Managing Consultant – NERC CIP SME

Guidehouse

. Manage clients, implement solutions, and deliver project results as a NERC CIP Subject Matter Expert .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $118,000 - $196,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in NERC CIP compliance and project management, with a strong focus on client engagement and business development within the utilities sector. Proven ability to lead teams, analyze compliance strategies, and deliver quality solutions that enhance operational effectiveness.

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NERC CIP Subject Matter ExpertProject ManagementUtilities Industry RelationshipsCritical AnalysisBusiness Development

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Hard Skills

NERC ComplianceCybersecurity ProcessesProcess ImprovementElectric Utility RegulationsBulk Electric System (BES) KnowledgeNERC/FERC EnforcementAuditingOrganizational Structure AnalysisOperational PlanningInternal Controls Analysis

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsOrganizational SkillsLeadershipMentoring

Industry Keywords

Electric PowerEnergy SectorRegulatory ComplianceRisk ManagementClient EngagementSales ProcessesConsulting SolutionsOperational MeetingsClient SuccessIndustry Relationships

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage clients, implement solutions, and deliver project results as a NERC CIP Subject Matter Expert
Connect Guidehouse consulting solutions to client problems
Facilitate sales processes and support sales and growth targets within the Risk, Compliance, Security Team
Establish and lead project workstreams
Interact with clients and Guidehouse experts to ensure engagement success
Support day-to-day operational meetings with client sponsors and internal team leaders
Leverage industry connections to foster client and firm success across North America
Establish business development opportunities and communicate Guidehouse solutions and presentations to client and internal executives
Lead, coach, and mentor consultants
Ensure quality deliverables and maximize customer success through integrating sales and project delivery
Support or establish and facilitate business development meetings and foster industry relationships
Support or lead workstreams assessing and enhancing business strategies, operating plans, business processes, organizational structures, and infrastructure for North American clients
Conduct NERC audits, improve NERC Compliance and Cybersecurity processes, analyze internal controls, and implement process improvements
Apply technical competencies with clients and potential clients
Analyze NERC and related strategy implementation and compliance efforts
Communicate solutions and new strategies through meetings, reports, and presentations
Provide detailed fact finding, research, and analysis
Support and/or ensure quality of deliverables to meet client expectations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must be a US Permanent Resident or US Citizen due to nature of client engagements
Bachelor’s degree in a business, cybersecurity, security management, homeland security, information security, information technology, or related discipline
Minimum Five (5+) plus years' post-graduation work experience within the electric utility, electric power, energy or a NERC related regulator
Strong Utilities industry relationships
Strong project management skills
Strong communications skills, including both written and verbal
Strong critical analysis and problem-solving skills
Highly developed organizational and management skills
Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive priorities without diminished effectiveness
Currently reside in the contiguous United States
Ability to travel to include potential international as needed
Ability to work onsite in a Guidehouse Office or Client Office location
Preference will be given to candidates within reasonable driving distance of core Guidehouse Office or Client Office Location
Additional working years of experience in a Reliability Compliance field for an electric utility, Regional Entities, ISO, PUC, or similarly structured or related regulatory body (nice to have)
Specific working experience related to Bulk Electric System (BES) and power systems, Electrical Reliability, NERC/FERC Enforcement or Auditing, or NERC Operations and Planning (O&P) (nice to have)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
Flexible benefits package