Operational Technology Manager

Job Title: Operational Technology Manager Location: Salisbury, MD Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $97 - 145K (Depending on Experience) Contractor Work Model: Onsite Our client is seeking an Operational Technology Manager to support a wide range of agricultural commodity operations and a diverse portfolio of businesses.

The organization is rooted in tradition with a forward-thinking mindset and maintains a culture founded on teamwork, integrity, and respect.

The work environment is inclusive, supportive, and focused on empowering employees to make meaningful contributions both within the organization and in the communities it serves.

Emphasis is placed on professional development, growth opportunities, and work-life balance.

Operational Technology Manager Summary A major initiative is underway to modernize Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure, SCADA systems, and analytics at key production sites, including edible oil refineries and soybean processing facilities.

The Operational Technology Manager will provide strategic leadership for OT, managing a dedicated team and collaborating with engineering and operations to implement and maintain OT systems across all relevant sites.

Operational Technology Manager Principal and Essential Duties & Responsibilities Develop and implement strategies to enhance the convergence between IT and OT systems Assess the security, effectiveness, and resilience of current systems; identify and execute improvements Oversee the planning, design, and execution of IT/OT projects Manage relationships with external vendors and partners to ensure successful project implementation Provide direction and support to IT/OT project teams, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery Operational Technology Manager Experience Requirements 15+ years of experience in IT or Operational Technology roles Background in manufacturing or industrial operations Expertise in infrastructure and cybersecurity technologies, including servers, firewalls, network switches, network segmentation, vulnerability assessments, and risk management Proven experience managing technical teams and large-scale projects Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% to operational facilities Operational Technology Manager Preferred Experience Experience in agribusiness or process manufacturing Familiarity with SCADA systems such as Rockwell FactoryTalk and/or Ignition Relevant certifications (e.g., GIAC, GICSP, ISA/IEC 62443) OEM-specific training and certifications (e.g., Rockwell, Inductive Automation)? Operational Technology Manager Minimum Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline #M- #LI- #DI- Ref: #706-IT York

Full Time