Bilingual IT/OT Systems Director

ADP, Inc.; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Indra is seeking a Bilingual IT/OT Systems Director to lead the US technology strategy, securing and aligning operations with the global IT framework. You will manage local IT/OT infrastructure and supervise industrial systems across plants and offices from Overland Park, KS.

You will coordinate with Production, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to ensure system continuity, data integrity, and cyber resilience in a multinational environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Electronics, Industrial Automation, or related field.
• 8-10 years of experience in industrial or multinational environments.
• Experience with MES, SCADA, HMI, PLC systems and IT/OT infrastructures.
• Experience with NIST SP 800-53 and NIST SP 800-171.

Responsibilities

• Lead local IT/OT infrastructure for US operations and plants.
• Oversee MES, SCADA, HMIs, PLCs, and industrial networks.
• Ensure cybersecurity controls in line with NIST SP 800-53/171 and audits.
• Coordinate with global IT and external vendors; support budgeting and investment planning.

Skills

IT/OT leadership

Cybersecurity

Industrial networking

Project coordination

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Electronics, Industrial Automation, or related field

Tools

MES

SCADA

HMI

PLC

IoT platforms

ERP integrations

Job description

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Overland Park, KS, US

The Bilingual IT/OT Systems Director for the USA will be responsible for leading, coordinating, and overseeing the operation, evolution, and security of the company’s technology systems in the United States, ensuring operational continuity across industrial and corporate environments while aligning local operations with the multinational company’s global IT strategy.

Key Responsibilities

IT/OT Infrastructure Management

• Manage and oversee the local IT and OT infrastructure for the US operations/plants.
• Ensure availability, performance, and operational continuity of IT and OT systems.
• Coordinate secure integration and segmentation between IT and OT networks.
• Manage industrial and corporate networks, communications, and site connectivity.
• Oversee hybrid environments, virtualization, backups, and operational continuity.

Industrial and Production Systems

• Manage and support industrial production systems, including:
  • MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems)
  • SCADA systems
  • HMIs
  • PLCs
  • Industrial monitoring and data acquisition systems
  • Industrial testing benches and validation environments
• Implement and maintain integrations between MES systems, ERP platforms, OT networks, and IoT platforms.
• Lead industrial digitalization and automation initiatives.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Maintenance teams to ensure operational stability and technological evolution.
• Ensure availability, traceability, and integrity of plant and industrial system data.

Cybersecurity & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with corporate cybersecurity standards and frameworks, including:
  • NIST SP 800-53
  • NIST SP 800-171
• Implement and oversee cybersecurity controls across IT and OT environments.
• Support audits, business continuity planning, and technology risk management activities.
• Coordinate incident response and vulnerability management initiatives.
• Ensure proper implementation of corporate security policies within the US subsidiary.

Global Coordination & Management

• Act as the liaison between the global IT organization and the local US operation.
• Coordinate technology vendors and external service providers.
• Participate in global infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital transformation projects.
• Support budgeting, technology asset management, and local investment planning.
• Ensure alignment between local operational needs and the company’s global IT strategy.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Telecommunications, Electronics, Industrial Automation, or related field.

Experience

• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in similar roles within industrial or multinational environments.
• Strong experience in:
  • MES, SCADA, HMI, and PLC systems
  • IT/OT infrastructures
  • Industrial and corporate networking
  • Industrial systems integration and IoT platforms
  • Industrial cybersecurity
• Proven experience working with:
  • NIST SP 800-53
  • NIST SP 800-171
• Experience collaborating with global IT organizations and multinational environments.

Technical Skills

• OT network segmentation.
• Industrial firewalls and OT cybersecurity.
• Virtualized and hybrid infrastructures.
• Windows Server and Linux environments.
• Backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Industrial monitoring and networking tools.
• Integration between MES, ERP, and IoT systems.

Languages

• Native English speaker required.
• Professional Spanish proficiency (minimum B2/C1).

Competencies

• Strong leadership and international communication skills.
• Business-oriented mindset with focus on operational continuity.
• Strategic and hands-on technical profile.
• Ability to manage critical incidents and priorities.
• Strong coordination skills between technical and operational teams.
• High level of autonomy and decision-making capability.

Indra is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Indra participates in eVerify.