NERC O&P Compliance Lead

Seminole Electric Cooperative, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Seminole Electric Cooperative, Inc. seeks a Senior/Lead NERC Regulatory Specialist to develop, implement, monitor, and manage the company’s NERC compliance program. You will oversee O&P and CIP tasks, guide SMEs, and ensure audit readiness across standards.

The role requires extensive knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards, auditing, risk management, and regulatory reporting, with leadership responsibility for cross-functional teams and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer or Information Sciences, Cyber Security, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration or Process Management, Auditing, or Risk Management.
• Four+ years' experience in NERC compliance related activities and SMEs guidance.
• Experience with NERC/O&P Standards, audits, and risk management processes.

Responsibilities

• Guide SMEs in developing and implementing compliance processes and procedures.
• Develop and maintain evidence for NERC compliance and audit readiness.
• Coordinate non‑compliance documentation, evaluate occurrences, and track corrective actions.
• Prepare training materials and provide training to personnel on compliance programs.
• Present program status and updates to leadership.

Skills

NERC Standards

Auditing & risk

Change management

Incident response

Documentation & evidence

Cyber security basics

System protection

Transmission planning

Operator protocols

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree (CS/IS/Cyber/Electrical Eng/Business)

Certifications/Experience in lieu of degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Seminole Electric Cooperative, Inc. seeks a Senior/Lead NERC Regulatory Specialist to develop, implement, monitor, and manage the company’s NERC compliance program. You will oversee O&P and CIP tasks, guide SMEs, and ensure audit readiness across standards.

The role requires extensive knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards, auditing, risk management, and regulatory reporting, with leadership responsibility for cross-functional teams and continuous improvement initiatives.