What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cyber Security Program Manager position at Tennessee Society of Association Executives?
At the American Public Power Association (APPA), we serve as the voice of not-for-profit, community-owned utilities that power 2,000 towns and cities nationwide. We represent public power before the federal government to protect the interests of the more than 54 million people that public power utilities serve, and the 96,000 people they employ. We advocate and advise on electricity policy, technology, trends, training, and operations. Help us continue to achieve our mission for our members and the communities they serve!
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At APPA, we strive to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and feels valued.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Cyber Security Program Manager who will be responsible for a wide variety of APPA’s cybersecurity programmatic efforts, both new and existing. This individual interfaces with federal agencies and member utilities to ensure member needs and positions are well represented. The Manager will have a mix of cybersecurity knowledge, energy sector experience, excellent program management skills, and an understanding of membership organizations and the need to be attentive and drive added value.
This is a hybrid position which requires the incumbent to reside in the Washington, DC metropolitan area and come into the office a minimum of two to three days each week (with Tuesdays being a mandatory day).
Responsibilities :
- Represent APPA on general cybersecurity issues before member organizations, state / federal entities, trade / industry / vendor organizations, and the public.
- Review cybersecurity policies / legislation / regulations, providing technical assistance by drafting summaries / comments / filings for internal and external stakeholders. Inform and coordinate with APPA regulatory staff on these issues as appropriate and participate in energy policy review and development.
- Oversee the launch and execution of the APPA Cybersecurity Accelerator Program to improve the cybersecurity posture and maturity of small and medium-sized APPA members.
- Plan and execute annual APPA Cyber Security Conference, along with various cyber security related sessions at additional APPA conferences.
- Participate in industry and government sponsored cyber security exercises, e.g., GridEx, DOE Clear Path.
- Identify and develop cyber security tools / technologies / services to provide value-add to APPA members.
- Develop biennial APPA cyber security survey to identify member interests and activities related to their cyber security maturity and posture. Perform data analysis and prepare reports for APPA staff and members. Identify opportunities to provide new services / tools.
- Identify and coordinate the production and writing of funding opportunity and grant applications, as well as cooperative agreement management documents.
- Provide programmatic support on cooperative agreements between APPA and the USG, as needed.
- Transmit information to APPA members and external stakeholders through articles, speeches, presentations, white papers, blogs, podcasts, facilitation of listservs, and other media to ensure transfer of knowledge.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
In addition to a highly competitive salary and bonus program, APPA offers a robust benefits package to include a comprehensive health and wellness package, 20 days of PTO accrued in the first year, 401(k) match and additional contributions, and more!
APPA is committed to fostering an environment of diversity, equity and inclusion. This commitment pertains to our internal policies and staff expectations but also extends out to the wider public power community. As part of our strategic plan, we aim to assist members in meeting workforce challenges—including attracting and retaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture—through offering educational programs, developing resources, and serving as a platform for the public power community to exchange ideas and best practices.
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