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How much do operational technology jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for operational technology in California is $23.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $27.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an operational technology?

An Operational Technology (OT) job involves managing, securing, and maintaining hardware and software that control industrial equipment, processes, and critical infrastructure. OT professionals work in industries like manufacturing, energy, transportation, and utilities to ensure the reliability and security of systems such as SCADA, PLCs, and IIoT devices. Their responsibilities include system integration, cybersecurity, troubleshooting, and compliance with industry standards. As OT and IT systems become increasingly interconnected, OT roles are critical in protecting against cyber threats and ensuring operational efficiency.

What does an operational technology professional do?

Operational Technology professionals are responsible for maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting industrial control systems, such as SCADA and PLC networks, to ensure reliable plant or facility operations. Their daily tasks often include performing system updates and patches, responding to equipment alarms, coordinating with IT and operations teams, and conducting routine cybersecurity checks. They may also be involved in project work, such as integrating new automation technologies or optimizing existing processes. This role requires hands-on technical work combined with ongoing collaboration to address both immediate issues and long-term improvements.

What skills and qualifications are needed for an operational technology professional?

To thrive in an Operational Technology role, you need a solid understanding of industrial control systems, networking, and cybersecurity, often supported by a degree in engineering, information technology, or a related field. Familiarity with SCADA, PLC programming, and certifications such as ISA/IEC 62443 or CompTIA Security+ are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and effective communication skills help you excel when addressing complex technical issues and coordinating with operations teams. These competencies are essential to ensure the safe and efficient functioning of critical industrial processes while mitigating operational risks.

What does operational technology do?

Operational technology (OT) involves managing and controlling industrial systems and equipment used in manufacturing, energy, transportation, and other critical infrastructure. OT professionals configure, monitor, and maintain hardware and software such as SCADA systems, PLCs, and sensors to ensure safe and efficient operations. Knowledge of industrial protocols, cybersecurity, and relevant certifications are often important in this field.

What is the job description of operational technology?

Operational Technology (OT) professionals manage and maintain hardware and software systems that monitor and control industrial processes, such as manufacturing, energy, and utilities. Their responsibilities include ensuring system reliability, cybersecurity, and safety, often using specialized tools and protocols like SCADA and PLCs. They typically require technical skills, certifications, and knowledge of industrial environments.

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Power and Utilities OT Operational Technology-Manager

Deloitte

Fresno, CA

Part-time

Re-posted 13 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Identify and evaluate complex business and technology risks related to power and utility OT environments.

  • Develop remediation methods to mitigate identified risks in OT and cybersecurity contexts.

  • Participate in decision making and facilitate the use of technology-based tools to review, design, and implement security products and services.


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Job description

Power and Utilities OT (Operational Technology) - Manager

Position Summary

Are you interested in working in a dynamic environment that offers opportunities for professional growth and new responsibilities?  If so, Deloitte & Touche LLP could be the place for you. Traditional security programs have often been unsuccessful in unifying the need to both secure and support technology innovation required by the business. Join Deloitte's Cyber team and become a member of the largest group of cybersecurity professionals worldwide.

Recruiting for this role ends on 12/21/2026

Work you'll do

Responsibilities:

  • Identify and evaluate complex business and technology risks
  • Develop remediation methods to mitigate risks
  • Demonstrate problem solving, critical thinking and logical structuring skills
  • Assist in the selection and tailoring of approaches, methods and tools to support service offering or industry projects
  • Actively participate in decision making with engagement management and seek to understand the broader impact of current decisions
  • Facilitate use of technology-based tools or methodologies to review, design and/or implement products and services
  • Identify opportunities to improve engagement profitability and manage engagement economics
  • Demonstrate ability to with identify and address client needs: building solid relationships with clients; developing an awareness of Firm services; communicating with the client in an organized and knowledgeable manner; delivering clear requests for information; demonstrating flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks; and communicating potential conflicts to the manager
  • Demonstrate a general knowledge of market trends, competitor activities, Deloitte Advisory products and service lines

Required Skills:

  • 7+ years of demonstrate advanced understanding and experience governing and implementing power and utility regulations and standards including:
    • North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)
    • NERC Operations and Planning (O&P)
    • Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
    • Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Cybersecurity
    • IEC 62443 standard - Securing Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS)
    • Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) - NEI 08-09, 10 CFR 73.54
  • 7+ years of demonstrate advanced understanding and cyber risk management in at least two of the following areas:
    • SCADA with experience in securing ICS (Industrial Control Systems) security
    • Internet of Things (IOT) architecture and security
    • OT (Operational Technology) security
    • NERC CIP-015 - Internal Network Security Monitoring (INMS)
    • Embedded systems security
    • OT network segmentation (zones/conduits), jump hosts, secure remote access
    • Passive OT discovery/asset inventory, OT IDS, SIEM integration/use cases
    • Incident response in OT (containment with availability/safety constraints)
    • Vendor/OEM risk management, SBOM/patch constraints, compensating controls
    • Security experience in the field environment within the Power, Utilities & Renewables, Oil & Gas, or Industrial Products & Construction industry sectors
  • 7+ years of demonstrate advanced understanding of business processes and cyber risk management in an OT / SCADA environment in two or more areas such as:
    • Cyber security
    • Secure Supply Chain
    • Security Analytics
    • Security Operations Centers
    • Vulnerability and Threat Management
    • Data Security
    • Secure Dev Ops
    • Business continuity management
    • Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements around cyber risk management (e.g., ISO 27001, IEC 62443, NIST CSF)
  • Limited sponsorship opportunities may be available

Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
  • Locations include: Houston, Dallas, Cleveland, Detroit, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Boston, Charlotte, Atlanta, Miami, Memphis, Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Franciso, Seattle.  Must be within a reasonable commute and willing to work part-time in the Deloitte and/or client offices.

Preferred:

  • Minimum of 4 years working in an OT environment (e.g. OT security, ICS security, IOT security, SCADA, etc.)
  • Minimum 4 years designing security for infrastructure, network and application architectures
  • Experience in the Power Utilities & Renewables, Oil & Gas, or Industrial Products & Construction sector
  • Demonstrated experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
  • 5+ years implementing security solutions
  • BA/BS in cyber security, information security, engineering, computer science, information technology, information management, information sciences, business administration, or related field preferred
  • CISSP, CISM, or CISA certification a plus
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $134,500 to $265,100.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

#CyberES26


Qualifications:

Power and Utilities OT (Operational Technology) - Manager

Position Summary

Are you interested in working in a dynamic environment that offers opportunities for professional growth and new responsibilities?  If so, Deloitte & Touche LLP could be the place for you. Traditional security programs have often been unsuccessful in unifying the need to both secure and support technology innovation required by the business. Join Deloitte's Cyber team and become a member of the largest group of cybersecurity professionals worldwide.

Recruiting for this role ends on 12/21/2026

Work you'll do

Responsibilities:

  • Identify and evaluate complex business and technology risks
  • Develop remediation methods to mitigate risks
  • Demonstrate problem solving, critical thinking and logical structuring skills
  • Assist in the selection and tailoring of approaches, methods and tools to support service offering or industry projects
  • Actively participate in decision making with engagement management and seek to understand the broader impact of current decisions
  • Facilitate use of technology-based tools or methodologies to review, design and/or implement products and services
  • Identify opportunities to improve engagement profitability and manage engagement economics
  • Demonstrate ability to with identify and address client needs: building solid relationships with clients; developing an awareness of Firm services; communicating with the client in an organized and knowledgeable manner; delivering clear requests for information; demonstrating flexibility in prioritizing and completing tasks; and communicating potential conflicts to the manager
  • Demonstrate a general knowledge of market trends, competitor activities, Deloitte Advisory products and service lines

Required Skills:

  • 7+ years of demonstrate advanced understanding and experience governing and implementing power and utility regulations and standards including:
    • North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)
    • NERC Operations and Planning (O&P)
    • Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
    • Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Cybersecurity
    • IEC 62443 standard - Securing Industrial Automation and Control Systems (IACS)
    • Nuclear Energy Institute (NEI) - NEI 08-09, 10 CFR 73.54
  • 7+ years of demonstrate advanced understanding and cyber risk management in at least two of the following areas:
    • SCADA with experience in securing ICS (Industrial Control Systems) security
    • Internet of Things (IOT) architecture and security
    • OT (Operational Technology) security
    • NERC CIP-015 - Internal Network Security Monitoring (INMS)
    • Embedded systems security
    • OT network segmentation (zones/conduits), jump hosts, secure remote access
    • Passive OT discovery/asset inventory, OT IDS, SIEM integration/use cases
    • Incident response in OT (containment with availability/safety constraints)
    • Vendor/OEM risk management, SBOM/patch constraints, compensating controls
    • Security experience in the field environment within the Power, Utilities & Renewables, Oil & Gas, or Industrial Products & Construction industry sectors
  • 7+ years of demonstrate advanced understanding of business processes and cyber risk management in an OT / SCADA environment in two or more areas such as:
    • Cyber security
    • Secure Supply Chain
    • Security Analytics
    • Security Operations Centers
    • Vulnerability and Threat Management
    • Data Security
    • Secure Dev Ops
    • Business continuity management
    • Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements around cyber risk management (e.g., ISO 27001, IEC 62443, NIST CSF)
  • Limited sponsorship opportunities may be available

Additional Requirements:

  • Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
  • Locations include: Houston, Dallas, Cleveland, Detroit, St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Boston, Charlotte, Atlanta, Miami, Memphis, Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, San Diego, San Franciso, Seattle.  Must be within a reasonable commute and willing to work part-time in the Deloitte and/or client offices.

Preferred:

  • Minimum of 4 years working in an OT environment (e.g. OT security, ICS security, IOT security, SCADA, etc.)
  • Minimum 4 years designing security for infrastructure, network and application architectures
  • Experience in the Power Utilities & Renewables, Oil & Gas, or Industrial Products & Construction sector
  • Demonstrated experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
  • 5+ years implementing security solutions
  • BA/BS in cyber security, information security, engineering, computer science, information technology, information management, information sciences, business administration, or related field preferred
  • CISSP, CISM, or CISA certification a plus
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $134,500 to $265,100.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

#CyberES26


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