Who We Are
Enel is a globally recognized leader in sustainable energy and is consistently named one of Fortune Magazine’s “Companies that are Changing the World.” It is also one of the largest and most trusted energy companies in the world, serving around 70 million customers in more than 30 countries across 5 continents. The Enel Group vision is about Open Power. Open Power means opening energy access to more people; opening the world of energy to new technologies; opening new ways for people to manage energy; opening new uses of energy; and opening more partnerships. These are ambitious goals and we are pursuing them with the passion of more than 65,000 people whose brilliant work is based on our values of Responsibility, Innovation, Trust and Proactivity. At Enel North America, our businesses are leading the energy transition, creating the sustainable energy solutions of the future to help individuals, businesses and communities change energy into lasting value.
The Opportunity:
This position will be part of a team that is responsible for monitoring, developing and implementing North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Standard policies and practices at Enel Power Generation. The Senior NERC Compliance Analyst will perform duties in the coordination of activities primarily related to the reliability operations and planning (693) suite of NERC standards and the compliance program including the management of internal controls, compliance monitoring and compliance evaluations. The focus of this role within the NERC Compliance Group at Enel will be managing a program for internal spot checks and self-assessments. In addition, this role will also focus on key compliance monitoring and evaluation areas as well as facilitating the team in the identification, mitigation and submission of self-reports and timely responses to Regional Entity spot checks. This position will be responsible for consulting with all divisions across Enel to provide guidance on the correct NERC procedures and responses to compliance concerns.
What You'll Do at Enel North America:
* Assist the Director of NERC Compliance with implementing a premier culture and record of compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) standards.
* Comprehensive knowledge of NERC standards, procedures and internal controls.
* Comprehensive knowledge and exhibited ability to work with NERC and liaise with regulators in a professional manner.
* Exceptional organizational skills to analyze and manage the collection of evidence to demonstrate compliance.
* Assist in the development and revisions of procedures and training documentation to maintain compliance.
* Manage the collection and organization of evidence to support Enel’s quarterly internal self-audits (quarterly spot checks). Assemble reports for evidence and data analysis review.
* Monitor important areas that impact compliance such as; Transmission Operator and Balancing Authority NERC Data Requests submitted to Enel to ensure timely and comprehensive responses by Subject Matter Experts.
* Perform compliance evaluations on evidence and documentation from Subject Matter Experts in areas such as; Facility Ratings, Protection System Maintenance, Real Time Operations and Facility Interconnection.
* Manage self-reports if applicable including NERC Align portal submissions and organization of mitigation activities with Stakeholders. Ensure timely responses to any Regional Entity questions or RFIs.
* Manage Regional Entity spot checks by working with stakeholders to compile requested evidence to demonstrate compliance and ensure submission by required deadline.
* Facilitate the communication of NERC Compliance requirements across the different departments of Enel. Working with Subject Matter Experts to identify and resolve problems and provide support for developing a pro-compliance environment throughout all divisions. Assist all divisions with compliance challenges in order to avoid possible violations and financial liability.
* Assist in preparing divisions for audits by regulatory authorities. Assist with responses to requests for information (RFI) by regulatory authorities. Work in cooperation with the departments across Enel to resolve difficult and controversial technical problems for the reliability compliance program.
* Represent Enel at federal, state and regional reliability workshops. Regular participation in Regional Entity compliance workshops.
* Promote an environment of continuous improvement in the NERC Standards compliance program and help develop methodologies to promote a culture of compliance and reliability.
* Comprehensive knowledge of NERC CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection) standards, procedures and internal controls.
* Monitor important areas that impact compliance such as; NERC Data Requests submitted to Enel to ensure timely and comprehensive responses by Subject Matter Experts (OT, Network Delivery, Physical Security, and Cyber).
* Perform compliance evaluations on evidence and documentation from Subject Matter Experts in areas such as; Physical, OT Cyber assets, Cyber Security monitoring tools and administration, CIP Policy reviews and quarterly verifications, authorized access and required CIP training.
* Facilitate the communication of NERC Compliance requirements across the different departments of Enel through CIP Communications, Low Impact and Medium Impact Stakeholder communication distribution groups. Working with Subject Matter Experts to identify and resolve problems and provide support for developing a pro-compliance environment throughout all divisions. Assist all divisions with compliance challenges in order to avoid possible violations and financial liability.
* Promote an environment of continuous improvement in the NERC CIP Standards compliance program and help develop methodologies to promote a culture of compliance and reliability.
Who You Are:
* Intermediate skill with Microsoft Office and Project Management software.
* Must be able to work in a constantly changing environment and capable of managing multiple projects and tasks and ensuring their timely completion.
* Excellent oral presentation skills; ability to prepare effective presentations for delivery.
* Ability to deal effectively with regulators, auditors, and stakeholders.
* Excellent verbal and written communications skills to work effectively with a variety of Subject Matter Experts across different departments within Enel.
What You've Accomplished:
Requirements
* Bachelor’s degree in related field is required.
* Minimum 1-2 years of NERC compliance, regulatory or related experience.
* Specific NERC experience is preferred.
* Training program experience is preferred.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
Enel North America is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information. We will not discriminate, in any employment decision, against any individual or group on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veterans/national guard/military reserve status. This shall be done in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws in every location in which Enel North America has facilities. Enel North America maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Accessibility – If you require accessibility assistance applying for open positions please contact EnelApplication@enel.com.
What Enel North America Offers You:
Enel North America offers its regular full-time employees affordable, quality healthcare for you and your family, life insurance and disability benefits to provide security, and retirement benefits to help you plan for your financial future. In addition, we offer an array of other benefits such as flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement and professional development allowance.
Benefits are effective as of day one!
Some additional perks to working with Enel North America include:
* 401k with match fully vested as of day one. Enel-NA matches 80% of the first 5% that you contribute up to set IRS limits.
* Generous PTO that supports work/life balance including: 4 weeks annually of vacation as well as personal days, volunteer days, your birthday off, paid holidays, and sick time. Proration may apply during first year of employment.
* Paid leave programs.
* The opportunity to grow and develop your career with the support and mentorship of senior leaders.
* The opportunity to work for one of the world’s most recognizable and respected brands in the energy industry that believes by working together we can create a new energy era in which the world can become more sustainable.
An employee’s eligibility for these benefits shall be subject to the governing documents for such plans and programs and/or company policy. The benefits described above may be modified or eliminated with or without notice in accordance with the governing documents and applicable law.
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