Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations
telesat· Network and Telecommunications
About this role
Telesat (Nasdaq and TSX: TSAT) is a leading global satellite operator, providing reliable and secure satellite-delivered communications solutions worldwide to broadcast, telecommunications, corporate and government customers for over 55 years. Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat has grown to be one of the largest and most successful global satellite operators.
Telesat Lightspeed, our revolutionary Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, scheduled to begin service in 2027, will revolutionize global broadband connectivity for enterprise and Government users by delivering a combination of high capacity, security, resiliency and affordability with ultra-low latency and fiber-like speeds. Telesat is headquartered in Ottawa, Canada, and has offices and facilities around the world.
The company’s state-of-the-art Satellite fleet consists of 12 GEO satellites, the Canadian payload on ViaSat-1 and one LEO 3 demonstration satellite. For more information, follow Telesat on X and LinkedIn or visit www.telesat.com
The Director, IT Infrastructure and Operations is accountable for the end‑to‑end reliability, security, performance, and cost effectiveness of the Telesat’s cloud and on‑prem networks, hybrid infrastructure platforms, and the datacenter supporting satellite telecommunications operations. This leader establishes and executes the operations strategy for mission‑critical, high‑availability services across IT operational environments, ensuring strong governance, measurable service levels, and disciplined change/incident/problem management. The Director drives continuous improvement across availability, resiliency, observability, cyber posture, capacity, and automation, while managing vendor relationships and ensuring operational readiness for audits and relevant regulatory requirements.
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This Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations role at telesat is based in Ottawa, Ontario. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
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This is listed as a Full Time Hire (FTE with Benefits) position. It is posted as a Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations role in the Network and Telecommunications department at telesat.
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This Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations position at telesat was posted on Jul 7, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations
telesat
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