Manager – NERC Compliance & Reporting

MARA

104d

About The Position

The Senior Manager/Manager will lead and administer the company’s NERC compliance program across all generation facilities. The role may be based remotely within North America but will require periodic travel (up to ~25%) to sites and regional meetings. The position reports to the Director of Energy Asset Management and has authority to develop policies, oversee self-audits, coordinate internal control testing and interface with NERC and the regional reliability organizations.

Requirements

• At least 7–10 years of NERC compliance experience in the power sector, with significant exposure to multiple NERC reliability regions such as MRO or WECC.
• Experience working for an independent power producer or investor-owned utility in GO/GOP registration categories is strongly preferred.
• Deep understanding of NERC Operations & Planning (O&P) standards and Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, information systems, business or related field (STEM preferred).
• Strong analytical, organizational and project management skills; excellent written and oral communication; ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency with compliance tracking tools and documentation systems (e.g., Microsoft 365, SharePoint, data automation platforms).
• Ability to travel to U.S. and Canadian sites (up to ~25%); authorized to work in the U.S. or Canada.

Nice To Haves

• NERC System Operator Certification (Balancing, Interchange & Transmission), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) for CIP, or Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) are valuable.
• Participation in NERC training and regional compliance forums is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvement opportunities, lead root cause analyses and implement best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the NERC Compliance Program
• Administer the company’s GO/GOP compliance program, ensuring that policies and procedures meet NERC Reliability Standards and internal controls are executed effectively.
• Develop and Maintain Documentation and Evidence
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to produce and maintain compliance documentation (plans, procedures, test reports, event analyses and mitigation plans) needed to demonstrate compliance during audits.
• Coordinate Regulatory Audits and Reporting
• Plan, schedule and lead internal self-audits and external audits by NERC or regional entities.
• Prepare audit packages, submit periodic reports and facilitate responses to inquiries.
• Manage mock audits and annual spot checks to maintain continuous audit readiness.
• Assess Risks and Monitor Compliance
• Conduct compliance risk assessments; monitor implementation of mitigation plans; track changes in NERC standards and FERC orders; and evaluate the impact of new projects on compliance obligations.
• Training and Culture of Compliance
• Design and deliver training programs for plant personnel, control room operators and corporate staff.
• Provide guidance on interpreting NERC standards and foster an organization wide culture of compliance.
• Liaison with Regulators and Industry Groups
• Serve as the primary point of contact with NERC, regional reliability organizations (MRO, WECC and others), FERC and Canadian authorities.
• Represent the company at regional working groups, standards development meetings and industry forums; stay informed on emerging reliability issues and best practices.
• Manage Staff and Consultants (for Senior Manager Role)
• Lead a team of compliance professionals and consultants; oversee workload distribution, performance management and professional development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees