Lead Analyst, Business Compliance

About the role

The Lead Analyst, Business Compliance – Gas Pipeline Safety & Compliance, is responsible for leading the execution of the Gas Pipeline Safety Control Testing program. This role oversees the control testing workplan, associated analytics, and supporting / leading team, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and enterprise risk management standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of the annual control testing workplan, ensuring alignment with risk priorities and regulatory requirements
• Oversee daily testing activities, monitor progress against milestones, and ensure timely completion of deliverables
• Provide technical direction and ensure adherence to internal control testing standards and methodologies
• Perform and oversee advanced data analysis to identify control performance trends, gaps, and emerging risks
• Develop dashboards, models, and reporting using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or equivalent platforms
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights and recommendations for senior leadership
• Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations and reporting on control testing results, risk exposure, and mitigation strategies
• Provide regular updates to leadership on workplan status, findings, and remediation progress

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field required
• 5+ years of experience in engineering, pipeline safety, compliance, risk management, or control testing within the utility or energy sector required
• Strong knowledge of pipeline safety regulations (PHMSA, state requirements) and control frameworks required
• Demonstrated experience leading teams, projects, or workstreams required
• Advanced analytical skills, including experience working with large datasets and developing insights required
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex information to senior leadership required

Qualifications

• Experience with Automation / Machine Learning / Artificial Intelligence preferred
• Knowledge of API RP 1173 / Pipeline Safety Management Systems preferred
• Experience supporting regulatory audits or enforcement actions preferred
• Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI preferred

Skills

• Valid driver’s license required

Benefits

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Pay

$147,000 - $155,000 a year

Schedule

Full-time