Senior NERC Compliance Program Specialist

The AES Corporation

. Perform and report on NERC Compliance Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and compliance program metrics .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeSalt Lake City • Ohio • United StatesSenior💰 $100,000 - $124,950 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in NERC Compliance, including performance reporting, risk assessments, and audit coordination. Proficient in compliance program management, documentation, and stakeholder communication.

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NERC Compliance AdministrationRisk ManagementTechnical WritingAudit CoordinationRegulatory Affairs

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Hard Skills

NERC Reliability StandardsCompliance ProcessesRisk AssessmentsPerformance ReportingDocumentation Management

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsAnalytical SkillsProject CoordinationWritten CommunicationVerbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeSharePointReporting Tools

Industry Keywords

Compliance Program MetricsInternal Compliance ProgramAudit SchedulesStakeholder CommunicationsContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform and report on NERC Compliance Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and compliance program metrics
Coordinate and facilitate the annual Internal Compliance Program (ICP) review, including documentation of findings and improvement opportunities
Conduct annual NERC compliance risk assessments and maintain the compliance risk register
Lead special projects related to NERC Compliance, including establishing new programs for newly registered functions within AES
Serve as the primary administrative coordinator for audits, spot checks, self-certifications, certifications, and other regulatory reviews
Manage audit schedules, evidence requests, stakeholder communications, and regulatory submissions
Maintain compliance program documentation, procedure templates, and evidence repository structure with the NERC Compliance team
Initiate approval and change management processes internally within the NERC Compliance team
Support compliance training, awareness initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts
Assist the NERC Compliance team in overseeing compliance responsibilities as necessary
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director - Regulatory Compliance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, Risk Management, or related field preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience in compliance administration, technical writing, auditing, risk management, regulatory affairs, or utility operations
Knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards and compliance processes preferred
Strong understanding of NERC Rules of Procedure, Registration and Certification
Strong organizational, analytical, AI and project coordination skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, SharePoint, and reporting tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Life insurance
401(k) eligibility
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave