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.

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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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$110K - $120K *

Drive impactful fundraising strategies as a strategic leader in Development Operations, overseeing data insights, prospect management, and technology integration to enhance donor engagement and suppor...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Lead the technology vision and strategy, driving innovation and operational excellence across infrastructure, applications, and cybersecurity while fostering a culture of service and continuous improv...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$176K - $235K *

Shape the future of data engineering by leading our unified Data & AI function. Drive the architecture, governance, and operational excellence needed to support AI and ML products, while building a hi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $215K *

Shape the future of IT leadership by building a high-performing team and establishing robust security and compliance frameworks to support rapid global growth and operational excellence in a dynamic t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of technology in refining and midstream operations by providing strategic IT partnership and guidance. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive operational excellence and leverage techn...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to lead global professional services portfolio management, driving strategy, execution, and financial performance. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer solutions and achieve...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $225K *

Champion exceptional member experiences by leading operations and care teams. Design scalable systems that ensure consistent quality across all interactions, driving efficiency and accountability in a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $225K *

Drive operational excellence by leading care team operations and enhancing member experiences. Build scalable systems and processes to ensure consistent, high-quality interactions across all touchpoin...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $175K *

Transform technical operations for a cloud-native data and AI platform, ensuring reliability, observability, and incident response while leading a team to optimize AWS resources and automate workflows...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize IT service delivery by leading a dynamic support team, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving improvements in user satisfaction across multiple sites. Collaborate with technical leader...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Champion transformative digital experiences by leading technical production and guest data operations across multifaceted platforms, ensuring precision in performance and strategy execution for except...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Operational Technology systems. Oversee the administration, support, and modernization of critical infrastructure, ensuring secure and efficient manufacturing...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in optimizing logistics and warehouse operations, ensuring efficient scheduling and exceptional customer service while managing teams in a dynamic environment. Drive operational excell...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Transform cloud operations by leading a team to ensure performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency across multi-cloud environments, while driving incident management and fostering collaboration with...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$217K - $298K *

Lead the charge in shaping Root's platform and AI engineering strategy, overseeing critical infrastructure and driving operational excellence across teams to deliver intelligent products at scale...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence by managing a pioneering intermodal transit service. Collaborate with diverse teams, develop metrics, and enhance customer satisfaction in a dynamic, fast-paced environmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Advance your career by leading cybersecurity and service desk operations. Drive initiatives to enhance security, manage risks, and improve technology services while collaborating with teams to deliver...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $110K *

Accelerate your career by optimizing and modernizing enterprise infrastructure. Lead critical IT operations, ensuring security and performance while mentoring engineers and collaborating across teams...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $150K *

Drive impactful marketing initiatives by developing regional strategies that enhance client acquisition and deepen relationships, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve measurable...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving strategic transformation through governance and orchestration. You'll connect enterprise architecture with execution, fostering alignment and collaboration across initiative...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $150K *

Drive impactful regional marketing initiatives that enhance client acquisition and relationships. Collaborate with leadership to create and execute strategic programs, ensuring measurable business res...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$103K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving innovative marketing strategies to enhance client acquisition and deepen relationships. Lead integrated campaigns and collaborate with regional leaders to deliver measurable...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the strategic direction of Inbound and Outbound operations, ensuring performance targets are met while fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and superior customer service across all levels o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Transform IT operations by owning MDM, asset management, and compliance. Collaborate with security and IT teams to enhance systems, streamline processes, and ensure accurate documentation while drivin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower operational excellence by directing business strategies and relationships. Collaborate with teams to meet financial and performance targets, enhance processes, and ensure superior client satis...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.