment. Lead ef...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$138K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading complex product initiatives across technical domains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive strategic direction into actionable plans, ensuring measurable out...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$279K - $342K *

Shape the future of security by leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance product, corporate, and information security. Drive strategic initiatives, foster collaboration, and ensure compliance while...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$325K - $375K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth by building and mentoring a high-performing sales team in the Mid-Enterprise segment, focusing on customer acquisition and market penetration in a competitive...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a hands-on marketing leadership role that drives lead generation through strategic content, vendor management, and budget oversight. Collaborate closely with sales to translate i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving transformative change through strategic analysis and execution. This high-visibility role collaborates with leadership to ensure progress on critical initiatives and enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Take ownership of strategic site acquisition initiatives, managing multiple development projects while leading site selection and due diligence efforts. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$157K - $182K *

Empower industry leaders by building trusted relationships and delivering strategic technology solutions. Leverage deep industry knowledge to influence decision-making and drive growth while mentoring...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Empower client success by managing relationships, driving sales, and enhancing customer experiences. Collaborate with internal teams to address client needs and exceed expectations in a dynamic, compe...

Texas, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in owning and optimizing the financial operations and forecasting that drive success across the organization, breaking new ground through cross-functional partnerships and innovative F...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

St. Louis, MORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$155K - $180K *

Drive successful delivery of complex, multi-year programs in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage scope, budget, and timelines while ensuring client satisfaction an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$203K - $366K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic global team in engineering strategy and execution for cutting-edge IAM solutions, ensuring high performance and top-tier quality standards across cloud technol...

Cambridge, MARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of IT Operations do?question toggle

    A Director of IT Operations leads the teams and systems responsible for reliable technology services. Typical areas include infrastructure, cloud operations, service delivery, security coordination, incident response, budgets, and operational planning.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, IT Operations jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for substantial IT leadership experience, a record of managing complex operations, and knowledge of infrastructure, cloud services, IT service management, cybersecurity, and vendor or budget oversight. Specific requirements vary by employer.

  • How much do Director of IT Operations jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, company size, experience, and job scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Director, IT Operations jobs?question toggle

    You can browse Director, IT Operations openings on Ladders, where professional roles are vetted and pay at least $100,000.

  • What career paths can lead to a Director of IT Operations role?question toggle

    Common paths include progressing from IT operations, infrastructure, systems administration, service delivery, or IT management roles. Experience leading teams and large-scale technology initiatives is often valuable.