Principal Reliability Assurance Policy and Compliance Consultant

Are you looking for an exciting job where you can put your skills and talents to work at a company you can feel proud to be a part of? Do you want a workplace that will challenge you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? A position at Xcel Energy could be just what you’re looking for.

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing project management, direction and leadership within the Reliability Assurance team as it relates to the development, implementation and monitoring of mandatory North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Reliability Standards, Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) cyber security directives, and physical and cyber security programs under the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Division of Dam Safety and Inspections. This will include direct engagement with internal personnel, industry stakeholders, Regional Entities, TSA and NERC. Responsible for leading Reliability Assurance program monitoring and continuous improvement initiatives

Essential Responsibilities

- Monitor and assess compliance risks. Conduct assessments, reviews, and investigations. Identify gaps and recommend corrective actions. Drive continuous improvement efforts to address risks and maintain industry best practices.

- Lead strategic compliance initiatives. Collaborate with legal, risk and operations teams. Serve as a liaison with regulators and external auditors.

- Advise and train internal stakeholders. Provide guidance to business units and senior leadership. Lead compliance training and awareness initiatives

- Manage compliance reporting and documentation. Prepare reports for senior management and regulatory bodies. Ensure documentation meets audit and legal standards. Develop and maintain metrics to drive awareness and continuous improvement.

- Stay current with regulatory changes. Track development in laws, regulations and industry standards. Update policies and procedures accordingly.

Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, cybersecurity, computer science, or law preferred; combination of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge

- 10+ years regulatory, auditing or compliance experience with increasing responsibility; including 6 years utility industry experience

- Deep understanding of NERC Standards and regulatory frameworks

- Project Management experience with ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and meet deadlines

- Experience with risk and internal control frameworks

- Demonstrated understanding of causal analysis methods

As a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, Xcel Energy offers a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services to 3.4 million electricity and 1.9 million natural gas customers across eight Western and Midwestern states. At Xcel Energy, we strive to be the preferred and trusted provider of the energy our customers need. If you’re ready to be a part of something big, we invite you to join our team.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to apply please contact us at recruiting@xcelenergy.com.

Non-Bargaining

The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $109,500.00 to $159,400.00 per year

This position is eligible for the following benefits: Annual Incentive Program, Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Transportation Reimbursement Account, Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Paid time off (PTO), Holidays, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO), Parental Leave

Benefit plans are subject to change and Xcel Energy has the right to end, suspend, or amend any of its plans, at any time, in whole or in part.

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Deadline to Apply: 02/13/26

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All Xcel Energy employees and contractors share responsibility for protecting the company's information and systems by adhering to cybersecurity policies, standards, and best practices, recognizing that cybersecurity is everyone's responsibility.

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