Sr CIP Regulatory Compliance Spec I 18862

Duquesne Light Company headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!

As related to the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Reliability Standardsthe CIP Regulatory Compliance Specialist will review and assist in the coordination of operational and technical regulatory compliance processes for the Company including evaluation of compliance initiatives review and monitoring of compliance with existing regulations and the preparation of compliance related documentation. Monitor changes in requirements and provide necessary assistance and training on regulatory compliance issues. Responsibility to verify and track compliance activities.This position will serve as a resource for the Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) throughout the Company and will work collaboratively with the SMEs on compliancerelated issues.

Location: Hybrid (see below) downtown Pittsburgh Pennsylvania

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and confirm compliance with operational and technical requirements of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) NERC PJM Interconnection (PJM) and ReliabilityFirst (RF) including scheduled requests selfcertifications data submittals randomly selected spot checks continual maintenance of evidence investigations (both internal and external) selfreports and mitigation plans. This work would also be performed with the goal of fully investigating and mitigating any outstanding compliance issues that are found and ensuring that SMEs are audit ready.
• Verifying compliance with FERC NERC RF and PJM policies and standards and identifying opportunities for improvement in procedures and practices. Conduct reviews of compliance programs and documentation specifically related to NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Reliability Standards to ensure that they are complete and accurate. If gaps are identified conduct an evaluation and/or root cause analysis to identify recommended improvements and mitigating actions.
• Assist in the investigation documentation and submittal of potential violations to regulatory organizations and ensure they are tracked for timely resolution and fully documented in auditable records.
• Participate in the coordination of Compliance Audits by FERC NERC PJM and/or RF. This responsibility includes internal and external coordination as well as organization review and preparation of audit workbooks and evidence. Audit preparatory work will include coordination of mock audits and coordination of external assistance for mock audits as required.
• Maintain NERC compliance management database for required filings as well as database to assign track and monitor compliance efforts.Identify document and develop internal controls for the Companys CIP compliance program in accordance with NERCs riskbased Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program.
• Maintain awareness of emerging utility industry compliance issues through benchmarking and participation in appropriate forums/groups including PJM RF and NATF compliance calls. Distribute information to impacted SMEs develop and provide training as required.
• Work closely with the Director NERC Compliance the Senior Manager CIP Regulatory Compliance and the Chief Compliance Officer in development and maintenance of the NERC CIP regulatory compliance program.
• In conjunction with SMEs identify risks to the reliability of the Bulk Electric System and develop Internal Controls that will mitigate the risks as well as ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset.

Education/Experience

• Bachelors Degree in relevant discipline required.
• Seven 7)or more years of experience working in a compliance or audit role required. .
• Technical knowledge and experience with NERC CIP standards required.
• Experience working in a regulated entity especially in the electricity sector or in other regulated environments including the energy financial healthcare or insurance industries strongly preferred.

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Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship without discrimination because of race age sex color religion national origin disability sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis as defined by applicable law and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including but not limited to hiring compensation benefits terms and conditions of employment opportunities for promotion transfer layoffs return from a layoff training and development and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings commitment is to comply with all applicable federal state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

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