Senior Operational Technology (OT) Project Manager

Overview

Hybrid
$70+
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 6 Month(s)

Skills

Project
Manager
Operational Technology
SCADA
PMP

Job Details

Senior Operational Technology (OT) Project Manager

Location: Houston, TX - Hybrid (4x on-site)

Duration: 6 months

Interview: Video Type

Job Summary:

Our client is seeking a Senior Operational Technology Project Manager. The Senior Operational Technology (OT) Project Manager is responsible for leading and executing complex OT projects within the IT organization of a Fortune 200 company. This role requires a deep understanding of industrial automation, cybersecurity, and IT/OT convergence to drive strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, security, and compliance.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Industrial Automation, or a related field (Master s preferred).
  • 8+ years of project management experience in Operational Technology (OT), IT/OT convergence, or industrial automation.
  • Strong experience in leading large-scale OT transformation projects within a corporate IT environment.
  • Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, PMP, PRINCE2).
  • Knowledge of ICS, SCADA, MES, IIoT, and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, IEC 62443).
  • Experience with cloud-based OT solutions (AWS, Azure IoT, Edge Computing).
  • Strong understanding of networking, industrial protocols (Modbus, OPC UA, Ethernet/IP), and OT cybersecurity.
  • Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership & Execution:

  • Manage full lifecycle OT projects, from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, risk assessments, and resource allocation.
  • Drive IT/OT integration initiatives, ensuring seamless collaboration between enterprise IT and industrial control systems (ICS).

Stakeholder & Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Act as a liaison between IT, operations, and engineering teams to align OT initiatives with business objectives.
  • Coordinate with cybersecurity teams to ensure OT systems adhere to industry security standards (e.g., NIST, ISA/IEC 62443).
  • Work with vendors and service providers to deliver high-quality OT solutions while managing contracts and service agreements.

Risk Management & Compliance:

  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to OT project execution and cybersecurity threats.
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations (e.g., NERC CIP, FDA, ISO 27001) and internal IT/OT governance policies.
  • Implement best practices for change management, system resilience, and disaster recovery in OT environments.

Technical & Business Alignment:

  • Oversee the deployment of SCADA, DCS, MES, PLC, and other industrial automation systems.
  • Support IT/OT infrastructure initiatives, including edge computing, cloud integration, and IoT deployments.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging OT trends, technologies, and regulatory changes impacting the organization.

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