Role and Responsibilities
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Engage with clients to provide insights on industry best practices, NERC O&P Standards compliance, and strategies for operational excellence.
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Develop and maintain client NERC O&P compliance programs, including creating clear procedures, guidelines, and documentation that align with client operations and NERC Standards.
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Participate in mock audits and gap analysis projects as a mock auditor, including conducting reviews, SME interviews, and training sessions.
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Develop compliance roadmaps, support client NERC registration, prepare Reliability Standards Audit Worksheets (RSAWs), and provide guidance on BES Exceptions.
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Support client audit efforts and provide technical expertise on NERC O&P regulatory requirements, CMEP activities, self-reports, mitigations, data submittals, and internal controls.
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Lead meetings and facilitate discussions with clients and internal teams on complex regulatory matters.
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Manage project workloads to meet deadlines, budgets, and quality expectations.
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Create and deliver NERC O&P Standards training tailored to client programs, awareness, and requirements.
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Monitor NERC O&P Standards development and participate in regional and industry meetings as required.
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Provide input and recommendations for the Standards Compliance Intelligence Portal (SCIP) specific to client needs.
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Serve as the primary point of contact for client communications and represent the team with subject matter expertise.
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Train and mentor junior team members.
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Travel 15–20% as needed to support clients or organizational initiatives.
Required Qualifications & Education
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Subject matter expert in NERC O&P Reliability Standards with proven experience in compliance audits, gap analyses, and program development.
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Strong knowledge of audit procedures, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.
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Experience preparing organizations for NERC audits and implementing compliance strategies.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including reporting and presentation abilities.
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Ability to translate complex compliance requirements into actionable plans and training materials.
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Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and client management experience.
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Minimum six (6) years of NERC O&P Reliability Standards experience in audits, program development, and gap analyses.
