Xcel Energy names Rob Cain senior vice president, chief technology officer

February 24, 2026 - 02:01

Xcel Energy has announced the promotion of Rob Cain to the position of Senior Vice President and Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Cain will assume leadership of the company's Technology and Security Services organization.

He succeeds Tim Peterson, who has departed the company to pursue an opportunity elsewhere. Cain brings extensive experience to the executive position, having most recently served as Xcel Energy's Vice President of Enterprise Technology Solutions and Security. His long tenure with the utility provider has equipped him with deep institutional knowledge of its critical infrastructure and strategic objectives.

Company leadership expressed confidence that Cain's proven track record in managing complex technology systems will be instrumental in guiding the organization's digital transformation. His responsibilities will encompass overseeing all aspects of technology strategy, cybersecurity, and data management, which are vital to grid reliability and customer service operations. This appointment underscores Xcel Energy's focus on strengthening its technological capabilities to meet evolving energy demands and ensure secure, resilient service for its customers across multiple states.