Site IT Manager

Be an essential element to a brighter future.  We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.  Job Description We work together to transform essential resources into critical ingredients for mobility, energy, connectivity and health. Join our values-led organization committed to building a more resilient world with people and planet in mind. Our core values are the foundation that make us successful for ourselves, our customers and the planet.  Albemarle is hiring for a Site IT Manager in Pasadena, TX. The position will be in office 5 days a week. The Manager is responsible for the full scope of Information Technology (IT) and Operations Technology (OT) services at the Pasadena manufacturing site. This role combines traditional Site IT Manager responsibilities with hands-on Operational Technology Systems (OTS) leadership, ensuring reliable, secure, and Albemarle policy compliant IT‑OT environments that directly support manufacturing, laboratory, and business operations. The position serves as the primary on‑site authority for IT and OT systems, acting as the bridge between site operations, maintenance, engineering, laboratory teams, and corporate IT. The role emphasizes manufacturing OT systems, cybersecurity, IT‑OT integration, and on‑site technical leadership while maintaining accountability for service delivery, governance, and people/vendor management. What you will do Site IT team leader and IT services owner OT systems management and cybersecurity IT‑OT network integration and architecture support Manufacturing, laboratory, and analytics systems support Hands‑on Tier I/II on‑site support with escalation to remote Tier II/III teams Key Systems Supported Business IT infrastructure supporting manufacturing operations OT DMZ, Process Control, and Lab Networks Process Control Systems (PCS) Laboratory Systems and LIMS Manufacturing and Analytics platforms Essential Duties and Responsibilities Site IT Leadership & Governance Act as the primary IT and OT point of contact for Pasadena site leadership and manufacturing operations Manage and coordinate the full range of IT services, including infrastructure, endpoints, networks, telecommunications, security, and OT platforms Provide direction, coaching, and performance management for site IT/OT team members and contractors Ensure adherence to corporate IT and OT strategies, standards, policies, and change management processes Serve as site IT coordinator accountable for incidents, request fulfillment, and service level agreements (SLAs) OT Systems Management & Cybersecurity Maintain the cybersecurity posture of OT environments, minimizing cyber exposure risk while ensuring operational reliability Implement and maintain secure OT architectures including segmentation, access controls, and monitoring Execute or support system maintenance, patching, and vulnerability remediation for OT systems including PCS, PIMS, LIMS, lab, and analytics platforms Maintain compliance with corporate OS patching, endpoint protection, and antivirus policies across OT environments IT‑OT Infrastructure & Network Administration Oversee and support IT‑OT network environments including LAN, WAN, industrial networks, and OT DMZs Maintain architecture diagrams, dataflow documentation, and IP addressing for IT and OT systems Support virtual environments including host hardware, hypervisors, and virtual machines used in OT and manufacturing systems Ensure integration of new IT and OT systems align with corporate architecture and security standards Operational Support & On‑Site Execution Provide Tier I/II on‑site technical support for IT –OT systems and physical infrastructure requiring local presence Act as escalation owner for site IT or OT incidents, coordinating with corporate service owners and vendors to restore services Support global IT teams by executing on‑premise activities that cannot be performed remotely Asset, Vendor, and Documentation Management Maintain accurate inventories of IT and OT hardware, software, licenses, and industrial assets (HAM/SAM) Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and on‑site service delivery Develop, maintain, and audit site‑specific documentation, procedures, and “as‑installed” system records Project & Continuous Improvement Participate in and lead IT‑OT related capital and operational projects supporting manufacturing growth and modernization Coordinate with Capital Projects, Maintenance, Engineering, R&T, and Lab teams to support evolving system needs Track operational metrics and drive continuous improvement in service quality and system reliability What you bring Required: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience 7–10 years of progressive experience in IT operations, including manufacturing or industrial environments 5+ years of experience supporting OT systems, system administration, and IT‑OT integration Experience managing IT service delivery, vendors, and technical staff Strong understanding of ITIL processes, change management, and project management methodologies Working knowledge of system security practices and cybersecurity frameworks Technical Expertise OT cybersecurity architectures and secure industrial networking PCS, PIMS, LIMS, laboratory, and analytics systems Windows operating systems, endpoint management, and virtualization platforms Network infrastructure including switches, routers, firewalls, and segmented environments It'd be great if you also have Certifications or training in OT or network security (e.g., NIST, ISA/IEC 62443, Net