OT Analyst IV

Williams Companies; Texas; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Williams Companies, Inc. seeks an OT Analyst IV to support field controls and instrumentation across operations. You will work with HMIs, PLCs, DCS, and data platforms to ensure reliable, secure OT systems.

This role requires collaboration with operations, engineering, and IT teams to meet business needs and regulatory guidelines. The position emphasizes hands-on maintenance, incident remediation, and cross-team coordination, with a focus on cybersecurity and OT data acquisition.

Qualifications

• Minimum five (5) years in Field Operations or OT Support (RTUs, PLCs, Measurement)
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or BS Computer Science preferred; eight (8) years experience without a degree
• Demonstrates safety as utmost priority and strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Supports OT field controls and instrumentation systems (HMIs, PLCs, DCS, OPC DA, DCOM, Kepware, Modbus, Allen Bradley)
• Repairs OT equipment and ensures cybersecurity and regulatory compliance
• Enables OT data acquisition for real-time analysis and enterprise-wide information sharing

Skills

Field Operations

Cybersecurity awareness

IT/OT integration

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Safety conscious

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

PLC programming

DCS/SCADA

Kepware

Modbus

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

SQL/BI basics

Job description

At Williams, we're powering a cleaner, more connected future, and that starts with you. Here, your work fuels communities, drives innovation, and helps deliver reliable energy the world depends on. Join a Fortune 500 team that invests in your growth, values your contributions, and challenges you to make a lasting impact every day.

Do something that means something at Williams. This isn't just a job - it's an opportunity to explore and discover your passion with coworkers who become friends and mentors who push you to be your best self in and out of the office. At Williams, we make clean energy happen. And you can too, so bring your energy to ours!

The OT Analyst IV supports Operational Technology equipment used in Operations and ensures the equipment follows industry standards, governmental guidelines, and cybersecurity considerations. This role will provide technical support for operations, engineering, and IT specialty teams in support of the OT equipment. The OT Analyst IV will also be responsible for identifying technology requirements to meet business needs, while demonstrating Information Technology skills to ensure proper handling and support of technical components.

Your work will challenge you, and with our Core Values to guide you, you'll quickly learn and grow with us.

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Provides support of OT related field controls and instrumentation systems including technologies such as HMIs, PLCs, DCS, OPC DA, DCOM, Kepware, Modbus or Allen Bradley Control Logix
• Repairs OT related equipment and systems
• Ensures all OT Systems meet technical and cybersecurity standards as described by our policies and as required by governmental agencies
• Enables OT Data acquisition to ensure continuous realtime access, analysis, and the distribution of information across the enterprise
• Cultivates relationships with key OT vendors in addition to operations and engineering teams to drive technology standards while innovating with proposed solutions
• Understands Field Operations, SCADA, Pipeline Control, Measurement, Automation and Telecommunications
• Understanding of MOC, change management and documenting work items for future reference and determining repeat outages
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Years of Experience:

• Required: High School Diploma or GED; a minimum of five (5) years of experience in Field Operations or Operations Technology Support (RTUs, PLCs, Measurement)
• Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, BS Computer Science or equivalent with experience with OT systems including installation, configuration, and support; a minimum of eight (8) years of experience without a bachelor's degree

Other Requirements:

• Demonstrates outstanding organizational/interpersonal skills and safety as the utmost priority
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and PC skills
• Experience with Field Controls and instrumentation systems
• Solid understanding of Networking topologies and fundamentals
• Experience maintaining OT equipment
• Solid understanding of BI, Database, SQL, and other reporting tools and platforms
• Working knowledge of Cybersecurity tools and systems and their use in protecting OT assets
• Expertise in developing metrics, analytics, and other measures to maintain and improve the operation of key systems
• Ability to work across multiple teams to identify, develop, and implement IT/OT solutions in support of our business areas
• Ability to work with outside resources including vendors, contractors, governmental agencies, and other support teams to deliver strong solutions
• Preferred: Expertise on OT equipment including RTUs, PLCs, and general field controls
• Preferred: Advanced understanding of Networks including Routers, Switches, and firewalls
• Preferred: Experience with cybersecurity technologies as related to operational technology
• Preferred: Strong problem solving skills for use in remediating issues with applications and hardware
• Preferred: Experience leading small to large Automation projects, including installations and upgrades
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs
• Up to 25% travel
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Why Tulsa?

Because here, you don't have to choose between career and lifestyle. Tulsa is a growing hub for innovation and energy, paired with a vibrant arts scene, great food, and a cost of living that actually lets you enjoy it all. Think shorter commutes, bigger impact and a community that feels like home from day one. Check out ExperienceTulsa.com to learn more.

We invest in our people in ways that actually show up in your day-to-day, not just on paper.

Our Total Rewards are built to support how you work, live, and plan for what's next.

Here's a look at what that means:

• Strong pay plus an annual incentive program
• Hybrid work for most office roles, plus real flexibility in many field positions
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with options that fit your life, not the other way