Sr. Technical Project Manager-NERC CIP/OT

W2 ONLY, NO C2C or 1099

100% REMOTE, MUST LIVE IN EST OR CST TIME ZONES

Top Skills REQUIRED:

7-10 Years of Technical Project Management (Energy Utility Integration Preferred)

7-10 yrs Working Knowledge of NERC/CIP standards, audit processes and compliance frameworks

Hands on practical experience with OT and ICS (Industrial Control Systems) including SCADA, PLC's (Programmable Logic Controllers)

Energy Industry Knowledge REQUIRED

Description

The Sr. Technical Project Manager (TPM) leads complex, multi disciplinary projects across critical infrastructure Operational Technology (OT) environments with a strong focus on NERC CIP compliance and cybersecurity. This role bridges engineering, cybersecurity, compliance, and operations—ensuring that OT systems remain secure, reliable, and compliant while enabling modernization and digital transformation initiatives.

The Sr. TPM drives project strategy, execution, and governance, partnering with stakeholders across IT, OT, compliance, and executive leadership.

The heavy focus will be to make sure the integration goes well and Industrial Sites are up to NERC/CIP compliance standards to help with a successful integration while mitigating risks.

PROGRAM/PROJECT LEADERSHIP:

• Lead end to end delivery of OT and NERC CIP–related projects, including system upgrades, network segmentation, access control modernization, patching programs, and asset lifecycle initiatives.

• Develop project charters, roadmaps, budgets, schedules, and resource plans for multi year compliance and controls programs.

• Manage cross functional teams including OT engineers, cybersecurity analysts, compliance SMEs, vendors, and field technicians.

• Oversee risk management, change control, and project governance for all assigned initiatives.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in technical project or program management (Enterprise Integration Efforts Preferred)

• Strong working knowledge of NERC CIP standards, audit processes, and compliance frameworks.

• Hands on experience with OT/ICS environments, including SCADA, PLCs, DCS, and industrial networking.

• Proven ability to lead large, cross functional technical teams in regulated environments.

• Experience delivering cybersecurity or controls related projects in critical infrastructure (electric utility, gas, water, manufacturing, etc.).

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Baltimore, MD.

The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $85.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 23, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.