NERC Compliance Analyst

JOB INFORMATION

Job Title : Utility Ops Compliance Analyst (Staff) or (Senior)

Job Code : 127254 (or) 126783

Grade : Exempt 56 (or) Exempt 58

JOB SUMMARY

OG&E is hiring for a NERC Compliance Analyst. We will consider applicants across two different skill levels (Staff Level & Senior Level).

Candidates will be considered at the higher of the two levels they qualify.

Responsible to coordinate regulatory oversight, planning, operations, assurance, and mitigation efforts designed to ensure compliance with FERC, NERC and the Region Specific Mandatory Reliability Standards.

Partners with senior level executives, directors, and subject matter experts throughout the organization to analyze, recommend and support compliance activities related to FERC-approved Mandatory Reliability Standards established by North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and Regional Transmission Organization (RTO).

Coordinates process development, process improvement, training, and audit teams.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

Complex responsibilities related to primary focus of job area. Uses best practices and in-depth business knowledge to solve complex problems and improve products or services.

May adapt procedures, processes and techniques to meet the more complex requirements of position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Coordinate day-to-day activities to strengthen and promote the Utility Operational Compliance Program (regulatory oversight, planning, operations, assurance, and mitigation).

Monitor existing and new standard requirements, identify potential impact to compliance program and communicate any impacts to the Utility Operational Compliance (UOC) Team and affected Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).

• Serve as a Senior Compliance Analyst for a defined set of NERC Reliability and RTO standards.
• Lead efforts to develop the OGE definition of compliance to applicable NERC and RTO standards.
• Provide technical guidance to the Business Unit Managers and SMEs for implementation of procedures or processes and internal controls into day-to-day business operations to assure seamless compliance with applicable standard requirements.
• Assist SMEs in providing appropriate evidence of compliance.
• Periodically review SME documentation and evidence to assure accurate and complete.
• Coordinate the Company's compliance training activities with the Utility Technical Learning department and SMEs to develop and deliver the training to applicable Company staff members to assure those responsible for compliance maintain an adequate level of expertise.
• Conduct periodic reviews of internal compliance procedures, analysis, planning, and implementation of required changes.
• Conduct activities related to compliance assurance, internal compliance reviews, internal audits, external audits, self-certifications, periodic data submittals, exception reporting and investigations from FERC, NERC, or the RTO.
• Partner with SMEs and cross-functional teams, as needed, to ensure that databases and tools contain accurate and updated data for Utility Operational Compliance.
• Actively participate in NERC audit preparation and implementation.
• May act as a compliance analyst and participate as a SME as necessary during audits.
• Coordinate post-audit activities, such as responding to alleged violations and coordinate hearing efforts.
• Coordinate and support self-report development, mediation plan development, and efforts to appeal of any violations or fines if assessed.
• Actively participate in peer group, trade associations or NERC Standards development teams to leverage the Company's concerns regarding compliance issues.
• Coordinates and support efforts to develop and maintain business relations with NERC and RTO personnel.
• Coordinates the development of comments or points of engagement where the Company's concerns are properly included in the NERC standard development process.

REQUIREMENTS

Staff Level)

• Bachelor's Degree of Science in Engineering, And 3 years directly related experience (e.g. electrical power transmission, distribution, generation, or industrial regulatory compliance; Or
• Bachelor's Degree of Science or IT related degree, And 5 years directly related experience (e.g. electrical power transmission, distribution, generation, or industrial regulatory compliance; Or
• 7 years directly related experience (e.g. electrical power transmission, distribution, generation, industrial regulatory compliance or IT Systems Security / Regulatory Compliance) and a relevant Information Security certification.

Senior Level)

• Bachelor's Degree of Science in Engineering, And 5 years directly related experience (e.g., electrical power transmission, distribution, generation, or IT Architecture / Systems Security / Regulatory Compliance); Or
• Bachelor's Degree And 7 years directly related experience (e.g., electrical power transmission, distribution, generation, or IT Architecture / Systems Security / Regulatory Compliance); Or
• 9 years of directly related experience (e.g., electrical power transmission, distribution, generation, or IT Architecture / Systems Security / Regulatory Compliance).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Electric Utility Compliance experience; Or
• Experience in the risk & controls environment including risk identification, controlevaluation, and testing; Or
• Experience with Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems; Or
• Network Administration to include Access Management, Configuration, NetworkInfrastructure, and associated change management documentation; Or
• System Administration to include security tests and security monitoring; Or
• Cybersecurity to include Security Monitoring Evaluation, Recovery, and Prevention; Or
• Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office work using computers.
• Required to travel throughout company offices, work sites to include overnight stays.

SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

All positions in which driving is an essential function of the job, regardless if the job code is marked safety sensitive or not, will also be included as safety sensitive.

Individuals in positions in which driving is an essential function are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.'s Drug Testing Plan.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS)

• Demonstrated strong business acumen and ability to interpret and apply government regulations into company strategies and actions.
• Strong knowledge of FERC, NERC and the SPP RE.
• Demonstrated leadership in IIF (Incident and Injury Free) culture.
• Demonstrated effective business communication and consultation skills to communicate effectively across a diverse group both internally and externally.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information and material with the highest degree of professional responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to use tact and judgment in negotiating with all levels of individuals within and outside the Company.
• Ability to coordinate a team of professionals in order to influence and attain positive results, by providing an environment of empowerment and encouraging continuous improvement.
• Ability to work independently and initiate appropriate courses of action on assignments.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and multiple projects and adapt with shifting priorities.
• Ability to examine and evaluate data and present alternative actions in relation to the evaluation.
• Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, collects data, establish facts, draw conclusions, and solve complex problems.
• Knowledge standards development and the practices and procedures of regulatory bodies.
• Ability to use personal computer with proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and SharePoint.
• Ability to work within and support Company Standards Operating Procedures (SOPs).

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

No Licensure or Certification Required.

HEALTH AND SAFETY (MEDICAL / DOT REQUIREMENTS)

Pre-Employment Drug Screen

SALARY RANGE

$77,688 - $125,216