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SERC Reliability Corporation

<div>The electric grid is vital to our everyday lives. It is fundamental for the health, safety, and well-being of our communities, and provides the platform for our economy and our societal and technological advances. SERC's mission is to reduce risks to the reliability and security of the electric grid (also known as the bulk power system), not only for today but also for the future.
To achieve this mission, we maintain a diverse team of experts across numerous disciplines in order to address the complex, evolving, and dynamic challenges facing the grid. Our team also partners with the best and brightest individuals from both the power industry and the federal government to understand and address the challenges facing the grid. These key partnerships make our work more informed, pragmatic, responsive, and impactful.
The Associate Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Auditor assists in the execution of Compliance Monitoring and certification engagements on behalf of SERC Reliability Corporation (SERC). The incumbent supports implementation of the Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program (CMEP) established by SERC in coordination with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), the Electric Reliability Organization (ERO) under the jurisdiction of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).
Position Start Date: No sooner than January 1, 2026 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<ul><li>
Participates in Compliance Audits, Spot Checks and other CMEP activities in accordance with SERC's Regional Delegation Agreement.</li><li>
Participates in information gathering, dissemination, data retention and confidentiality related to performance of compliance audits and spot-checks as assigned by manager.</li><li>
Participate as a team member on Certifications and Compliance Investigations as assigned.</li><li>
Ensures audit findings and reports are accurate, thorough, and contain sufficient information upon which to base compliant/non-compliant findings.</li></ul><ul><li>
Provides timely notification to ATL and manager of compliant or non-compliant/potential non-compliance findings commensurate with their significance.</li><li>
Supports the development of draft audit reports, questionnaires, documentation, self-assessments and audit team input that are accurate and contain sufficient justification to provide to the Risk Assessment and Mitigation department.</li></ul><ul><li>
Assists in the development and implementation of reporting forms associated with the compliance processes.</li><li>
Evaluates and assesses compliance of Periodic Data Submittals and Self-Certifications.</li><li>
Ensures adherence with Government Auditing Standards for objectivity, independence, impairment, rules of evidence and professional judgment.</li></ul><ul><li>
Participates in corporate and ERO Enterprise committees and teams, as assigned.</li><li>
Comply with SERC policies regarding anti-trust, conflicts of interest, and confidentiality.</li><li>
Performs other assignments as directed.</li></ul>
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:<ul><li>
1-3 years' experience working with or supporting an Energy Management System within the electric utility preferred.</li><li>
1-3 years' experience working with or supporting a Distributed Control System within the electric utility preferred.</li></ul><ul><li>
1-3 years of experience associated with computer systems used in the electric utility industry, or 2 years of experience in securing computer systems, including both physical and/or cyber security.</li><li>
1-3 years of project management experience.</li><li>
Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards. Prior audit experience a plus.</li></ul><ul><li>
Four year and/or higher educational degree in Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science/Technology, or equivalent experience.
</li><li>Excellent organizational and time management skills.</li><li>
Effective communication skills (face-to-face, telephone, written and email, and presentation skills).</li><li>
Computer skills, proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.</li><li>
Knowledge of Bulk Electric System and security infrastructure.</li><li>
Ability to work with and analyze data intensive and detailed information, and to draw meaningful conclusions from that information.</li><li>
Demonstrate the ability to coordinate activities for diverse groups of people that comprise the audit teams.</li><li>
Ability to interface between audit teams and upper management of SERC registered entities.</li>
Demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning. 
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COMMITMENT TO CULTURE:
SERC is dedicated to being a highly desirable place to work through culture and purpose. We place a strategic focus on critical elements such as InnovationCollaboration, Organizational DevelopmentTalent Management. Through this strategic focus, SERC has identified its four values we believe keep us on the path of the relentless pursuit of better. 
COMPANY VALUES:<ul><li>
Leader - Is trustworthy, principled, and respectful and strive to create value that reduces risk. Has a positive vision and is actively building support to execute it. A leader takes personal accountability for the outcomes of their choices and actions, acts with professionalism and adapts to change in a calm and positive manner. A leader will, when appropriate, ask questions and recommend alternative solutions to new processes or procedures.</li><li>
Collaborative - Partner and engage, both internally and externally, to drive meaningful action by leveraging skills, knowledge and tools. This would include effective written and verbal communication to ensure ideas and messages are clearly and concisely conveyed, being responsive to all stakeholders, understanding goals and objectives while exceeding key metrics and targets. Encourages dialog and candor while making it safe for others to voice their opinion to ensure all alternative viewpoints are heard, they are an active listener.</li><li>
Expert - Being credible, objective, disciplined, and sought after to help with continuous learning, improvements, and innovations. Exhibit knowledge of and ensures compliance with industry best practices and regulations. Take initiative to set priorities and convey important information in a timely and efficient manner. Employ good judgment when evaluating a problem by analyzing risk and identifying consequences while demonstrating a sense of organizational stewardship.</li><li>
Purposeful - Proactively demonstrate initiative, intentionality and resourcefulness to help anticipate and navigate current and future challenges. Committed to the quality of work and ensures work is delivered at appropriate deadlines while seeking operational efficiencies. Initiate appropriate follow-up while leveraging industry knowledge and business acumen to make appropriate decisions. Treat others with compassion and empathy and embrace the organization's mission and vision while providing meaningful contributions to organizational endeavors.</li></ul> 
If the traits and characteristics listed in our values resonate with you, we encourage you to apply! 
SALARY/BENEFITS:
The salary range for this position is DOE. We offer a generous PTO package; paid holidays; medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and a 401(k) plan with an organization contribution of up to 14%.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
WORK ENVIRONMENT:</h2>
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<ul><li>
Fully remote position; ability to travel 30% of the time on average.</li></ul> 
SERC is an Equal Opportunity Employer</div>

Associate CIP Auditor

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