The NERC Compliance Analyst evaluates compliance with NERC standards, maintains regulatory knowledge, and improves compliance processes in the utilities sector.
HSI is a leading provider of cloud-based environmental, health, and safety (EHS) compliance, safety training, and workforce development solutions. We are seeking a NERC Compliance Analyst o join our team as an independent contractor (1099), supporting our clients in the utilities sector.
The NERC Compliance Advisor maintains a current understanding of the Electric Reliability Organization Enterprise regulatory compliance trends and evaluates registered entities’ adherence to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards applicable to Operations and Planning and or Cyber Infrastructure Protection standards. This position may assist with the identification and development of improvements to compliance processes and procedures, development of Reliability Standard Audit Worksheets and evaluation of BES applicability.
Key responsibilities include:
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Electric Reliability Organization Enterprise regulatory compliance trends
- Evaluate registered entities’ adherence to NERC Reliability Standards (Operations and Planning) and CIP standards
- Assist in identifying and developing improvements to compliance processes and procedures
- Develop Reliability Standard Audit Worksheets and evaluate Bulk Electric System (BES) applicability
- Ensure timely completion of compliance deliverables
- Conduct in-depth reviews of business unit processes, procedures, and controls to assess effectiveness of reliability standards adherence
- Independently carry out complex projects and assignments
Requirements
- 2 year degree from accredited institution that focuses on electrical theory and concepts.
- Work experience may be used in lieu of education.
- Proficiency in computer applications relevant for field
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Developed planning and continuous improvement skills
- Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills
- Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
- Background and understanding of the fundamentals of electricity.
- Experience with distribution and transmission electric equipment.
- General knowledge of NERC Operations, and Planning (693) Standards and Cyber Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Standards
- Proven ability to ensure timely completion of all compliance deliverables
- Ability to perform in-depth reviews of business unit processes, procedures, and related controls to determine the effectiveness of reliability standards adherence and compliance practices
- Ability to carry out complex projects and assignments independently
Top Skills
Computer Applications
Cyber Infrastructure Protection Standards
Electric Reliability Organization Standards
Nerc Compliance
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