Sr Manager Energy Market IT

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Position Summary

Manage a team of Information Technology (IT) / Operational Technology (OT) professionals that provide around-the- clock systems support (24 hours a day / 7 days a week) for Energy Market Operations to enable CPS Energy to participate in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) wholesale energy market as a Level 4 Qualified Scheduling Entity (QSE). Responsible for near-term availability and reliability and long-term life cycle planning of necessary computer systems and associated software applications to support QSE activities. Ensure all operations and actions comply with all applicable North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) regulations and requirements and ERCOT Protocols. Serve as the managerial lead for IT/OT projects in Energy Market Operations and is responsible for overseeing project management and execution, project budget, and Control Room configuration.

Grade: 19

Deadline to apply: 5/7/2025

Tasks and Responsibilities

Minimum Knowledge and Abilities

Experience in application administration in an IT/OT environment.

Knowledge of compliance to NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards.

Must be able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization and externally (verbal, written, graphic, etc.).

Leadership experience, to include managing a team and conducting performance reviews.

Experience leading cross-functional teams.

Must pass NERC-related background checks.

Exceptional critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Package, including word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentation software, electronic mail and scheduling.

Possess a valid driver’s license with a history of a safe driving record in accordance with CPSE policies, procedures, safety standards, and applicable laws and regulations.Preferred Qualifications

Driving Continuous Improvement

Communicates Effectively

Coordinating Project Activities

Demonstrating Tenacity and Perseverance

Acting Decisively

Championing Customer NeedsMinimum Education

Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, with relevant work experience.Required Certifications

Working Environment

Indoor work, operating computer, manual dexterity, talking, hearing, repetitive motion. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multi-functioning printer and calculator.

Ability to travel to and from meetings, training sessions or other business related events.Physical Demands

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

CPS Energy does not discriminate against applicants or employees. CPS Energy is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfers and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or any other protected status. CPS Energy will comply with all laws and regulations.