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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$140K - $160K *

Take ownership of daily operations and elevate our team by optimizing processes across multiple locations, focusing on efficiency, compliance, and performance improvement to foster growth and sustain...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $240K *

Provide executive-level technical leadership for a WealthTech platform, shaping engineering vision and strategy. Lead high-performing teams, drive platform modernization, and ensure compliance while c...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Optimize IT Financial Management by leading benchmarking engagements and guiding C-suite clients. Collaborate across research teams to enhance service delivery while mentoring analysts and implementin...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $157K *

Drive operational excellence in Citrix environments, enhancing service stability and performance for global users while managing complex integrations and ensuring security across platforms. Lead incid...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $230K *

Drive growth by leading go-to-market strategies for TMC partnerships, building and executing plans from the ground up. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence product development and represent the...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$299K - $369K *

Lead the technology strategy and operations for a dynamic business unit, ensuring alignment with growth objectives. Drive innovation, manage cybersecurity, and enhance supplier relationships while fos...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Drive strategic marketing initiatives across North America, fostering brand growth, awareness, and pipeline development. Lead a dynamic team while aligning marketing efforts with corporate goals and e...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing a comprehensive marketing strategy, focusing on brand awareness and pipeline growth across diverse markets while fostering team development and driving impact...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$99K - $116K *

Join us to oversee IT service operations, drive SLA compliance, and enhance incident management. Lead teams in problem resolution, automate processes, and foster continuous improvement across IT servi...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $200K *

Champion complex global programs across functions, driving M&A, entity formation, and operational changes. Ensure a seamless employee experience while coordinating communications and risk management f...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Elevate technology operations by ensuring reliability, scalability, and efficiency across retail systems. Lead incident management, vendor relationships, and operational readiness to support business...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $137K *

Partner with us to build and optimize Celonis dashboards, translating complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive data-driven decision-making and enhance operational...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic IT Systems Administration team, ensuring robust infrastructure management, compliance, and operational excellence across on-premises and cloud environments...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $230K *

Unlock your potential by shaping impactful go-to-market and marketing strategies that propel revenue growth. Collaborate with executive leadership to drive analytics-focused decision-making and transf...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $96K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering impactful projects on time and within budget. As a Project Manager, you'll oversee moderate complexity projects, ensuring compliance and fostering strong cli...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

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

$77K - $96K *

Elevate project delivery by managing moderate complexity initiatives, ensuring compliance and collaboration across departments. Drive success through effective communication, risk management, and budg...

Thunder Bay, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Champion the technology infrastructure that drives academic and administrative success. Lead a high-performing team, manage critical initiatives, and ensure secure, reliable services while collaborati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $312K *

Champion transformative initiatives by leading teams to define strategies, optimize operations, and implement technology solutions that align with client goals, ensuring successful project delivery an...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $312K *

Drive strategic transformation initiatives by leading teams in defining and executing operational models, ensuring alignment with client goals, and optimizing processes through innovative solutions an...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $312K *

Innovate by leading transformative projects that align client operations with strategic goals. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance business processes and implement advanced technologies, ensurin...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $312K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative projects that integrate advanced technologies and strategic solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize client operations and drive impactful chang...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $312K *

Lead a dynamic team in driving strategic transformations, leveraging advanced technologies and operational expertise to help clients achieve their goals. Collaborate across industries to deliver impac...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $312K *

Transform organizations by leading strategic initiatives and driving operational excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement innovative solutions that align with client goals, ensuring suc...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $312K *

Elevate your career by leading transformative projects that align organizations with strategic goals. Collaborate with a talented team to implement innovative solutions and optimize operational models...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$155K - $312K *

Lead transformative projects by guiding teams through strategy definition, operational modeling, and implementation. Collaborate with clients to optimize their organizations, ensuring alignment with s...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.