Director of IT Operations at Telesat
Telesat • ottawa, on • Posted July 10, 2026
About the Role
Lead IT Infrastructure and Operations at Telesat. This director role oversees cloud and on-prem networks ensuring reliable, secure satellite communications worldwide.
Telesat, a prominent satellite operator based in Ottawa, seeks a Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations. In this key leadership position, you will manage the reliability, performance, and cost-effectiveness of IT operations. This includes securing high-availability services across hybrid environments and enforcing governance and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily IT infrastructure and network operations
• Manage incident and change management processes
• Define and track operational KPIs and SLAs
• Ensure major incident response and reviews are conducted
• Direct enterprise networking operations including SD-WAN and firewalls
Requirements:
• 10+ years in IT infrastructure/network operations
• 5+ years in leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of hybrid environm...
Telesat, a prominent satellite operator based in Ottawa, seeks a Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations. In this key leadership position, you will manage the reliability, performance, and cost-effectiveness of IT operations. This includes securing high-availability services across hybrid environments and enforcing governance and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily IT infrastructure and network operations
• Manage incident and change management processes
• Define and track operational KPIs and SLAs
• Ensure major incident response and reviews are conducted
• Direct enterprise networking operations including SD-WAN and firewalls
Requirements:
• 10+ years in IT infrastructure/network operations
• 5+ years in leadership roles
• Strong knowledge of hybrid environm...