IT Networking & Information Security Compliance Administrator

Eagle Creek Renewable Energy; Badin (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Eagle Creek Renewable Energy seeks a hands-on IT Networking & Information Security Compliance Administrator to safeguard regulatory standing and protect critical generation assets across its hydropower fleet.

The role blends network administration, IT helpdesk support, and governance activities with a strong emphasis on NERC CIP and NIST-aligned controls. Hybrid work negotiable within the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in information security, information systems, computer science, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in regulatory compliance, audit, GRC, or internal controls in regulated infrastructure environment.
• Working knowledge of NERC CIP compliance lifecycle (self-certification, self-reporting, mitigation, audit).
• Hands-on network administration and IT support experience, multi-site/critical infrastructure context.

Responsibilities

• Monitor networks and systems for security incidents; investigate and document reports.
• Manage LAN/WAN infrastructure, security controls, and vulnerability remediation at facilities.
• Provide Tier 1/2 support for hardware, software, network connectivity, VPN and remote access; maintain ticket docs.

Skills

Network admin

IT support

Regulatory compliance

NERC CIP

Audit

Security controls

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's in information security

Tools

Cisco

Palo Alto

Fortinet

IDS/IPS

VPN

Job description

About the role:

Eagle Creek Renewable Energy is seeking an experienced IT Networking & Information Security Compliance Administrator. This hybrid role combines hands‑on network administration and IT helpdesk support with responsibility for safeguarding our regulatory standing and the security of critical generation assets across our hydropower fleet. The ideal candidate has practical experience supporting enterprise and operational technology (OT) networks and can translate complex regulatory requirements — especially NERC CIP and NIST — into clear, well‑documented controls.

What You’ll Do:

• Monitor networks and systems for security breaches or suspicious activity; investigate incidents and produce detailed reports. Track new and revised NERC standards and FERC orders; perform gap analyses and translate changes into actionable requirements. Develop, maintain, and test internal controls and policies; keep documentation audit‑ready.
• Administer and troubleshoot LAN/WAN infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless access points, and VPN concentrators. Manage IT and OT network infrastructure at hydropower facilities, ensuring high availability and reliability. Implement network security controls (ACLs, segmentation, IDS/IPS) and support vulnerability scanning and remediation. Review proposed system and infrastructure changes for security, compliance, and architectural impact.
• Provide Tier 1/Tier 2 support for hardware, software, network connectivity, VPN, and remote access issues. Maintain accurate ticket documentation and contribute to knowledge base articles.

What Skills and Experience You’ll Need:

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in information security, information systems, computer science, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Proven experience in regulatory compliance, audit, GRC, or internal controls, ideally in electric utility, energy, or another regulated or critical‑infrastructure environment.
  • Working knowledge of the NERC CIP compliance lifecycle, including self‑certification, self‑reporting, mitigation, and audit.
• Hands‑on experience in network administration and/or IT support, ideally in a multi‑site or critical‑infrastructure environment.
• Regulatory compliance/audit experience is a plus; working knowledge of the NERC CIP compliance lifecycle is a strong plus.
• Strong practical skills with network hardware/software (Cisco, Palo Alto, Fortinet or similar), TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless.
• Communication and Collaboration:
  • Strong written communication and documentation discipline to produce audit‑ready evidence and clear compliance reporting.
  • Ability to collaborate and work cross‑functionally with teams such as IT, operational technology, physical security, legal, and management.
• Certifications (preferred): CompTIA Network+/Security+, Cisco CCNA/CCNP, and/or NIST/NERC CIP‑related training