Role Overview
Telesat is hiring a Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Ottawa, Ontario. posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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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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Is the Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations role at Telesat remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Ottawa, Ontario. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations at Telesat earn?
Telesat has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Director of IT Infrastructure and Operations role at Telesat posted?
This role was posted on July 7, 2026 (16 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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