IT/OT Project Manager

Corevia Staffing; Alaska; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

PSEG is seeking an experienced IT/OT Project Manager to lead end-to-end delivery of Transmission & Distribution SCADA initiatives supporting BES Cyber Assets. The role requires navigating NERC CIP controls, coordinating with utility operations, cybersecurity, and compliance teams.

Hybrid work with travel to client locations is expected. The ideal candidate will apply PMP-based project management within an IT/OT context, ensuring safety, high availability, and deterministic behavior across

Qualifications

• 10+ years of OT/SCADA project management in electric utility environments.
• Proven track record delivering projects with NERC CIP compliance.
• PMP preferred; CISSP/CISM/GCIP certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead IT/OT infrastructure deployments across Transmission and Distribution SCADA environments.
• Ensure compliance with NERC CIP standards and zero residual compliance risk.
• Develop and manage project-level org charts, milestone schedules and plans.
• Assist in developing technical vision for PSEG LI systems and translate into end-to-end architectures.
• Support and create solutions for system dependencies identified during the effort.
• Coordinate with PSEG LI Supply Chain on RFPs/SOWs and 3rd party solutions.
• Provide weekly & monthly status reporting and prepare steering committee presentations.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery per EPMO guidelines and Stage Gate Scorecards.

Skills

PMP

NERC CIP

IT/OT integration

Stage Gate

EPMO governance

Cybersecurity

Job description

Job Title: IT/OT Project Manager

Location: 80 Park Place, Newark, NJ (Hybrid (Remote + travel to client location as required)

Mode: Contract

Client : PSEG

We have an urgent requirement with PSEG for an experienced IT/OT Project Manager to lead critical Transmission & Distribution SCADA initiatives supporting Bulk Electric System (BES) Cyber Assets. The selected consultant will be responsible for end-to-end project delivery while ensuring compliance with NERC CIP standards and utility operational requirements.

We are actively seeking strong utility-domain project management profiles and would appreciate receiving qualified resumes no later than Monday, August 31, 2026, due to the expedited client review process.

3 interview availability slots, starting from 09/01/2026 (Tue) , preferably 3-5 pm EST.

Top 5 Interview Questions

Describe an OT or SCADA infrastructure project you managed for an electric utility from initiation through commissioning and closeout.

Tell us about a project you successfully delivered through an active NERC CIP audit cycle. What was your role, and how did you prevent residual compliance risk?

How do you manage an OT project differently from a conventional enterprise IT project?

Walk us through how you would govern a complex OT/SCADA project using an EPMO Stage Gate process.

Give an example of how you translated a technical vision into an executable architecture roadmap while managing system dependencies, vendors, and third-party solutions.

Key Requirements

The ideal candidate should possess:

10+ years of experience managing OT/SCADA projects within an electric utility environment.

Strong experience leading Transmission & Distribution SCADA, EMS, DMS, OMS, OT Infrastructure, Network Modernization, or Grid Modernization initiatives.

Proven experience delivering projects involving NERC CIP compliance and preferably supporting projects through an active audit cycle.

Strong knowledge of IT/OT integration, cybersecurity, system operations, utility infrastructure deployments, and Stage Gate project governance.

PMP certification strongly preferred; CISSP, CISM, or GCIP certifications are a plus.

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Job Description

Objective

The Contractor shall provide end-to-end IT/OT Project Management and Technical Delivery Services for projects impacting Bulk Electric System (BES) Cyber Assets. All deliverables must strictly adhere to NERC CIP Standards

High level summary

The Contractor will lead high-impact IT/OT infrastructure deployments across Transmission and Distribution SCADA environments. The ideal candidate will blend rigorous project management frameworks (PMP) with hands‑on experience navigating NERC CIP compliance controls. Rather than acting as a traditional IT project coordinator, the Contractor must possess the technical acumen to converse with system operations engineers, network architects, and compliance auditors alike. They will be directly accountable for ensuring that every hardware deployment, software upgrade, network modification, and commissioning activity is delivered on schedule, on budget, and with zero residual compliance risk. The Contractor must demonstrate a deep understanding of the fundamental differences between IT and OT systems-specifically prioritizing safety, high availability, and deterministic system behavior in the OT space-while simultaneously enforcing enterprise‑grade security controls.

Provide oversight of the projects from initiation to closeout following IT EPMO Stage Gate process to achieve CMMI Level 3 compliance

Develop and manage project‑level Org Chart, milestone schedule and plan

Assist in developing technical vision for the PSEGLI systems, translating targeted solutions into end‑to‑end architectural designs and road maps

Support and create solutions for system dependencies identified as part of the effort

Work with PSEG LI Supply Chain in releasing RFPs/SOWs for executing some of the projects and 3rd party managed/hosted solutions

Weekly & Monthly Status Reporting

Oversee and review the development of the steering committee presentations

Ensure quality/on‑time‑delivery of project documentation as per PSEG LI EPMO guidelines including coordinating/submitting Stage Gate Scorecard

Identify and manage program/project level risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies with mitigation plans

Complete all required training within two weeks of receipt of training notification

Must Have Skills:

Experience: Minimum 10+ years managing OT/SCADA projects within an electric utility environment.

Compliance: Proven track record of successfully delivering projects through an active NERC CIP audit cycle.

Certifications (Preferred): PMP (Project Management Professional) and CISSP, CISM, or GCIP (GIAC Certified CIP Compliance Specialist).