Principal, NERC Cybersecurity Compliance (CIP)

Invenergy•Chicago, IL

7d•$144,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Advanced Knowledge of NERC rules and framework, highly preferred
Desired Certifications: CISSP, CISM, and CISA
Advanced organizational, presentation/facilitation, verbal, and written communication skills

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