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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director, IT Infrastructure and Operational Technology - **Company:** Nexus - **Location:** Sugar Land, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Data Centers, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), IT Management, Information Technology, Process Control Systems, Operational Systems - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17475682?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17475682%2FDirector-It-Infrastructure-Operational-Technology-Texas-Sugar-Land ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field * 10+ years of progressive IT leadership experience * 5+ years of experience working with operational technology systems (e.g., SCADA, RTUs, PLCs) in a utility, energy, or critical infrastructure environment * Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record Preferred (Nice to Have) * Experience supporting cybersecurity frameworks, such as NIST CSF * Experience leading large, cross-functional technology teams * Experience managing large-scale technology investments and vendor partnerships Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities * Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure (networks, cloud platforms, data centers, telecommunications) * Experience with industrial control systems and industrial networking protocols * Understanding of cybersecurity principles in regulated environments * Ability to lead and develop technical teams across multiple disciplines * Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical audiences * Ability to balance operational reliability with modernization and long-term strategy ## Description The Director, IT Infrastructure and Operational Technology leads the strategy, security, and performance of IT infrastructure and operational technology (OT) systems that support safe, reliable water and wastewater operations. This role will oversee both IT Infrastructure and OT Security functions, ensuring strong integration between enterprise systems and industrial control environments. You'll partner closely with cybersecurity and operational teams to maintain secure, reliable, and modern technology environments that enable continuous service delivery., In this role, the Director, IT Infrastructure and Operational Technology will: * Lead two functional teams - an Operational Technology (OT) Security team overseeing industrial control systems and SCADA, and an IT Infrastructure team overseeing data centers, networks, cloud platforms, unified communications, and telecommunications * Lead and execute IT and OT strategy aligned with business goals, regulatory requirements, and capital planning * Ensure reliability, availability, and lifecycle management of systems supporting utility operations * Partner with Cybersecurity to maintain a strong security posture across IT and OT environments * Develop teams across IT Infrastructure and OT Security, building a culture of accountability and continuous improvement * Manage capital and operating budgets, vendor relationships, and strategic technology partnerships * Establish performance metrics, service levels, and operational processes to support a 24/7 utility environment * Serve as a senior technology advisor to leadership and represent the organization in industry and regulatory forums ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [The Sustainability Race: AI's Promises, Pitfalls and Potential](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100155-the-sustainability-race-ai-s-promises-pitfalls-and-potential) - [Your Manager Doesn’t Come with a User Manual (But You Can Totally Write One)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1495-your-manager-doesn-t-come-with-a-user-manual-but-you-can-totally-write-one) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Building the Nervous System of AI - Michael Kagan (NVIDIA)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2133-building-the-nervous-system-of-ai-michael-kagan-nvidia) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer)