Director Consulting Services

Director Consulting ServicesCGI is looking for a Director of Consulting Services for OT Cybersecurity to play a key role on the leadership team in our Houston, TX office. This person will be responsible for establishing, expanding, and overseeing a comprehensive Operational Technology (OT) security practice serving Oil & Gas, utilities and manufacturing clients. The role requires deep domain expertise in industrial control systems (ICS), regulatory compliance, and large-scale transformation programs within the OT space. You'll shape strategy, lead delivery teams, develop offerings, and serve as the trusted advisor for executives navigating OT risk and seeking to secure critical infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. This position is in our Houston, Texas office.Your future duties and responsibilities:Practice Leadership & StrategyDefine and execute the OT cybersecurity practice strategy, including service offerings, go to market plans, and capability development.Build and mentor a high performing team of OT security architects, engineers, and consultants.Establish frameworks, methodologies, and best practices aligned with industry standards (ISA/IEC 62443, NIST CSF, NERC CIP, etc.).Drive continuous innovation in OT security, including threat detection, segmentation, asset visibility, and resilience.Client Engagement & AdvisoryServe as the senior OT cybersecurity advisor for C suite and operational leaders across industrial sectors.Lead assessments, maturity evaluations, multi year OT security roadmaps development, and transformation programs for OT environments.Translate complex technical risks into clear business impacts and actionable strategies.Support business development through executive briefings, solution design, proposal leadership, and partnership development.Prospect for new potential clients, develop relationships, and present CGI capabilities through calls, email, social media, networking, and in person contact.Maintain a pipeline of sales opportunities.Participate in developing and maintaining Account Plans to include general account and organization information, decision makers, technologies, and penetration strategy.Communicate with clients regarding pricing, scheduling, invoice payments, and other issues and include other CGI staff as appropriate.Program & Project DeliveryOversee delivery of OT cybersecurity engagements, ensuring quality, consistency, and client satisfaction.Guide architecture and implementation of OT security controls such as network segmentation, secure remote access, monitoring, and incident response.Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory frameworks such as ISA/IEC 62443, NIST 800 82, TSA Pipeline Security Guidelines, NERC CIP and DOE C2M2.Thought Leadership & Market PresenceRepresent the organization at industry events, conferences, and standards bodies.Publish whitepapers, speak on OT security trends, and contribute to market education.Build strategic partnerships with cybersecurity technology vendors, integrators, and industrial automation providers.Lead local marketing efforts including organizing CGI participation in local conferences and technology community events.Work with internal stakeholders and marketing staff to develop new solutions and marketing initiatives.Required Qualifications10+ years of experience in OT/ICS cybersecurity within the energy sector (oil & gas, utilities, pipelines, renewables, or energy services).Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks: ISA/IEC 62443, NIST 800 82, NERC CIP, TSA Pipeline Security Guidelines.Extensive knowledge of energy sector OT systems and protocols (SCADA, DCS, etc.).Demonstrated leadership experience building or managing cybersecurity practices, programs, or large-scale transformation initiatives.Proven ability to engage and influence executive stakeholders and operational leaders.Experience delivering complex, multi site OT security programs in manufacturing, energy, utilities, transportation, or similar sectors.Preferred QualificationsBackground in energy operations, industrial automation, or grid operations.Certifications: GICSP, GRID, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent.Experience with OT monitoring platforms (Nozomi, Dragos, Claroty, Tenable.ot).Prior consulting experience with oil & gas operators or energy utilities.10 years of experience in new account acquisition and executive management relationship building with a demonstrated track record of success in the technology professional services space.Existing relationships with key decision makers in several companies in the Houston metro area, and ability to build key relationships with new client executive buyers (CxOs, SVPs, VPs, etc.) and within CGI.Key CompetenciesExecutive leadership, communication and strategic planningTechnical depth in OT/ICS securityProgram and portfolio managementBusiness development and client relationship managementRole ImpactThis role directly supports the protection of critical energy infrastructure essential to national security, economic stability, and public safety. The Practice Lead will shape how energy organizations modernize and secure their operational environments, ensuring resilience against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats targeting the energy sector.