The Technical Director serves as the senior subject matter expert for client-facing technical services, with deep expertise in Operational Technology and Industrial Control Systems (OT/ICS). This role leads the development, refinement, and expansion of service offerings, while providing strategic technical guidance to both project delivery and business development teams. Leveraging a strong understanding of client operations, industrial environments, and emerging OT/ICS risks and requirements, the Technical Director advises operations and supports proposal development with credible, market-relevant solutions. Through visible thought leadership, technical innovation, and authoritative expertise, the Technical Director helps strengthen the organization's reputation as a trusted leader in OT/ICS and broader industrial technology services
What You Will Do:- Serve as the subject matter expert for technical services provided to Oil, Gas & Chemical (OGC) clients, with strong expertise in OT/ICS cybersecurity, industrial operations, and sector-specific risk environments.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to project teams supporting OGC clients, ensuring solutions are practical, high quality, and aligned with client operational needs.
- Execute billable project work, where appropriate, by serving as a senior technical resource on client engagements and contributing directly to high-value project delivery.
- Act as a trusted technical expert frequently engaged for input on complex OGC and OT/ICS-related matters, supporting the planning and execution of project work.
- Direct, review, and strengthen the technical contributions of team members across projects and broader company initiatives.
- Ensure the right technical resources are assigned to the right projects to support effective delivery, utilization, and client success.
- Take a solution-oriented approach to improving effectiveness and efficiency across assigned projects, daily team activities, and broader organizational initiatives.
- Act as the lead technical expert for clients on assigned projects, particularly in environments involving industrial control systems, operational technology, and critical process operations.
- Manage assigned client relationships to ensure satisfaction with ABS Consulting services and maintain strong engagement with OGC clients.
- Build and maintain relationships with key client decision-makers by demonstrating credibility in both Oil, Gas & Chemical operations and OT/ICS cybersecurity challenges.
- Maintain active awareness of technical, business, and management developments affecting current and prospective OGC clients, and communicate relevant insights to senior leadership.
- Engage proactively with clients to understand business priorities, operational risks, and emerging needs, while identifying follow-on service opportunities.
- Leverage knowledge of ABS Consulting services, client environments, and OGC market needs to advise operations and business development during proposal preparation.
- Represent ABS Group in promoting OGC-focused products and services, including capabilities related to OT/ICS cybersecurity, industrial risk, and operational resilience.
- Partner closely with sales teams to identify business opportunities, propose client-focused solutions, and support the development of technical proposals.
- Support marketing and business development initiatives designed to attract, retain, and expand relationships with OGC clients.
- Participate in marketing activities, conference presentations, and development of technical whitepapers to strengthen market visibility and position the firm as a leader in OGC and OT/ICS cybersecurity.
- Coach others on how to apply technical expertise to deepen customer relationships, increase client intimacy, and identify new business development opportunities.
- Provide thought leadership and technical expertise that reinforces ABS Consulting's reputation as a recognized expert in the Oil, Gas & Chemical sector and in OT/ICS cybersecurity.
- Actively engage in networking activities to develop relationships with potential clients and expand the firm's presence in the OGC market.
- Serve as a mentor and coach to team members, actively supporting the development of technical capabilities through mentorship, training, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
What You Will Need: Education and Experience
- Must have an advanced degree or bachelor's degree or equal work-related experience and industry presence.
- 15+ years of relevant professional experience
- At least one relevant security certification such as CISSP, CISM or similar.
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