Title:  Operational Technology Specialist

Basic Function

HF Sinclair is seeking a Regional Operational Technology Specialist in Casper or Cheyenne or Sinclair in Wyoming or Denver, CO or Saltlake City, Utah area who will be part of the corporate operational technology team, this role provides regional support and assurance to sites through implementing, maintaining, protecting and improving operational technology systems. This role will be a liaison providing operational technology reviews, assessments and road mapping exercises in support of technical networks amongst the regions. 

Job Duties

• Assist region with the design, documentation, and implementation of control systems and operational technology
• Develops procedures and documentation and adheres to OT policies, procedures, and best practices
• Implementation and maintenance of new systems, networks, security practices and solutions as well as effective improvements to existing security controls as guided by Corp. OT Cybersecurity Specialist
• Leads OT Cybersecurity Training and awareness programs for sites as guided by Corp. OT Cybersecurity Specialist
• Provides technical guidance and support to project teams for new technologies, infrastructure and design
• Troubleshoots infrastructure issues to identify and resolve technical problems
• Monitor region cybersecurity alerts and assist sites with incident response activities
• Improves key performance and key risk indicator metrics
• Assist sites with implementing new networking devices and solutions as well as effective improvements or required changes to existing networks.
• Interfaces with internal and external auditors for risk assessments
• Serve as liaison to enterprise IT infrastructure, networking, and cybersecurity teams
• Maintains vendor management standards, questionnaires and documentation to adhere to regulatory compliance
• Interacts with key site leaders (Engineering Managers, Technical Service Managers, etc.) to provide updates and information and to understand site concerns/needs

Special assignments or tasks assigned to the employee by their supervisor, as determined from time to time, are at the supervisor’s sole and complete discretion.

Experience

A minimum of eight years of industry and related operational technology specialty experience is required. 

Education Level

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline or information systems/security is required.

Required Skills

Ability to effectively communicate with others, both written and verbal communication, interpersonal, presentation, and organizational skills; knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. Displays an analytical and problem-solving mindset with effective decision-making skills. Highly organized, efficient and possesses capacity to leverage strategic and tactical thinking. Works calmly under pressure and with tight deadlines. Analytically strong with attention to details. Ability to communicate technical plans, strategies and designs with all levels of the organization. Knowledge of refinery principles, safety practices and regulatory compliance procedures and demonstrated competency in the execution of multiple projects. Possesses highly effective communications skills with the ability to influence business units. Acts with integrity, takes pride in work and seeks to excel, be curious and adaptable. Ability to stay abreast of new technology developments and the evolving threat landscape. Is highly trustworthy and leads by example.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibility

None.

Work Conditions

Office based with up to 75% travel by land and air required. Petroleum refinery and warehouse/plant environment, including but not limited to chemicals, pressure vessels, tanks, and rotating equipment, loud noises and vibrations. Subject to all temperatures, weather and varying road conditions.

Benefits

HF Sinclair offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Time-Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with match
• Educational Reimbursement
• Parental Bonding Time
• Employee Discounts

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees have the resources needed to thrive professionally and personally.

Benefit eligibility is governed by official plan documents, for more details visit Total Rewards.

Our One HF Sinclair Culture:

At HF Sinclair, we are united through our One HF Sinclair Culture, which is underpinned by our five core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork, Ownership and Inclusion. Developed to empower our people, our five core cultural values are at the heart of everything we do and extend to how we engage our stakeholders. These values influence our decisions, shape our behaviors and keep us connected across the entire organization.

We maintain a true Safety culture for our employees, communities, environments and customers. Our goal is to make sure everyone returns home safely each day. We have a long-standing commitment to Integrity and ethical behavior and do what is right for our employees, investors, communities and the environment. We encourage employees to Step Up and Stand Out by championing a culture of Teamwork and Ownership. We foster a culture of Inclusion by encouraging diversity of experiences, viewpoints and backgrounds. What makes each of us different, together makes us stronger.

About HF Sinclair Corporation

HF Sinclair Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an independent energy company that produces and markets high-value light products such as gasoline, diesel fuel, jet fuel, renewable diesel and other specialty products. HF Sinclair owns and operates refineries located in Kansas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Wyoming, Washington and Utah and markets its refined products principally in the Southwest U.S., the Rocky Mountains extending into the Pacific Northwest and in other neighboring Plains states. HF Sinclair supplies high-quality fuels to more than 1,500 branded stations and licenses the use of the Sinclair brand at more than 300 additional locations throughout the country. In addition, subsidiaries of HF Sinclair produce and market base oils and other specialized lubricants in the U.S., Canada and the Netherlands, and export products to more than 80 countries. Through its subsidiaries, HF Sinclair produces renewable diesel at two of its facilities in Wyoming and also at its facility in Artesia, New Mexico. HF Sinclair provides petroleum product and crude oil transportation, terminalling, storage and throughput services to its refineries and the petroleum industry.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HF Sinclair Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other prohibited ground of discrimination.