Principal NERC Compliance Specialist

Insight Global; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) eligibility after 90 days

Paid time off and sick leave

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Principal NERC Compliance Specialist to lead NERC O&P and CIP programs, support audits, and partner with multiple teams to strengthen the organization’s compliance posture. This remote role offers day-one benefits and a clear path to senior leadership within the compliance organization.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of NERC experience, utility industry background, and a proven ability to influence policy and risk management across functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, IT, CS, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of NERC compliance experience.
• Utility industry experience.
• Experience supporting NERC O&P and/or NERC CIP programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead NERC O&P and CIP compliance efforts.
• Prepare for and support NERC WECC audits.
• Review evidence and maintain audit readiness.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, cybersecurity, IT and compliance.
• Develop and update policies, procedures, and workflows.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess impact.
• Support self-reports, mitigation plans, and remediation.
• Deliver compliance training and mentor juniors.
• Provide compliance metrics and executive reporting.
• Advise leadership on risk and compliance programs.

Skills

NERC compliance

Audit support

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/IT/CS/Business Admin

Job description

Title: Principal NERC Compliance Specialist

Type: Perm

Worker Type: Remote, working Mountain time!

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are partnering with a leading electric utility to identify a Principal NERC Compliance Specialist who will play a key role in protecting the reliability and security of the power grid. This is a highly visible position for an experienced NERC professional who is ready to serve as a trusted advisor, mentor junior team members, and influence compliance strategy across the organization. The company is seeking someone who can bring immediate expertise in NERC compliance while positioning themselves as a future leader within the compliance organization.

DAY TO DAY:

• Lead compliance efforts related to NERC O&P and CIP standards.
• Support and prepare for NERC, WECC, and internal audits.
• Review compliance evidence and maintain audit readiness.
• Partner with operations, engineering, cybersecurity, IT, and compliance teams.
• Develop and improve compliance policies, procedures, and workflows.
• Monitor upcoming regulatory changes and assess business impact.
• Assist with self-reports, mitigation plans, corrective actions, and remediation efforts.
• Deliver compliance training and mentor junior team members.
• Provide compliance metrics and executive-level reporting.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on compliance and risk-related matters.
• Help strengthen the organization's long-term compliance program and succession planning efforts.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. 5+ years of NERC compliance experience.
• Utility industry experience.
• Experience supporting NERC O&P and/or NERC CIP compliance programs.
• Experience supporting compliance audits and assessments.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• NERC System Operator Certification
• CISSP, CISA, GICSP, GRID, or similar certifications