RWE
Director, OT Network Infrastructure
RWE Clean Energy, LLC
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent.
Job Summary Provides strategic leadership and operational direction for the company’s OT infrastructure. Oversees two Tier 2 life‑cycle support teams—Networking and Security—responsible for break/fix, maintenance, equipment refresh, and compliance across mission‑critical OT systems. Shapes the enterprise OT program, establishes governance, leads modernization efforts, and ensures resilience of the company’s renewable energy infrastructure.
Core Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction for all OT functions within the organization, ensuring seamless integration of security, applications, coordination, and incident/user support into a cohesive OT program.
Establish, implement, and enforce enterprise‑level OT governance frameworks, operational standards, and compliance protocols to ensure readiness for audits and inspections.
Develop and manage multi‑year plans for OT system upgrades, process enhancements, and workforce development aligned with business and regulatory needs.
Direct large‑scale, cross‑functional OT initiatives such as modernization programs, security posture improvements, and critical infrastructure resilience projects.
Represent OT leadership in corporate planning sessions, regulatory engagements, and industry forums to influence direction and policy.
Lead two Tier 2 life‑cycle support teams (Networking and Security), ensuring high performance in break/fix, maintenance, equipment/system refresh, and compliance.
Oversee development of KPIs, dashboards, and reporting structures to provide executives with visibility into OT performance, risk status, and strategic progress.
Ensure smooth handoff of systems from Tier 3 project teams into Tier 2 support for long‑term operations.
Serve as the senior‑level escalation point for complex OT incidents, coordinating enterprise‑level response and ensuring post‑incident reviews drive improvements.
Manage departmental budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources to priority initiatives while maintaining operational stability.
Partner with the Enterprise Architect and Strategy & Planning team to align operational practices with long‑term technology roadmaps.
Lead strategic vendor relationships, negotiating contracts and managing performance to ensure solutions meet enterprise operational requirements.
Ensure compliance with all applicable standards (e.g., NERC CIP, NIST, ISO 27001) and drive continuous readiness for regulatory inspections.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of experience in network and/or security infrastructure management, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
Deep expertise in networking and security systems technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, switches, routers, VPNs, segmentation, wireless, monitoring tools).
Proven track record leading operational support teams with lifecycle management, compliance, and incident response responsibilities.
Strong understanding of compliance frameworks relevant to OT environments (e.g., NERC CIP, NIST, ISO 27001).
Strategic thinker with strong operational execution skills, excellent leadership and team development abilities, and strong communication and executive stakeholder management skills.
Ability to balance compliance, operational stability, and innovation; motivated self‑starter, goal‑oriented, and strong problem‑solving abilities.
Demonstrated desire to learn about the company and the renewables space; demonstrates deep understanding of networking and security technologies with the ability to translate technical insights into business value.
Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams.
Commitment to safety, resilience, and regulatory readiness; collaborative mindset with strong vendor and partner management skills; resilient, adaptable, and capable of leading through change.
Pay Range The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $160,000 ‑ $220,000.
Benefits Offered Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short‑term incentives, in addition to salary.
Contact Any questions? Contact HR: rwece_recruiting@rwe.com
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent.
Job Summary Provides strategic leadership and operational direction for the company’s OT infrastructure. Oversees two Tier 2 life‑cycle support teams—Networking and Security—responsible for break/fix, maintenance, equipment refresh, and compliance across mission‑critical OT systems. Shapes the enterprise OT program, establishes governance, leads modernization efforts, and ensures resilience of the company’s renewable energy infrastructure.
Core Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction for all OT functions within the organization, ensuring seamless integration of security, applications, coordination, and incident/user support into a cohesive OT program.
Establish, implement, and enforce enterprise‑level OT governance frameworks, operational standards, and compliance protocols to ensure readiness for audits and inspections.
Develop and manage multi‑year plans for OT system upgrades, process enhancements, and workforce development aligned with business and regulatory needs.
Direct large‑scale, cross‑functional OT initiatives such as modernization programs, security posture improvements, and critical infrastructure resilience projects.
Represent OT leadership in corporate planning sessions, regulatory engagements, and industry forums to influence direction and policy.
Lead two Tier 2 life‑cycle support teams (Networking and Security), ensuring high performance in break/fix, maintenance, equipment/system refresh, and compliance.
Oversee development of KPIs, dashboards, and reporting structures to provide executives with visibility into OT performance, risk status, and strategic progress.
Ensure smooth handoff of systems from Tier 3 project teams into Tier 2 support for long‑term operations.
Serve as the senior‑level escalation point for complex OT incidents, coordinating enterprise‑level response and ensuring post‑incident reviews drive improvements.
Manage departmental budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources to priority initiatives while maintaining operational stability.
Partner with the Enterprise Architect and Strategy & Planning team to align operational practices with long‑term technology roadmaps.
Lead strategic vendor relationships, negotiating contracts and managing performance to ensure solutions meet enterprise operational requirements.
Ensure compliance with all applicable standards (e.g., NERC CIP, NIST, ISO 27001) and drive continuous readiness for regulatory inspections.
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of experience in network and/or security infrastructure management, with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
Deep expertise in networking and security systems technologies (e.g., firewalls, IDS/IPS, switches, routers, VPNs, segmentation, wireless, monitoring tools).
Proven track record leading operational support teams with lifecycle management, compliance, and incident response responsibilities.
Strong understanding of compliance frameworks relevant to OT environments (e.g., NERC CIP, NIST, ISO 27001).
Strategic thinker with strong operational execution skills, excellent leadership and team development abilities, and strong communication and executive stakeholder management skills.
Ability to balance compliance, operational stability, and innovation; motivated self‑starter, goal‑oriented, and strong problem‑solving abilities.
Demonstrated desire to learn about the company and the renewables space; demonstrates deep understanding of networking and security technologies with the ability to translate technical insights into business value.
Excellent proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Teams.
Commitment to safety, resilience, and regulatory readiness; collaborative mindset with strong vendor and partner management skills; resilient, adaptable, and capable of leading through change.
Pay Range The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $160,000 ‑ $220,000.
Benefits Offered Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays. Eligible employees also participate in short‑term incentives, in addition to salary.
Contact Any questions? Contact HR: rwece_recruiting@rwe.com
EEO Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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