Consultant, Substation Policy

CenterPoint Energy • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Implementation of CenterPoint Energy Substation Operations Internal Compliance Program for the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards. This role will support compliance with both Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and Operations and Planning (O&P) compliance requirements applicable to Substation Operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in one or more of the above disciplines. Internship, co-op, and other professional experience will be considered for this requirement.
• Knowledge and experience in electric utility operations, regulatory compliance and/or policy or procedural development of a similar nature.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Analytical skills with experience in critical thinking, problem solving, and project management.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably in engineering, business, risk management, political science, public policy, or related field of study
• Will consider relevant job-related CenterPoint Energy experience for non-degree candidates

Responsibilities

• Understand the NERC Requirements applicable to Substation Operations.
• Implement established compliance processes and maintain sufficient evidence to demonstrate compliance.
• Annually update documentation, such as policies, procedures and artifacts, within established repositories.
• Perform and document periodic compliance activities required by the NERC CIP Standards (for example, patch management reviews, change control documentation).
• Implement new or revised NERC Reliability Standards, including process and procedure development and implementation of internal controls.
• Support compliance through gathering information for Requests for Information (RFIs) from regulatory bodies.
• Serve as a witness, representing Substation Operation, during compliance enforcement engagements (audits).
• Assist in maintaining audit readiness through review and drafting of Reliability Standard Audit Worksheet (RSAW) narratives and evidence, documenting and evaluating internal controls.
• Participate in the NERC Standards Development process through developing comments and voting recommendations on various NERC projects.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Paid training
• Benefits eligibility begins on your first day
• Transit subsidies
• Flexible work schedule, paid holidays and paid time off
• Access to discounts at fitness clubs and an on-site wellness center at our headquarters in Houston
• Professional growth and development programs including tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match dollar-for-dollar up to 6% and a company contribution of 3% regardless of your contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level