Director, OT Network Infrastructure

RWE Clean Energy, LLC

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Director, Network Infrastructure, Operational Technologies (OT)

The Director, Network Infrastructure, Operational Technologies (OT) provides both strategic leadership and operational direction for the company’s OT infrastructure. This role 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. Beyond day‑to‑day operations, the director plays a pivotal role in shaping the enterprise OT program, establishing governance, leading modernization efforts, and ensuring resilience of the company’s renewable energy infrastructure. The role collaborates closely with Tier 3 project teams, the Strategy & Planning function, and the Enterprise Architect to align operational support with long‑term strategy.

Core Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership

• 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.

Operational Excellence

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Pay range :

The annual base salary range for this position in Illinois is $160,000 – $220,000. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position and represents the range for new hire salaries across all U.S. locations. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. RWE considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

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.

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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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