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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$95K - $115K *

Transform operations by leading Engineering and Maintenance teams to enhance capacity, boost efficiency, and foster a culture of continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $100K *

Serve as a strategic leader in facilities management, overseeing operations, ensuring compliance, and driving innovation across multiple sites. Lead teams to achieve safety, financial, and service exc...

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1 week ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Help us enhance operational excellence by leading warehouse departments, ensuring quality standards, compliance, and efficient staffing. Collaborate with teams to drive improvements and optimize resou...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as a strategic IT leader, driving digital transformation and technology solutions to enhance performance and customer experiences in a complex global organization. Collaborate with...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive the future of platform engineering by leading a high-performing team, setting strategic priorities, and ensuring operational excellence across foundational engineering functions in a dynamic, gr...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $225K *

Lead the charge in optimizing benefits operations by managing TPA services, EDI implementation, and COBRA administration. Drive efficiency and compliance while mentoring teams to enhance service quali...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$138K - $225K *

Drive operational excellence by leading Benefits TPA, EDI, and COBRA teams. Shape strategic initiatives, enhance service quality, and ensure compliance while fostering collaboration across departments...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$138K - $225K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Benefits Operations by managing TPA services, EDI implementation, and COBRA administration. Drive efficiency and compliance while mentoring teams to enhance service quali...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $354K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex data governance and security projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely deployment, stakeholder alignment, and effective communication, dr...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Champion strategic initiatives and drive transformation efforts, leading a high-performing team to enhance operational planning and deliver impactful results across the organization. Engage with execu...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading operational improvement and digital transformation initiatives for clients with complex field operations, enhancing productivity and delivering measurable outcomes through...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $203K *

Empower the distribution strategy by designing and managing rate content across channels, ensuring accurate delivery and partner trust. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable progra...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion the design of enterprise AI architectures, integrating generative AI and machine learning into core business platforms. Leverage extensive expertise to drive scalable, ethical solutions that...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Architect enterprise-grade AI solutions, guiding design and integration of generative AI and ML across complex platforms. Leverage deep expertise to create scalable architectures that optimize perform...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational excellence and customer satisfaction by managing Technical Operations teams, driving project delivery, and fostering a high-performance culture aligned with bu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Transform operational excellence by leading Technical Operations teams to enhance customer satisfaction, drive financial performance, and achieve growth objectives through effective project delivery a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$182K - $274K *

Empower organizational compliance by leading GRC initiatives, fostering collaboration, and implementing risk management strategies. Drive cultural transformation through metrics and change management...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$182K - $274K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing governance, risk, and compliance across the organization. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to identify security gaps, implement effective strategies, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$182K - $274K *

Unlock the potential of governance, risk, and compliance by collaborating cross-functionally, engaging diverse stakeholders, and implementing effective strategies to enhance security and compliance cu...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$182K - $274K *

Drive collaboration across teams to enhance governance, risk, and compliance. Engage stakeholders to assess security gaps, implement improvements, and foster a supportive risk management culture withi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $95K *

Transform the future of event operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring seamless execution of events, and collaborating with sales and technology departments to optimize resources and enhance ser...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Innovate digital experiences by leading project execution across technology portfolios. Collaborate with business and tech leaders to drive priorities, enhance capabilities, and deliver exceptional me...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead the modernization of technology solutions, enhancing customer and employee experiences. Drive strategic initiatives, oversee IT teams, and ensure alignment with organizational goals wh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading day-to-day functions and strategic initiatives. Drive production efficiency, manage P&L, and collaborate with senior leadership to achieve business goals and...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $140K *

Innovate workflows and elevate quality by mastering AI in media content operations. Lead and inspire a creative team to ensure stellar standards while driving efficiency and adopting cutting-edge prod...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.