Consultant - NERC Compliance

Job Summary

GDS Associates, Inc. is seeking a Consultant - NERC Compliance to join their Rates & Regulatory group. This is a full-time, remote position based in Marietta, GA. The Consultant will support electric utility clients in achieving and sustaining compliance with NERC Reliability Standards.

About the Role

The Consultant will lead client engagements, serve as a trusted advisor, and drive audit readiness and compliance program maturity. They will also design and mature enterprise compliance programs and oversee the development of audit-ready documentation and evidence.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for client leadership
• Lead strategic discussions on compliance posture, risk, and regulatory impacts
• Translate regulatory requirements into business solutions
• Manage scope, timelines, and deliverables for multiple client engagements
• Ensure high-quality delivery and client satisfaction
• Lead audit readiness efforts and mock audits
• Provide defensible positions on compliance interpretations
• Lead risk assessments aligned with CMEP expectations
• Oversee mitigation plans, self-reports, and remediation strategies
• Advises on enforcement risk and compliance exposure
• Design and mature enterprise compliance programs and internal controls
• Establish governance frameworks and Compliance Oversight Plans
• Guide implementation of sustainable compliance processes
• Perform executive-level quality reviews of compliance artifacts
• Deliver advanced training to client teams
• Mentor junior consultants and client staff

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or other STEM major with a focus in computing or networking
• 10+ years of NERC Compliance or Utility experience
• Project Management experience
• Deep expertise in NERC Reliability Standards
• Audit experience (internal or external)
• Proven client-facing consulting experience
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Experience with compliance tools such as Align, CORES, MIDAS, TADS, and GADS

Skills

• Strong project management and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously
• Knowledge of NERC Reliability Standards
• Experience with compliance tools
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits

• Flex Benefits (Flexible Hours, Telecommuting)
• Competitive Pay
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental & Vision, Company Paid Life, Long Term & Short-Term Disability)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Floating Holiday, Holidays)
• 401(k) Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay and Schedule

The typical salary range for this position is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Qualifications

Citizens or Permanent Residents of USA. Cannot provide Visa sponsorship.