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Job Title: Compliance Specialist – NERC CIP
AES is seeking a NERC CIP Compliance Specialist responsible for executing defined compliance activities and supporting the maintenance of compliance with NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Standards. This role focuses on coordination, documentation management, tracking, and escalation of compliance activitiesin accordance withestablished procedures. The Specialistis responsible forensuringrequired information is collected, organized, and tracked
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain and have afoundational understanding of applicable NERC CIP Standards and support execution of compliance requirements within assigned activities.
Coordinate the collection of compliance evidence from internal stakeholders and SMEsin accordance withestablished processes and timelines
Track andmonitorrecurring compliance activities, includingevidencerefresh cycles, attestations, and scheduled compliance tasks.
Send routine communications, reminders, and follow-ups to supporttimelycompletion of compliance deliverables.
Maintain compliancedocumentationrepositories, including organizing, labeling, and storing evidence in approved systems (e.g., SharePoint, compliance tools).
Perform initial reviews ofsubmittedevidence to confirm completeness, required components, and adherence toestablishedformatting and documentation requirements.
Compile and organize documentation packages for internal reviews, audits, and regulatory requests using established templates and guidance
Maintain compliance trackers, logs, dashboards, and status reporting tools to ensureaccuratevisibilityintotask completion and outstanding activities.
Prepare routine compliance status updates and reports reflecting completion status, overdue items, and pending deliverables.
Support audit preparation activities by assembling evidence files,maintainingrequest logs (e.g., RFIs), and tracking submission status
Executeestablishedinternalcompliance procedures and follow defined workflows forevidencecollection, documentation, and tracking.
Identifymissing information, incomplete documentation, overdue activities, or process deviations and escalate to seniorcompliancestaff or managementin accordance withestablished escalation procedures.
Demonstrate awareness of when activities fall outside defined procedures or expectations and seek guidance or escalate concerns appropriately rather than making independent compliance determinations.
Support developmentand maintenanceof RSAWs by gathering, organizing, and aligning evidence to documented control requirements and narratives
Support development of self-reports and mitigation plans by compiling required information, coordinating inputs from SMEs, andmaintainingsupporting documentation
Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
0–3years of experience in compliance, audit, cybersecurity, or a regulated environment
Strong organizational and documentation skills with attention to detail.
Ability to manage and track multiple activities within established processes and timelines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact with cross-functional teams.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint) and compliance tracking tools preferred.
AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.
The world no longer thinks of energy as a matter of supply and demand. Now it’s a space for innovation and partnership. With this transformation comes a responsibility to work with a smarter approach, new thinking informed by past experiences, and with stronger collaboration between regulators and innovators, old systems and new technologies.
At AES, we partner with our organizations from industries of every kind, across all markets and at every stage of development, and we’ve been doing it for decades.
We know that every organization is at a unique place in their energy journey. A one-size fits all approach using outdated technology isn’t going to cut it. When you work with AES, you can expect to work in partnership with us to create innovative, customized energy solutions that deliver the most value to you and your energy goals while empowering the growth of your business.
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