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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operational alignment and communication between internal teams and hyperscale customers. Drive technical excellence and customer satisfaction in data center operations th...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of customer operations, ensuring alignment and communication between technical teams and hyperscale clients, driving improvements and resolving issues while enhancing relationships and...

3 weeks ago

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

$195K - $215K *

Join a dedicated team to shape enterprise strategies in business continuity and risk management while driving operational resilience across the organization. Leverage your expertise to influence decis...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving technology strategy and digital transformation across the institution. Lead IT governance, manage vendor relationships, and enhance cybersecurity while ensuring technology i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$140K - $160K *

Shape the future of technology at an academic institution by leading strategic initiatives, overseeing enterprise systems, and enhancing cybersecurity. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technolo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$104K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving operational excellence in production management. You'll lead all aspects of manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while mentoring l...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of application security governance in an ERP environment. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance, operational effectiveness, and robust security practices while leading a team...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$201K - $251K *

Elevate supply chain operations by optimizing processes and driving efficiency. Lead a team to enhance production, logistics, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment across departme...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape and lead large-scale design-build construction projects, ensuring quality execution from design to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and manage budgets for projects valued between $60 m...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future with your leadership as you manage high-value construction projects from inception to completion, collaborating with a diverse team to deliver innovative design-build solutions across...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful projects by leading design-build teams, ensuring quality and timely delivery of multimillion-dollar contracts while mentoring staff and fostering client relationships across all phases...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Lead warehouse operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and optimal resource use. Collaborate with teams to maintain compliance and drive productivity while fostering a supportive work environment for...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$108K - $130K *

Optimize warehouse operations by leading safety, efficiency, and personnel management. Ensure compliance with regulations while fostering a productive environment that supports staff development and o...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career forward by leading complex healthcare onboarding projects. Manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and customer satisfaction while navigating...

2 weeks ago

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

$121K - $164K *

Champion a team of analysts to enhance enterprise infrastructure services, ensuring reliable support and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align priorities and drive c...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform event experiences by leading a dynamic team to deliver exceptional technology solutions, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence while fostering strong relationships with ven...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $138K *

Join a dynamic team to manage cross-departmental projects, ensuring alignment with business goals through effective planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement while fostering an environment...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Empower teams to deliver cutting-edge AI and customer experience solutions. As a strategic leader, you'll manage practices, drive modernization, and enhance client satisfaction while overseeing P&L an...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $156K *

Unlock potential by providing senior-level technical leadership in enterprise storage, backup, and data protection for mission-critical DoD environments. Lead initiatives, troubleshoot issues, and ens...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $156K *

Lead the charge in enterprise storage and backup solutions for mission-critical DoD environments. Provide senior-level technical expertise, ensuring design, implementation, and maintenance of resilien...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $156K *

Transform your technical expertise into impactful solutions by guiding the architecture and implementation of resilient enterprise storage and backup systems for mission-critical DoD environments whil...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of enterprise storage and data protection, providing leadership in designing, implementing, and managing complex storage solutions for critical DoD environments. J...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $156K *

Optimize enterprise storage and backup solutions for mission-critical DoD systems. Provide senior-level technical expertise, leadership, and support while ensuring data protection and recovery operati...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $171K *

Lead transformative IT operations to enhance efficiency and innovation, aligning technology with organizational goals. Oversee infrastructure modernization, mentor IT teams, and ensure compliance with...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate global sales development operations by streamlining processes, enhancing workflows, and integrating technology. Lead a team to ensure efficient support and continuous improvement, driving perf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.