Operational Technology Network Architect I, II, III or Senior

Job Description

Responsible for the architecture, design, and management of OT network systems supporting critical infrastructure. This role ensures the reliability, security, and performance of networks that support energy management systems (EMS), supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), and other operational technology systems. The architect possesses in-depth knowledge of OT environments, cybersecurity best practices, and the integration of IT and OT systems both on-premises and cloud-based.

Note

There is one position available, and the position will be filled at one of four job grade levels: OT Network Architect I, job grade 7; OT Network Architect II, job grade 8, OT Network Architect III, job grade 9; or Senior OT Network Architect, job grade 10. This decision will be based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate selected, and Tri-State business needs at the time of hire.

Tri-State recognizes the value of a highly-engaged and committed workforce and provides an excellent benefits program that includes:

Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Work Schedules including compressed work week and telecommuting opportunities to work remotely up to 50%, Life Insurance, 401K, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistant Program (EAP) and Paid Leave Benefits.

Senior Operational Technology Network Architect

Hiring Salary Range: $106,700-135,000

Operational Technology Network Architect III

Hiring Salary Range: $96,000-$121,000

Operational Technology Network Architect II

Hiring Salary Range: $86,400-$108,000

Operational Technology Network Architect I

Hiring Salary Range: $77,800-$96,000

Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary outside of the posted hiring salary range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level.

Responsibilities

Other Duties And Responsibilities

Qualifications

Education and Training

Knowledge And Experience

Skills

Other

Note: The above requirements describe the experience and education qualifications for the Senior Engineer Operational Technology Network Architect. Those with less experience will be hired at the I, II or III job grade level.

About Us

Tri-State is a wholesale power supply cooperative, operating on a not-for-profit basis, with 43 members, including 40 utility electric distribution cooperative and public power district members in four states: Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico and Wyoming. Together with its members, Tri-State delivers reliable, affordable and responsible power and energy services to more than a million electricity consumers across nearly 200,000 square miles of the West.

Tri-State was founded in 1952 by its member systems to provide a reliable, cost-based supply of electricity. Headquartered in Westminster, Colo., approximately 1,200 people are employed by Tri-State across five states.

Tri-State's electricity is generated from coal, natural gas and hydropower, with a rapidly increasing supply generated from wind and solar. Tri-State delivers power to its members through a transmission system that includes substation facilities, telecommunications sites and over 5,700 miles of high voltage transmission lines. Tri-State's transformative Responsible Energy Plan is reducing emissions, increasing renewable resources, developing new energy services and delivering more flexibility for its members.

Job Identification: 389

Job Category: Transmission Operations

Posting Date: 2025-05-15T19:28:41+00:00

Job Schedule: Full time

Hiring Salary Range: $77,000-$135,000

Locations: 1100 W 116th Ave, Westminster, CO, 80234, US

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.