Principal IT Architect (Operational Technology)
Core
Principal IT Architect providing deep technical and functional authority for Xcel Energy's mission-critical Operational Technology (OT) platforms, specifically Electric Distribution, Electric Transmission, and Gas Distribution and Transmission.
Role type
Principal IT Architect (Operational Technology)
Builds
OT platforms for electric and gas utility grid operations
Domain
Energy / Utility / Operational Technology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
OT system expertise (Electric Distribution, Transmission, Gas), SCADA integration, IAM, cybersecurity coordination, platform roadmap planning, enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF, SOA), technical lifecycle management
Preferred skills
Real-time SCADA systems leadership, Schneider Electric/GE EMS platforms, major OT upgrades, enterprise-level OT architecture strategy, platform-based roadmaps for ADMS/EMS/SCADA/DERMS/OMS
Technologies
SCADA, ICCP, ADMS, EMS, DEMS, DERMS, OMS, TOGAF, SOA
Responsibilities
Provide deep subject matter expertise for OT environments; Author OT standards; Validate integration designs for real-time performance; Consult on IAM and cybersecurity scenarios; Develop platform roadmaps; Engage in cross-team coordination for OT security integration
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship
