OT Network Technician Lead

Title: OT Network Technician Lead

Location: Ennis, TX

Duration: 6 months contract to hire

Direct Client

Job Description

We are looking for an OT Network Technician Lead who can align the delivery of our technology services with our Operational Technology (OT) goals and objectives. As an OT technology lead, you will be responsible for acting as the voice of customer for the OT engineering and production teams, ensuring that technology services are delivered with the level of security, reliability, and performance to support them in their work. This position will be contract and onsite (Ennis, TX) and requires occasional travel.

What You ll Do

Lead the development and execution of the OT technology strategy and roadmap for the company

Inform the strategy and roadmap of all technology services to ensure that OT requirements are considered and delivered in the timeframes required

Ensure the delivery of IT services effectively supports OT goals and objectives

Contribute to the technology budget and resource planning

Supervise the OT technology projects and deliverables

Work closely with the IT department and other stakeholders to ensure the integration and alignment of OT and IT systems

Review and evaluate the IT services and processes that support the OT functions and operations

Establish and enforce the OT technology standards, policies, and best practices

Identify and mitigate the OT technology risks and issues

Provide technical guidance and support to the OT technology team and clients

Stay updated on the latest OT technology trends and innovations

Required:

5+ years of Network Technicican experience in OT technology

Working knowledge of RSLinx and/or FactoryTalk

Support experience of network configurations and security, device connectivity, dashboard management, and hands-on device maintenance and troubleshooting

Proven track record of leading and delivering successful OT technology projects

Strong knowledge of OT technology concepts, protocols, and standards

Experience with OT technology platforms, tools, and vendors

Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks

Occasional travel

Preferred:

Certification in OT technology or related field is a plus