Provide leadership, independent oversight, and expert guidance in maintaining continuous compliance with the NERC CIP Standards
Conduct periodic internal compliance assessments and spot checks to verify adherence to applicable Standards
Monitor updates to new and existing CIP Standards, and coordinate comments from internal SMEs for industry commenting and balloting activities
Support legal and project management teams by defining scopes of service for third-party contractors and reviewing contract changes for alignment with NERC Standards
Collaborate with IT and OT teams to identify, recommend, and implement technologies that automate and streamline compliance monitoring and reporting processes
Lead responses to regulatory requests, enforcement actions, and data reporting obligations from a NERC CIP perspective

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems/Security, Computer or Systems Engineering, or a related technical field
6-10 years of NERC CIP experience demonstrating ability to perform required responsibilities
Foundational knowledge of information technology, cybersecurity, operations technology, networking systems, and/or EMS operations
Experience participating in IT audits and implementing or overseeing security and internal controls
Strong leadership, interpersonal, analytical, and time management skills
Proven ability to work effectively and lead across multiple organizations and stakeholder groups
Experience with Industrial Control Systems (ICS)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage, prioritize, and execute multiple priorities and projects in a dynamic environment
Experience performing internal spot checks and compliance assessments
Hands-on experience supporting or monitoring a NERC CIP compliance program
Highly motivated self-starter with a strong desire to take on new challenges
Previous CIP and GO/GOP/TO/TOP compliance experience including monitoring, training, and audit support
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to fostering a culture of compliance
Strong project management capabilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
Ability to apply one or more risk management frameworks (preferred but not required)

Senior Technical Auditor, NERC CIP Compliance

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