Senior Cloud Engineer, Site Operations - OT/PCN Infrastructure

Location: Richmond, California, United States of America

Employment Type: Regular

Chevron is accepting online applications for the position Senior Cloud Engineer, Site Operations - OT/PCN Infrastructure through March 21th, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. (Central Time).  

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Cloud Engineer, Site Operations - OT/PCN Infrastructure to join our team supporting mission-critical industrial environments. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining site-level Operational Technology (OT) systems infrastructure in alignment with Chevron’s IT and OT standards. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in OT and PCN systems, a strong understanding of cybersecurity safeguards, and the ability to operate effectively in regulated and hazardous environments.

Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to:

• Design, deploy, and troubleshoot OT systems infrastructure across industrial sites.
• Ensure compliance with Chevron’s IT/OT architecture standards and cybersecurity protocols.
• Maintain and support systems within the Process Control Network (PCN), including DCS, PLCs, and lab systems.
• Lead incident response and problem resolution for escalated OT infrastructure issues.
• Collaborate with central IT and OT teams to support enterprise-wide initiatives and projects.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures, disaster recovery plans (DRP), and business continuity plans (BCP) for OT systems.
• Coordinate with vendors and service providers to ensure reliable and secure infrastructure support.
• Operate within mission-critical and hazardous environments, adhering to regulatory and safety standards.
• Support and enhance infrastructure systems including cloud, network, and process automation technologies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT/OT systems infrastructure within industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Proven experience supporting and maintaining OT systems such as DCS, PLCs, SCADA, and lab systems.
• Strong understanding of Process Control Networks (PCN), cybersecurity principles, and IT/OT convergence.
• Proficiency in infrastructure technologies, including cloud platforms, networking, and process automation systems.
• Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications such as GICSP, CISSP, ISA/IEC 62443, or equivalent.
• Experience with IT/OT standards and architecture.
• Familiarity with vendor coordination and service provider management in industrial settings.
• Experience with industrial cybersecurity tools and monitoring platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plans (DRP).
• Experience working in hazardous or regulated environments, with knowledge of safety and compliance standards.

Relocation Options:

Relocation may be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

Important Note

• The compensation and reference to benefits for this role is listed on this posting in compliance with applicable law. Please note that the compensation and benefits listed below are only applicable for U.S. payroll offers.
• The anticipated salary range for this position is $120,300 – $206,400. The selected candidate’s compensation will be determined based on their skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which includes, but is not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at http://hr2.chevron.com/.