Description

The role sits on Intersect’s Corporate Technology team and leads strategy, security, and reliability for Operational Technology that supports generation assets. You will ensure OT systems—from SCADA to networking and data infrastructure—are resilient, secure and scalable, partnering with Operations, Engineering, Cybersecurity and external vendors to set standards, manage risk and enable high‑performing asset operations. The Operation‑and‑Technology team is critical to the clean‑energy transition, providing safe, reliable, and secure asset performance at scale.

• Define and maintain OT architecture standards across generation assets, including SCADA, networking, and data storage systems
• Develop and own the OT roadmap to support asset reliability, scalability, and long‑term operational needs
• Establish policies, procedures, and documentation that align with industry best practices and regulatory requirements
• Lead OT cybersecurity efforts, including compliance with frameworks such as GISCP and other applicable standards
• Partner with internal security teams to identify, assess, and mitigate OT‑specific cyber risks
• Support incident response planning, tabletop exercises, and recovery strategies for OT environments
• Oversee the performance, availability, and lifecycle management of OT systems across operating sites
• Collaborate with Operations and Engineering teams to troubleshoot system issues and support asset uptime
• Ensure secure remote access and data flow between field assets and enterprise systems
• Manage relationships with OT vendors, system integrators, and service providers
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to align access controls, change management, and system upgrades
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and prioritization of OT investments

Requirements

• Experience leading or owning Operational Technology systems in energy, oil and gas, or industrial environments
• Hands‑on knowledge of SCADA systems, industrial networking, and OT data storage architectures
• Familiarity with OT cybersecurity principles and standards, including GISCP or comparable framework
• Understanding of industrial control system risk management and secure system design
• Ability to partner effectively with Operations, Engineering, and Cybersecurity teams
• Experience working with external vendors, integrators, and contractors
• Clear communication skills that help translate technical concepts for non‑technical partners

Benefits

Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since 2016, offering work‑from‑home, hybrid and in‑office options across its hub locations in the Bay Area, NYC, Denver, Houston, Calgary and Toronto. The company deepens social connections through quarterly Team Week experiences and encourages in‑person collaboration. Candidates are sought within 60 miles of any hub to blend remote flexibility with face‑to‑face interaction.

Intersect offers a total compensation package of $185,000–$195,000 (base plus bonus) along with comprehensive health coverage for you and dependents, unlimited PTO and two company‑wide breaks. Family support includes up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave and additional weeks for birth parents, plus access to family‑planning services. Additional benefits cover mental‑health resources, a 3 % non‑elective 401k/RRSP contribution, monthly stipends for food and home‑office expenses, pet‑insurance, UrbanSitter credits and other wellness perks.

• Total compensation of $185,000–$195,000 (base salary plus bonus)
• 100% premium medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and dependents
• Unlimited PTO plus two company‑wide holiday breaks
• Up to 12 weeks fully paid parental leave and additional weeks for birth parents
• Free mental‑health access via Spring Health and Headspace meditation account
• 3% non‑elective employer contribution to 401k or RRSP
• $150 monthly food stipend and $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/internet
• Pet‑insurance allowance, full home office setup, and UrbanSitter credits
• Access to ActiveHero and One Medical wellness programs

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance