Director, SOCC Systems
LCRA
Austin, TX · Posted September 4, 2026
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About the job
Here's The Role
Are you an experienced leader ready to shape the future of energy management? LCRA is looking for a someone to lead the teams, systems, and technology that support the safe, reliable, secure operation of the transmission system. You will provide strategic direction across our Energy Management System (EMS), Substation Wide Area Network (SubWAN), system modeling, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and regulatory compliance while leading initiatives that strengthen system reliability, manage risk, and prepare LCRA for future growth. If you’re passionate about energy innovation and ready to make an impact, we want you to apply today!
How You’ll Contribute
Lead, develop, and inspire technical teams to deliver operational excellence.
Ensure compliance with NERC CIP, ERCOT, FERC, and applicable standards.
Lead the development of plans, risk management, budgeting, and asset management.
Ensure safe, reliable system performance and effective emergency response.
How You’re Qualified
Twelve years of experience in electric utility transmission operations, transmission engineering, or other relevant experience, including at least five years of management responsibility.
A degree(s) in engineering, engineering technology, or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
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How You’ll Stand Out
Deep expertise in NERC CIP, ERCOT, FERC and reliability requirements.
Experience with power system modeling, training simulators, and system integration.
Experience leading cybersecurity and critical infrastructure technology.
How We’ll Support You
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Equal Opportunity Employer
LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Lead, develop, and inspire technical teams to deliver operational excellence.
Ensure compliance with NERC CIP, ERCOT, FERC, and applicable standards.
Lead the development of plans, risk management, budgeting, and asset management.
Ensure safe, reliable system performance and effective emergency response.
Twelve years of experience in electric utility transmission operations, transmission engineering, or other relevant experience, including at least five years of management responsibility.
A degree(s) in engineering, engineering technology, or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
Driver's license