Associate, Reliability & Compliance

Invenergy•Chicago, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window. Position Overview As the NERC Regulatory Compliance Associate, you will use attention to detail, technical writing, project management, utility expertise, IT/OT acumen, and critical thinking to support Invenergy’s Reliability Compliance program. Successful candidates will be able to work independently and as part of a team. The Compliance Associate provides support to the entire Invenergy fleet with emphasis on electricity generation regulatory requirements (NERC & IESO) associated with cyber security. This on-site position is based out of Invenergy’s downtown Chicago office.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related discipline with an engineering/power system focus and/or equivalent industry experience.
3+ years of relevant compliance experience.
Ability to gain a comprehensive understanding of IT operations/securities and power generation operations.
Demonstrated project management skills.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products, including SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
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.

Nice To Haves

Ability to gain a comprehensive understanding of IT operations/securities and power generation operations.
Prior knowledge of applicable NERC, ERCOT, PJM, SPP & IESO cyber security standards
Certifications: CISSP, CISM, and CISA
Knowledge of utility scale and/or renewable power systems.
Critical thinking skills with the ability to identify and solve complex problems with limited managerial oversight.
Strong interpersonal skills with the desire to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and to meet deadlines.
Ability to use discretion in handling confidential information.
Excellent organizational, presentation/facilitation, verbal, and written communication skills.
Nimble and collaborative work ethic.

Responsibilities

Support a growing operating fleet with the demonstration of cyber security (CIP) compliance (Physical and Electronic Security)
Independently serve as the NERC Program’s Evidence Custodian
Collect, organize, and synthesize technical data
Write concise statements that reflect the application of synthesized evidence to the applicable regulatory rule to determine compliance
Work with internal groups to communicate changes or updates that require action from the projects.
Conduct ad hoc industry research
Independently perform Access Management reviews, approvals, and conduct periodic audits
Lead internal control actions through independent research and investigation.
Support NERC Program procedures’ such as content updating.
Compose statements to evaluate compliance with the applicable regulatory rule.
Partner with internal groups including IT, Operations, Physical Security, Field Personnel, and Asset Management to communicate changes or updates that require action by the projects.
Provide periodic NERC training to internal support groups and field personnel.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned