Associate, Reliability & Compliance

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.

Job Description 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.

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

Minimum Qualifications

- 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.

Preferred Qualifications

- 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.

Base Pay

$103,000.00 - $124,000.00 USD Annual

Bonus: 20% - 30%

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.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.