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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$171K - $283K *

Optimize manufacturing operations by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing resource utilization, and driving continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to achieve corporate objectives while fos...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $225K *

Drive technology strategy and operations across multiple verticals, ensuring alignment and execution of initiatives. Lead transformation efforts, manage delivery standards, and oversee organizational...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$190K - $334K *

Drive organizational effectiveness by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing team alignment, and managing cross-functional product development programs. Foster collaboration and advocate for design...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate business growth by securing large new logo contracts, nurturing strategic relationships, and leading targeted campaigns. Collaborate with internal teams to achieve sales goals and develop comp...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of our IT infrastructure by owning end-to-end systems management, ensuring security, and enhancing user experience. Be the go-to expert for device management, onboarding, and support...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$128K - $171K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Project Management team in Electrification Services. Drive project execution, enhance customer satisfaction, and foster team development while championing oper...

Milton, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$117K - $159K *

Join a dynamic team as a Technology Risk Officer, overseeing IT and cybersecurity risk management. Collaborate with various teams to assess risks, strengthen controls, and ensure compliance with polic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $159K *

Drive enterprise IT and cybersecurity risk management by collaborating with cross-functional teams to assess, oversee, and enhance technology controls, ensuring robust governance and compliance across...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$185K - $210K *

Lead and optimize global technology services across Adobe and Salesforce ecosystems. Drive strategic direction, client delivery, and team growth in a fast-paced environment. Champion technical excelle...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$224K - $256K *

Empower your career by leading project management initiatives, driving strategic partnerships, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to achieve project success in a dynamic environment...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Take ownership of infrastructure and security strategy, leading IT, cloud, and cybersecurity efforts to create a scalable technology foundation for growth across commercial and defense operations, whi...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$158K - $270K *

Lead the charge in building a global AI partner enablement program, designing certification paths and training tracks to enhance partner capabilities and drive revenue growth across diverse regions an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming HR technology and data governance to enhance organizational effectiveness. Lead a global team in driving data-driven decision-making and innovative solutions that prote...

Virginia, USRemote

3 days ago

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

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of technology delivery by leading Agile transformation, optimizing project management, and enhancing vendor partnerships to drive organizational success and innovation across diverse...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering technology projects that align with strategic business objectives. Oversee a team to ensure effective project execution, resource management, and financial performance wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$191K - $332K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive enterprise AI solutions across multiple business domains, ensuring strategic alignment, operational excellence, and measurable value delivery while fostering talent develo...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$259K - $397K *

Lead and manage multifaceted facilities operations, ensuring strategic direction, cost control, and alignment with company goals while overseeing data center management and corporate real estate needs...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$259K - $397K *

Empower your career by leading facilities operations across multiple regions. Drive strategic vision and operational excellence while managing multi-million dollar budgets and fostering collaborative...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$259K - $397K *

Advance operational excellence by leading facilities management strategies across multiple regions, ensuring compliance, sustainability, and cost efficiency while supporting data center initiatives an...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive multiple IT projects from initiation to completion, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing resources, schedules, and stakeholder expectations to achieve business objectives and ensure...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $185K *

Lead the charge in managing complex IT projects within federal health. Your expertise in software, data, cloud, and cybersecurity will ensure seamless coordination, high-quality deliverables, and clie...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $131K *

Lead strategic initiatives in cybersecurity by developing actionable roadmaps and technical standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize and deliver security infrastructure projects, ensurin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

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

$90K - $131K *

Take ownership of strategic cyber initiatives, leading efforts to enhance network and security infrastructure. Engage with stakeholders to define roadmaps, ensure compliance, and drive alignment acros...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

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

$90K - $131K *

Champion the development of network and security infrastructure strategies, translating cyber risk priorities into actionable roadmaps. Lead collaboration among engineers, operations, and stakeholders...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted yesterday

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

$259K - $397K *

Transform facilities operations by leading strategy, budget management, and team integration across multiple locations, ensuring compliance and effective service delivery in a collaborative environmen...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

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.