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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$161K - $290K *

Transform customer engagements by leading innovative cloud solutions, leveraging deep technical expertise to address business challenges and drive revenue growth in a complex, collaborative environmen...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $290K *

Join a team that's driving innovative technology solutions and managing complex customer engagements. This role focuses on end-to-end solution ownership, ensuring alignment with both customer needs an...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $290K *

Join a team that's pioneering complex integrated solutions in cloud and AI, enhancing customer relationships and delivering value across diverse projects. Elevate your career through impactful engagem...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $290K *

Engage with a dynamic team to create innovative technology solutions, managing complex client relationships while leading projects in public and private cloud environments...

New York, NYRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $290K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated solutions for cloud, applications, and data, influencing key customer decision-makers. Manage end-to-end solution delivery while ensuring customer satisfaction...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $290K *

Drive the development of complex integrated technology solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction and fostering key relationships while managing large-scale projects for public and private cloud capabi...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading operations and governance. Drive incident response, manage a talent pipeline, and navigate regulatory landscapes, while enhancing organizational risk postu...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing IT operations, vendor relationships, and internal projects. Lead endpoint management and ensure service quality while driving technology transitions and compliance init...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$236K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in data architecture, overseeing a team to design and implement enterprise data solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to align data strategies with business...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading operational excellence and strategic initiatives. Drive efficiency, mentor teams, and enhance customer service while ensuring compliance and profitability across all organi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $110K *

Support our team by leading IT operations and business systems management, ensuring smooth tech experiences for staff, overseeing Salesforce and NetSuite, and making impactful technology decisions to...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$157K - $186K *

Champion the daily IT and security operations, ensuring seamless support and robust systems for a growing team. Collaborate across departments to enhance security measures while maintaining efficient...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $115K *

Champion IT operations by leading a dynamic team to enhance systems, automate processes, and ensure seamless security, all while fostering a productive environment in a fast-paced tech landscape focus...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Today

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

$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

$125K - $150K *

Deliver strategic leadership for a centralized partner data management system, ensuring alignment with business priorities and enhancing user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$148K - $236K *

Shape the future of technology solutions by leading strategic planning and execution for application systems. Drive innovation and enhance digital engagement while collaborating across departments to...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$185K - $215K *

Champion IT excellence by managing infrastructure, guiding IT strategy, and ensuring security and performance. Lead a team to elevate employee experience and implement effective IT solutions aligned w...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise applications by leading SAP transformation initiatives, optimizing processes across key business areas, and driving strategic technology investments to enhance operation...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $195K *

Shape the future of land development by leading complex projects from site evaluation to stabilization. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage entitlements, and ensure compliance while driving innovati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Shape the future of Treasury Operations by leading a high-performing team, driving automation, and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance cash management and risk mitigation across a global inf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by owning and optimizing global HR processes. Drive governance, standardization, and continuous improvement across the employee lifecycle, ensuring data integrity and compliance wh...

2 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Advance the design and governance of critical cross-functional processes, ensuring effective execution and compliance across the global enterprise. Collaborate with leaders to drive continuous improve...

2 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Join us in owning the design and governance of critical global processes, ensuring effective execution and compliance across the enterprise. Collaborate with leaders to drive improvements and deliver...

2 days ago

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

$105K - $240K *

Drive operational excellence as you build systems and processes that empower teams, reporting directly to founders. Embrace ambiguity and scale initiatives across core functions, enhancing efficiency...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead high-impact cyber risk advisory engagements, guiding clients in translating complex risk and regulatory challenges into actionable strategies and outcomes, while fostering long-term partnerships...

Thornhill, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 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.