Manager, CIP Compliance

npcc

. Lead and oversee Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) compliance monitoring activities within NPCC’s Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program .

Posted 10/24/2026full-timeRemote • New York • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $160,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) compliance monitoring, risk assessment, and regulatory frameworks, with a strong focus on leadership and team development. Proficient in managing compliance audits, evaluating internal controls, and fostering relationships with industry stakeholders.

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CIP Compliance MonitoringRisk-Based Compliance MonitoringNERC Reliability StandardsLeadership and Team DevelopmentCompliance Program Evaluation

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Hard Skills

Compliance MonitoringRisk AssessmentInternal Controls EvaluationData AnalysisProject ManagementDesktop and Systems DesignAudit CoordinationProcess ImprovementDocumentation ReviewTrend Analysis

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingMentoringAnalytical ThinkingProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeNP-View Network Analysis Tool

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISACISMGCIPPMPCIA

Industry Keywords

Electric Utility IndustryCompliance MonitoringNERC Rules of ProcedureCMEP GuidanceFERC OrdersCanadian Reliability AgreementsCross-Border Regulatory FrameworksRisk Mitigation PracticesGovernance ProcessesStakeholder Engagement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber SecurityPMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and oversee Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) compliance monitoring activities within NPCC’s Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program
Manage CIP compliance monitoring engagements across the United States and Canada
Supervise, coach, and develop CIP compliance monitoring staff
Establish, maintain, and continuously improve processes supporting CIP compliance audits, self-certifications, spot checks, and other monitoring activities
Review and update processes based on NERC Rules of Procedure, CMEP guidance, FERC Orders, Canadian agreements, emerging risks, and ERO Enterprise initiatives
Support risk-based monitoring by evaluating entity risks, internal controls, compliance history, and other risk indicators
Assist with annual monitoring plans, strategies, documentation, records, metrics, and KPIs
Serve as Audit Team Lead by directing audit activities, coordinating resources, facilitating discussions, reviewing work products, and ensuring engagement quality
Develop risk-informed compliance monitoring scopes
Review workpapers, engagement documentation, reports, and compliance monitoring deliverables
Ensure engagements meet timelines and milestones, including evidence submissions, interviews, site visits, reporting, comment periods, and final report issuance
Identify CIP compliance trends, emerging risks, and industry developments; contribute to lessons learned, outreach materials, and analytical reports
Support recruitment, interviewing, selection, onboarding, training, succession planning, and employee development
Build relationships with Registered Entities, NERC, Regional Entities, and other industry stakeholders
Facilitate discussions regarding audit scope, evidence requests, internal controls, results, and continuous improvement
Develop and deliver training, education, outreach, and communications
Represent NPCC on ERO Enterprise committees, task forces, working groups, and special projects
Perform other assigned duties and special projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field and ten (10) or more years of relevant industry experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position
Minimum ten (10) years of experience in the electric utility industry or a related technical field
Experience in desktop and systems design
Experience evaluating compliance programs, internal controls, risk mitigation practices, or governance processes associated with NERC Reliability Standards
Ability to analyze compliance monitoring results, identify trends, and develop recommendations and reports
Preferred: Master’s degree in a related field
Preferred experience managing compliance monitoring under delegated regulatory authority
Preferred experience with Canadian provincial reliability agreements, memoranda of understanding, or cross-border regulatory frameworks
Preferred proficiency in the NP-View network analysis tool
Preferred experience with risk-based compliance monitoring and internal-controls evaluation
Preferred certifications include CISSP, CISA, CISM, GCIP, PMP, CIA, or other relevant professional certifications or licenses
Strong leadership, supervisory, coaching, mentoring, analytical, problem-solving, critical-thinking, project-management, organizational, and prioritization skills
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
Ability to lead cross-functional and virtual teams
Ability to work and travel within the U.S. and travel to Canada
Prolonged periods of working on a computer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Remote work location
Travel to main office and in-person meetings as required
Professional development opportunities
Training, succession planning, and continuous development initiatives