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Title: Manager of NERC Compliance
Company: Discussed over phone call
Location: (Remote – Eastern or Central Time preferred)
Type: Contract-to-Hire (6 months)
Start Date: 1/19
Interview Process: 2 rounds
Overview
Client is seeking a Manager of NERC Compliance to lead and enhance its Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) compliance program. This individual will be responsible for ensuring full compliance with NERC CIP cybersecurity standards (CIP-002 through CIP-014) and will partner cross-functionally with IT, OT, cybersecurity, engineering, and operations teams to support audits, implement controls, and foster a strong compliance culture across critical infrastructure environments.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the organization’s NERC CIP compliance program, ensuring alignment with all applicable CIP standards
Interpret and operationalize CIP-002 through CIP-014, including asset identification, access controls, incident response, and change management
Partner with IT, OT, cybersecurity, engineering, and operations teams to implement and maintain compliance controls
Lead internal and external audits, spot checks, and self-certifications
Conduct gap assessments, root-cause analysis, and drive corrective action plans
Develop, implement, and maintain CIP policies, procedures, tools, and internal controls
Provide leadership and guidance to compliance staff and cross-functional stakeholders
Serve as a subject matter expert on NERC CIP requirements and regulatory expectations
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or related discipline
7+ years of IT/OT and cybersecurity experience
Minimum of 3 years dedicated to NERC CIP compliance
2+ years leading teams or managing functional compliance projects
Deep working knowledge of NERC CIP standards CIP-002 through CIP-014
Strong audit experience and regulatory documentation skills
Technical understanding of OT environments, SCADA systems, and cybersecurity controls
Preferred Qualifications
CISSP, CISA, or NERC Certified Compliance Professional (NCCP)
Experience within power generation, transmission & distribution, utilities, renewables, or energy storage
Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Engineering Management, or related field
