NERC Compliance Specialist (O&P)

Suna Solutions; United States; Remote; USD 129,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Suna Solutions is seeking an experienced NERC Compliance Specialist (Operations & Planning) to strengthen the reliability and regulatory compliance of the Bulk Power System. You will ensure adherence to NERC O&P standards, support audits, and collaborate with operations and industry stakeholders to improve risk management and compliance programs.

Travel to facilities may be required occasionally as you develop and maintain compliance infrastructure, policies, procedures, and documentation while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5+ years in regulatory compliance, audit, or related role.
• Strong technical knowledge of NERC O&P Standards (Operations & Planning).
• Experience in a regulated organization; electric utility industry preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with operational teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with NERC O&P Standards across operational units.
• Develop and maintain compliance program infrastructure (policies, procedures, docs).
• Prepare and support internal and external audits; travel to facilities as needed.
• Collaborate with business units to resolve issues and implement corrective actions.
• Document and submit potential violations to regulators; ensure audit trails.

Skills

NERC O&P standards knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Auditing

Cross-functional collaboration

Leadership and project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

Annual Salary: $128,610 – $150,045 + 25% bonus

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced NERC Compliance Specialist (Operations & Planning) to support the reliability and regulatory compliance of the Bulk Power System.

In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring compliance with applicable North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards, strengthening risk management practices, and supporting internal and external audits. You will collaborate with operational business units and industry stakeholders to maintain effective compliance programs, identify potential risks, and drive continuous improvement.

This position supports compliance activities for both company-owned and third-party assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure effective compliance with NERC Operations & Planning (O&P) Standards by providing guidance and supporting risk management initiatives across operational business units.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance compliance program infrastructure, including policies, programs, procedures, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare, coordinate, and support internal and external compliance audits conducted by company personnel, consultants, and regulatory organizations. Occasional travel to facilities may be required.
• Collaborate with business units to resolve compliance issues and develop recommendations, corrective actions, and mitigation plans.
• Identify, document, and submit potential violations to regulatory organizations while ensuring timely resolution and complete audit documentation.
• Utilize compliance management technology to assign, track, and monitor regulatory compliance activities.
• Establish, document, and maintain procedures and guidelines supporting day-to-day operational and business unit activities.
• Coordinate compliance self-certifications and regulatory data submission activities.
• Monitor NERC Standards Development activities, including relevant Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards, and coordinate input from subject matter experts.
• Communicate proposed regulatory changes and ensure timely implementation of new or revised NERC and Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) obligations.
• Stay informed about emerging utility industry trends, regulatory developments, and best practices through benchmarking and industry participation.
• Recommend and implement compliance programs and initiatives, leading project teams when necessary to ensure successful and timely execution.

Additional Duties (5%): Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in a regulatory compliance, audit, or related role.
• Strong technical knowledge and hands-on experience with NERC Operations & Planning (O&P) Standards.
• Experience working within a regulated organization required; experience in the electric utility industry strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally, clearly, and collaboratively.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with operational teams and business units.
• Exceptional attention to detail and documentation practices.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
• Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to establish, document, and maintain operational procedures and compliance guidelines.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and support to operations and business unit personnel.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work Arrangement: Primarily remote office-based work.
• Travel: Occasional travel to generation facilities, third-party sites, industry conferences, and business meetings.
• Approximately 85% of the time will be spent in an office environment using computers, Microsoft applications, phones, and general office equipment.
• Approximately 15% of the time will involve site visits, conferences, and industry meetings.
• Fiscal Responsibilities: Operates within an established budget.

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