MANAGER, NERC COMPLIANCE

POSITION TITLE: MANAGER, NERC COMPLIANCE

LOCATION: CORPORATE & LEGAL AFFAIRS/BANGOR

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR, CORPORATE COUNCIL & COMPLIANCE OFFICER

POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT, NON-BARGAINING UNIT

Be a part of the team that is transforming the power industry of northern and eastern Maine.

Versant Power is building on our 100-year history of delivering efficient, safe and reliable electricity service to customers in northern and eastern Maine. We never lose sight of safety, quality, integrity and innovation.

We are committed to our dedicated people, who inspire us every day to deliver something more powerful than power alone.

Position Overview

Under the general direction of the Director, Corporate Counsel & Compliance Officer, the Manager, NERC Compliance is responsible for achieving department objectives by supervising staff, organizing and monitoring work process within the Compliance Department, primarily focusing on compliance with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards. The incumbent will act, in conjunction with other leaders, to oversee adherence to all regulatory compliance programs within Versant Power. The Manager, NERC Compliance serves as a leader in the group, participating in strategic planning, budgeting, capital planning, procurement, and providing guidance and expertise to both the business community and other resources within the team.

Essential Functions

• Acts as primary Compliance liaison between various business units on the topic of implementing and maintaining NERC standards over all assets that support the Bulk Electric System (BES).
• Oversees Compliance processes, configurations, data, and the successful validation and auditing of same for environments within the Company’s Electronic Security Perimeter (ESP), as defined by NERC.
• Oversees lifecycle management of infrastructure assets under the NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards.
• Oversees development, implementation, and/or updates to Versant Power policies and procedures resulting from changes to NERC Reliability Standards.
• Ensures staff maintain systems for meeting deadlines and completing required actions around self-reports, self-certifications, mitigation plans, and new or revised standards.
• Ensures the facilitation and recording of regulatory compliance meetings.
• Oversees the development and administration of Compliance training programs relating to NERC Reliability Standards.
• Oversees development of required materials for the maintenance and administration of NERC Reliability Standards.
• Maintains and supports staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees, developing personal growth opportunities.
• Ensures staff achieve job results through performance management, including planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; conducting training; implementing and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
• Develops schedules; assigns and monitors work; gathers resources; implements productivity standards; resolves operational problems; maintains reference manuals; implements new procedures.
• Controls expenses by gathering and submitting budget information; scheduling expenditures; monitoring variances; implementing corrective actions.
• Provides support for internal and external audits.
• Aids internal customers by providing an escalation point for problem analysis and problem resolution as well as for general work prioritization and resource assignment.
• Develops and maintains necessary relationships with internal and external service providers, vendors, and other support personnel to resolve issues and ensure efficient operations.
• Complies with and coordinates internal audit requirements, test policies and change control processes.
• Complies with and coordinates all change management processes.
• Maintains knowledge and understanding of existing and emerging NERC Standards.
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Other related duties as assigned include designated duties associated with System Restoration.
  
  

REQUIRED OR PREFERRED EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Bachelor’s degree in technology field required, preferably in computer science.
• This position is highly technical and requires a strong, demonstrated knowledge of IT and OT environments and Cybersecurity.
• Experience with Information Protection, System Security Management, Configuration Management, Supply Chain Risk, Recovery Plans, project coordination, and management required.
• 4 years of NERC experience and 9 years in Information or Operational Technology.
• 2-4 years prior supervisory experience required.
• Knowledge of IT/OT testing methodologies and general understanding of audit practices required.
• Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with electrical utility industry and infrastructure required.
• Valid Maine driver’s license required.
• Must be willing to travel as needed for training and User Group participation.
• Position requires identity verification and criminal background check with update at least every seven years pursuant to NERC standards.
  
  

Physical/Mental Requirements Physical And Mental Job Requirements

• Position is primarily sedentary, with some walking, driving and standing required.
• Position requires mental and visual concentration.
• Position requires excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Position requires excellent organizational skills.
• Extra hours required.
  
  

Work Hours

Usual work hours are 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., Monday through Friday.

Pay

Pay will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Information

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Versant Power is a tobacco-free, drug-free and fragrance-free workplace.

Versant Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posted: 3/25/2025