Job Description:
Idaho Power located in vibrant Boise, Idaho is looking for an Operational Technology Network Leader to join our Power Supply team. It's an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we're working hard to provide our customers with the safe, reliable, affordable energy they depend on.
What does an Operational Technology Network Leader do for us?
As a frontline leader, this role is responsible for delivering a secure, efficient, reliable, and highly available Operational Technology (OT) network and infrastructure. The Operational Technology Networks Leader actively promotes and executes the mission and values while leading a team of technical professionals. They provide coaching, mentoring, and development to support both individual and team growth. The leader oversees infrastructure and security requirements, sets clear priorities for projects, maintenance, and daily work, and ensures strong team productivity. Additionally, they are responsible for maintaining accurate budget oversight within their area of responsibility.
In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state.
A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
Knowledge of:
- IT/OT processes including change, problem, and incident management
- Root cause analysis, troubleshooting methodologies, and detailed problem documentation
- Cybersecurity concepts, principles, and their application across technical domains
- High-availability system design, disaster recovery, and secure architecture practices
- Progressive, in-depth technical knowledge relevant to the discipline
- Utility industry operations, workflows, and business environments
Preferred:
- Project management
- Technology security frameworks
- Budgeting and financial awareness
- IT system engineering, system administration, and cybersecurity
- Field operations and operational technology (OT)
- NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards
Skills:
- Leadership, coaching, mentoring, and team development
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
- Organization, attention to detail, and accountability
- Customer focused service delivery
- Effective problem solving, planning, and prioritization
- Ability to clearly document and translate complex technical concepts for varied audiences
- Relationship-building and influence across teams and functions
- Vendor and stakeholder management
Ability To:
- Lead and inspire teams to achieve operational and strategic goals
- Work proactively with minimal supervision and deliver high-quality results
- Collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical personnel
- Adapt quickly, maintain a positive attitude, and make sound decisions
- Sustain strong technical performance and ownership within assigned areas
- Manage and prioritize multiple concurrent tasks and projects
Idaho Power
1221 W Idaho St
Boise
Idaho United States
www.idahopower.com
