Director, Platform Services

ITT Inc.

. Define and lead ITT’s global platform services strategy across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments .

Posted 10/28/2026full-timeRemote • Connecticut • United StatesLead💰 $185,900 - $296,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading global platform services strategy, including cloud governance, operational performance, and financial management. Proven ability to build and mentor high-performing teams while aligning platform capabilities with enterprise objectives.

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Global Platform Services StrategyCloud GovernanceIT Infrastructure ManagementFinancial ManagementTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Platform EngineeringCloud ServicesData Center ManagementInfrastructure as CodeAutomationDisaster RecoveryCybersecurityVendor ManagementService Performance MetricsCompliance Management

Soft Skills

Executive-Level CommunicationTeam DevelopmentStrategic PlanningProblem SolvingHuman Resource Management

Tools & Technologies

AzureWindowsLinuxVirtualizationMonitoring ToolsBackup SolutionsContainer PlatformsService CatalogsIncident Management SystemsCloud Consumption Models

Certifications & Qualifications

ITILLean/Six SigmaProject ManagementEnterprise ArchitectureFinancial Management

Industry Keywords

Platform ModernizationService TransformationOperational PerformanceRisk ManagementInfrastructure Lifecycle

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber SecurityLinux

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and lead ITT’s global platform services strategy across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments
Establish strategic plans for platform technologies, service models, sourcing, investments, architectures, and enterprise standards
Lead operational and strategic planning, including demand, capacity, roadmap prioritization, resources, risks, finances, and service performance
Align platform capabilities, priorities, funding, governance, and service levels with enterprise objectives
Build, develop, and lead a high-performing global organization distributed across the United States, Greece, and India
Attract, develop, mentor, and retain talent while fostering technical excellence and continuous improvement
Establish platform vision, architecture, standards, governance, service levels, financial discipline, and execution cadence
Lead platform modernization, automation, observability, resilience engineering, cloud governance, vendor performance, and service transformation
Oversee platform operations, documentation, maintenance schedules, monitoring, response metrics, policies, procedures, and controls
Lead the enterprise platform project portfolio, including modernization, cloud, compliance, M&A, and infrastructure lifecycle initiatives
Manage workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, recruitment, performance management, and leadership development
Own operating and capital budgets, forecasting, cloud and infrastructure cost optimization, FinOps, and chargeback/showback models where applicable
Benchmark and recommend improvements to platform performance, resilience, cost, security, scalability, automation, standardization, developer experience, and customer experience
Direct deployment, monitoring, lifecycle management, modernization, and support for cloud, hybrid infrastructure, data centers, servers, operating systems, storage, backup, databases, automation, observability, and shared services
Govern technology purchases, renewals, investments, RFPs, and procurement efforts
Lead platform strategy and execution for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, remote site modernization, and enterprise infrastructure transformation
Govern vendors, cloud providers, managed service providers, and technology partners; lead negotiations and hold providers accountable for outcomes
Communicate strategy, performance, initiatives, financial results, risks, incidents, compliance, and improvement plans to executive leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, business, or a related field
Advanced degree preferred
10+ years of progressive IT infrastructure, platform engineering, cloud, or enterprise technology experience
5+ years leading global platform, cloud, data center, infrastructure, or shared services teams in a complex enterprise environment
Relevant certifications or demonstrated expertise in ITIL, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, enterprise architecture, project/program management, financial management, Lean/Six Sigma, or related disciplines preferred
Broad enterprise knowledge of Windows, Linux, iSeries, virtualization, cloud services, storage, backup and recovery, patching, vulnerability management, databases, disaster recovery, container platforms, monitoring, observability, automation, infrastructure as code, and hybrid operating models
Demonstrated experience defining strategy and governance for Azure and hybrid cloud platforms
Strong technical understanding of enterprise platform architecture
Experience building, leading, and developing geographically dispersed teams
Experience developing and executing global infrastructure strategies, multi-year roadmaps, modernization programs, service standards, and investment plans
Experience managing global platform services, budgets, vendor relationships, operational performance, risk, compliance, service accountability, and executive reporting across multiple countries and business units
Experience applying data privacy practices and laws in multiple countries
Experience sponsoring and directing large-scale global programs
Understanding of modern platform operating practices, platform-as-a-product thinking, self-service enablement, service catalogs, automation, reliability engineering, incident management, change enablement, and measurable service outcomes
Strong understanding of human resource management principles, practices, and procedures
Executive-level written, verbal, and presentation skills
Proven experience in IT infrastructure strategic planning, project management, and policy development
Experience with systems design and development from business requirements analysis through day-to-day management
Strong business acumen, including financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, vendor cost management, service economics, and connecting infrastructure decisions to business outcomes
In-depth knowledge of applicable IT laws and regulations
Working knowledge of software licensing, cloud consumption models, enterprise agreements, technology lifecycle management, and vendor commercial terms
Experience collaborating across Networking, Digital Workplace, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, and Operational Technology
Up to 10% travel and limited international travel; ability to obtain a passport required
On-call availability and flexible hours as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k)
Short- and long-term disability
Paid time off
Growth and developmental opportunities
Incentive compensation programs
Flexible work hours
Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and candidates with disabilities