Director of Architecture - Operational Technology (OT) Solutions

TRC Companies, Inc. • Portland, OR

59d • $250,000 - $290,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Director of Architecture - Operational Technology (OT) Solutions to lead the architectural design and delivery of Operational Technology (OT) solutions in the utility sector, including electric, gas, and water utilities. This role is responsible for defining end-to-end OT solution architecture, aligning with enterprise IT/OT strategies, and overseeing delivery across complex, multi-disciplinary, multi-workstream programs involving SCADA, ADMS, DERMS, AMI, EMS, and other critical infrastructure systems. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in OT/IT convergence, digital grid modernization, and cybersecurity, and is capable of engaging with executive stakeholders, technical teams, vendors, and regulatory bodies to drive transformational outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Computer Science, or related field; Master's or MBA preferred.
• 14+ years of experience in OT/IT architecture and delivery within the utility or energy sector.
• Deep technical knowledge of utility OT platforms such as SCADA, EMS, ADMS, OMS, AMI, and DERMS.
• Proven expertise in systems integration, network architecture, real-time data platforms, and protocols (e.g., DNP3, IEC 61850, Modbus).
• Experience with cloud, edge, and hybrid OT architectures.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity standards (NIST, NERC CIP) and resilience planning for critical infrastructure.
• Strong vendor and stakeholder management experience, including RFPs, solution evaluations, and contract oversight.

Responsibilities

• Define and evolve OT architecture frameworks aligned to business goals, regulatory compliance, and security requirements.
• Lead architectural design for large-scale OT systems (SCADA, ADMS, EMS, DMS, OMS, AMI, DERMS, etc.).
• Ensure interoperability across IT and OT systems, including data integration, edge computing, and network design.
• Provide architectural leadership on utility grid modernization, distributed energy integration, and automation initiatives.
• Support raising TRC's profile as an industry leader in operational technologies and innovative solutioning by creating marketing artifacts, writing industry facing articles/blogs, or presenting at conferences.
• Act as the technical authority across delivery teams, ensuring alignment with architecture vision and standards.
• Lead solution design reviews, validate technical feasibility, and oversee implementation across multiple concurrent OT projects.
• Engage with utility operational teams to understand requirements and translate them into scalable, secure, and supportable solutions.
• Drive vendor and technology selection and manage partnerships with system integrators and OEMs.
• Lead efforts to develop and evangelize innovative solutions that bring the best of emerging and new technologies to our clients and TRC's core offerings.
• Support and drive client engagement to develop new business opportunities for TRC.
• Support sales team with establishing and enhancing client relationships through direct support on calls, site visits, and thought leadership on complex technical discussions.
• Lead and support proposal responses driving solution and technical approach, writing content for key technical and business solution sections, and supporting commercial sizing and work estimates.
• Support staffing efforts and strategic hiring by attracting talent and former colleagues to TRC.
• Serve as a thought leader and advisor to utility executives and senior management.
• Establish and enforce OT architecture governance processes and best practices.
• Mentor and guide junior architects, engineers, and delivery teams on OT architecture standards and methods.
• Lead and manage team of Operational Technology (OT) Architects
• Ensure solutions meet or exceed NERC CIP, IEC 61850, and other regulatory/cybersecurity standards.
• Partner with cybersecurity teams to conduct risk assessments and define controls for OT environments.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
• These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services