Principal, NERC Cybersecurity Compliance (CIP)

Invenergy LLC

$144K — $180K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related field with engineering focus
  • 10+ years of IT/OT and cyber security expertise
  • 5+ years of direct NERC CIP implementation experience
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment
  • Discretion in handling confidential information
  • Effective diplomacy skills for regulatory processes
  • Proficiency in MS SharePoint and KPI Applications
  • Experience with firewall, networking, and vulnerability scanning technologies

Responsibilities

  • Drive planning, coordination, and execution of compliance and improvement deliverables
  • Guide on OT, cyber security, networking, and SCADA compliance fitness
  • Support performance demonstration obligations for RTO/ISO and NERC
  • Maintain and oversee NERC CIP policies and procedures
  • Develop and deliver training on NERC compliance
  • Monitor industry trends and cyber security developments
  • Provide advanced technical guidance and respond to queries

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off
  • Flexible hybrid work schedule
  • Annual bonus eligibility based on performance
Full Job Description

Job Description

Position Overview

Based out of our downtown Chicago office, the Principal will provide advanced OT/IT and cyber security technical knowledge to support the execution of reliability regulatory compliance assignments addressing physical and electronic cyber security. Additionally, this person will apply the extensive acumen required to enhance internal controls, to advance Standards/Policy advocacy, and to curate training.

This functional specialist role does not include direct reports.

Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule, working in office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays if work permits.

Responsibilities

  • Independently drive end-to-end planning, coordination, and execution of assigned deliverables supporting program continuous improvement, internal controls and policy/rule advocacy.

  • Provide information and operational technology, cyber security, networking, and SCADA proficiency guidance in relation to the compliance fitness.

  • Support RTO/ISO and NERC Medium/High Impact performance demonstration obligations.

  • Oversee the maintenance of Invenergy NERC CIP policies, procedures, and job aides.

  • Develop and deliver NERC training to internal support groups and external stakeholders

  • Maintain awareness of emerging utility industry and cyber security developments through benchmarking

  • Answering specific queries and providing guidance requiring an advanced technology knowledge base.

  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related discipline with an engineering/power system focus

  • 10+ years of demonstrated IT/OT and cyber security technical acumen application

  • 5+ years of direct NERC CIP program implementation experience

  • Critical thinking skills with the ability to identify and solve complex problems with limited managerial oversight.

  • Ability to multi-task and maintain high performance under pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

  • Ability to use discretion in handling confidential information

  • Diplomacy skills necessary to effectively navigate complex regulatory processes with internal and external stakeholders

  • Ability to translate complex technical regulatory requirements into actionable business guidance

  • Proficient in the use of MS SharePoint and KPI Applications

  • Proficient in firewall, networking, and vulnerability scan technologies

  • Willingness to travel between 5-10%

  • Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced Knowledge of NERC rules and framework, highly preferred

  • Desired Certifications: CISSP, CISM, and CISA

  • Advanced organizational, presentation/facilitation, verbal, and written communication skills

Base Pay

$144,000.00 - $180,000.00 USD Annual
Bonus: 25% - 40%

The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills.

In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process.

Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc.

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