Director, IT Infrastructure and Operational Technology

Nexus Water Group • Sugar Land, TX

72d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director, IT Infrastructure and Operational Technology leads the strategy, security, and performance of IT infrastructure and operational technology systems that support safe, reliable water and wastewater operations. The role oversees IT Infrastructure and OT Security, integrating enterprise systems with industrial control environments and partnering with cybersecurity and operational teams to maintain secure, reliable, and modern technology environments that enable continuous service delivery.

The role is based at the company’s Sugar Land, Texas office. It is primarily office-based and includes travel to operational and field locations of up to 20%.

Requirements

• 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, such as SCADA, RTUs, and PLCs, in a utility, energy, or critical infrastructure environment.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Strong knowledge of IT infrastructure, including networks, cloud platforms, data centers, and 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting cybersecurity frameworks, such as NIST CSF.
• Experience leading large, cross-functional technology teams.
• Experience managing large-scale technology investments and vendor partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Operational Technology (OT) Security team overseeing industrial control systems and SCADA, and the 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.

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 3 weeks annually and 11 company-paid holidays.
• Health, dental, prescription, and vision benefits beginning the first day of the month after the start date.
• 401(k) program with a 100% match on contributions up to 4% of salary, plus an additional 3% employer contribution.
• Professional development opportunities through training, professional certifications, and an education allowance.
• Company-provided life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director