IT/OT Refining On-Site Leader – El Paso

drive for MPC; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

MPC's El Paso Refinery seeks an IT Refining On-Site Manager to oversee local IT and OT operations, ensuring safe, reliable, and secure services. You will work with digital and business partners to support strategy realization, technology roadmaps, and talent development across the refinery.

The role leads IT projects, secures networks, enforces compliance (NIST/IEC 62443/OSHA/EPA), and guides the deployment of digital tools like OT security, IoT, and digital twin initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, MIS, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of diversified IT experience.
• 3+ years of direct or indirect leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily IT/OT operations and staff development.
• Plans and leads low- to mid-complexity IT projects—on time and within budget.
• Ensures availability, reliability, and security of IT/OT systems.
• Manages OT infrastructure and SCADA/DCS/PLCs in coordination with refinery teams.
• Implements cybersecurity measures and regulatory compliance (NIST, IEC 62443, OSHA, EPA).
• Ensures high network availability, segmentation, and lifecycle management of assets.
• Supports digital transformation: IoT, edge computing, and digital twins.
• Leads vendor/contractor management aligned with technology roadmaps.

Skills

Strategic outlook

Results driven

Authentic communicator

Continuous improvement

Team leadership

Adaptability

Data-driven decisions

Digital awareness

Influencing others

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Job description

MPC's El Paso Refinery seeks an IT Refining On-Site Manager to oversee local IT and OT operations, ensuring safe, reliable, and secure services. You will work with digital and business partners to support strategy realization, technology roadmaps, and talent development across the refinery.

The role leads IT projects, secures networks, enforces compliance (NIST/IEC 62443/OSHA/EPA), and guides the deployment of digital tools like OT security, IoT, and digital twin initiatives.