Director of IT Operations ensuring reliability, security, and operational maturity of technology services. Leading Service Desk, Systems Administration, and Systems Engineering with a focus on accountability and metrics.
Responsibilities
Responsible for the reliability, security, and operational maturity of enterprise technology services
Ensure IT operates as a disciplined, metrics-driven service organization
Provide end-to-end leadership across Service Desk, Systems Administration, and Systems Engineering
Oversee operational execution, team development, vendor oversight, KPI monitoring
Act as operational air traffic controller across Tier 1–3 teams
Build and sustain high-performing technical teams through structured coaching, clear performance metrics
Manage relationships with external engineering and support partners
Oversee patch compliance and backup integrity
Provide input into operational budgeting and staffing forecasts
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related area or commiserate experience
10+ years of progressive infrastructure and IT operations experience in enterprise environments
5+ years in a leadership role overseeing multi-tier technical teams
Strong knowledge of IT service management (ITIL principles preferred)
Experience managing KPIs and driving measurable performance improvements
Demonstrated ability to lead through structure, process discipline, and accountability
Excellent communication skills with experience presenting to executive leadership
ITIL certification preferred
Experience in Microsoft-centric environments (M365, Entra ID, Intune, endpoint management)
Experience in hybrid cloud environments (Azure preferred)
Experience leading IT operations in regulated environments (healthcare, finance, government)
PMP or other operational/project management certification
Benefits
Medical or religious accommodations to be discussed during recruitment process
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