Director, Automation Technology Integration & Cybersecurity

Position Summary 

The  Director – Automation Technology Integration & Cybersecurity provides strategic, technical, and operational leadership for automation engineering, process control, SCADA, alarm management, control philosophy development, industrial cybersecurity, and related field services. This role is responsible for developing and executing automation and cybersecurity strategies across engineering consulting, system integration, field maintenance & support, compliance, and availability monitoring services for industrial clients in sectors such as oil & gas, power, utilities, mining, manufacturing, and infrastructure. 

The Director ensures safe, reliable, compliant, and secure industrial control systems (ICS/OT) while driving technical excellence, business growth, and client satisfaction across global markets. 

Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Governance 

• Define and execute the automation, process control, and OT cybersecurity strategy aligned with corporate objectives and industry best practices. 
• Establish standards, methodologies, and governance frameworks for control systems engineering, SCADA, alarm management, and cybersecurity. 
• Lead technology roadmaps for digitalization, reliability, availability monitoring, and secure industrial operations. 
• Serve as a subject-matter authority supporting executive decision-making and client engagements. 

Automation and Technology Engineering, Consulting & Project Delivery 

• Oversee delivery of automation and control system projects, including: 
• DCS, PLC, SCADA, SIS, and HMI systems 
• Control philosophy and operational narratives 
• Alarm rationalization (ISA‑18.2 / IEC 62682) 
• Control system modernization and lifecycle management 
• Ensure projects meet scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements. 
• Support complex proposals, estimates, and technical sales activities. 

Industrial Cybersecurity Leadership 

• Lead development and implementation of OT/ICS cybersecurity programs, including: 
• Risk assessments and gap analyses 
• Network segmentation and secure architectures 
• Compliance with IEC 62443, NIST, and client-specific standards 
• Incident response planning and recovery strategies 
• Compliance and Availability monitoring and incident response 
• Integrate cybersecurity into automation engineering, field support, and operations. 
• Advise clients on regulatory compliance and cyber risk management. 
• Development and support of client’s BCP and DRP planning and testing annually. 

Field Maintenance, Support & Availability Monitoring 

• Oversee field services for automation systems, including: 
• Preventive and corrective maintenance 
• Asset health and availability monitoring 
• Remote support, troubleshooting, and lifecycle optimization 
• Drive service reliability, client uptime, and long-term support agreements. 
• Ensure safe execution of field work in compliance with the global markets and client HSE requirements. 

Compliance & Quality Assurance 

• Ensure adherence to applicable regulations, client standards, and international codes. 
• Champion compliance with safety, cybersecurity, alarm management, and quality frameworks. 
• Support audits, certifications, and continuous improvement initiatives. 

People Leadership & Development 

• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams including automation engineers, cybersecurity specialists, and field technicians. 
• Build high-performing teams through recruitment, training, performance management, and succession planning. 
• Foster a culture of safety, innovation, accountability, and professional excellence. 

Client Relationship  

• Act as a senior technical interface with key clients and strategic partners. 
• Identify emerging technologies and services that enhance value to clients. 
• Maintain products and services free of non-conformance. 

Strategic Vendor Partnership Development 

• Develop and execute a comprehensive OEM and vendor partnership strategy aligned with company growth objectives. 
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new OEMs and strategic vendors to expand market reach and service capabilities. 
• Negotiate partnership agreements, contracts, pricing structures, and service-level commitments 

Business Development & Revenue Growth 

• Identify new revenue streams, joint ventures, and co-development opportunities with OEM and vendor partners 
• Drive pipeline development through strategic alliances and channel partnerships 
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging technologies to identify growth opportunities 
• Support market growth through: 
• Solution development 
• Technical differentiation 
• Thought leadership and innovation 

Qualifications & ExperienceEducation 

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Control, Automation, Computer, or Systems Engineering (required) 
• Master’s degree or MBA (asset) 
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Canada (strong asset) 

Experience 

• 15+ years in automation, process control, or industrial systems 
• 7+ years in senior technical or leadership roles 
• Proven experience in: 
• SCADA, DCS, PLC, SIS environments 
• Control philosophy development and implementation 
• Alarm rationalization and management programs 
• Field maintenance and remote operations support 
• Industrial cybersecurity for OT/ICS systems 
• Experience in engineering consulting and life‑cycle service delivery 

Technical Knowledge 

• Industrial control platforms (e.g., Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Honeywell, ABB, Emerson) 
• Alarm management standards (ISA‑18.2, IEC 62682) 
• Control system lifecycle and modernization strategies 
• OT/ICS cybersecurity frameworks (IEC 62443, NIST CSF, ISO 27001 – applied to OT) 
• Network architectures and secure OT design 
• Availability, reliability, and asset performance monitoring 

Key Competencies 

• Strategic and systems thinking 
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills 
• Client-focused and commercially astute 
• Excellent communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders 
• Risk management and safety leadership 
• Ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary initiatives 

Working Conditions 

• Occasional travel within Canada and internationally 
• Combination of office‑based, client site, and remote work, aligned with business requirements. 
• Exposure to industrial environments and field operations 

Why Join Us 

• Lead cutting-edge automation and cybersecurity initiatives 
• Shape the future of safe, reliable, and secure industrial operations 
• Work with a diverse portfolio of complex industrial clients 
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities