Project Lead - NERC Compliance

Key Responsibilities

• Support client compliance with FERC, NERC, Regional Entities, and RTO/ISO operational and technical requirements.
• Gather, organize, and validate data for self-certifications, periodic data submissions, NERC/Regional data requests, and compliance reporting.
• Maintain and track compliance documentation, evidence, and records to ensure audit readiness.
• Provide logistical and documentation support during internal and external audits, including evidence preparation and tracking audit data requests.
• Audit & Monitoring Activities
• Assist in identifying, logging, and documenting compliance concerns, potential violations, and corrective action plans.
• Participate in mock audits, coordinating data requests, compiling evidence, and tracking gaps or deficiencies.
• Documentation & Internal Controls
• Maintain and update client procedures, ensuring required review cycles are met.
• Follow up with responsible individuals to ensure timely completion of tasks, signatures, and procedural updates.
• Support development and documentation of internal controls, mitigation plans, and corrective actions.
• Industry Monitoring & Team Support
• Monitor compliance-related communications and share relevant updates with internal teams.
• Assist with preparing materials and logistics for internal training sessions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of GDS's NERC Compliance service offerings.

Qualifications

• Experience and Skills:
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Civil, Nuclear, or Information Technology Engineering.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in an electric utility or related industry working with NERC Compliance.
• Technical knowledge of transmission system operations, generation resources, utility maintenance, and/or planning.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and project team collaboration skills.
• Experience working in a regulated environment; ability to travel up to 25%.
• Preferred / Substitutable Credentials:
• PE, PMP, or relevant credentials may substitute for experience.
• Additional desirable certifications include CISSP or other cybersecurity credentials.

Job 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

Keyword

Power, energy, PROMOD, PSS/E, RTO, ISO, energy delivery, powerworld