NERC CIP Compliance Senior Technical Auditor

AES Corporation

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Remote (Us, Salt Lake City, Ut, US) Posted 50 days ago $100,000–$124,950 / year

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AES Clean Energy seeks a NERC CIP Compliance Senior Technical Auditor to join its dedicated Compliance team at a senior level. This role involves leading independent oversight of compliance with NERC CIP Standards, conducting detailed technical assessments, validating security controls, and communicating requirements clearly to Subject Matter Experts. Day-to-day responsibilities include performing periodic internal compliance checks, monitoring updates to standards, collaborating on contract reviews, and engaging in industry focus groups to stay informed about evolving best practices. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in cybersecurity, operational technology, and control systems, along with experience in IT audits and implementing security controls. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools is essential, as well as knowledge of Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and risk management frameworks. This position demands exceptional attention to detail and the ability to foster a culture of compliance across AES’s operations.

Skills

NERC CIP Standards Industrial Control Systems (ICS) IT audits Security controls Project management Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint SharePoint RFI/RFQ processes Compliance monitoring Risk management frameworks CI/CD

What you'll do

Demonstrate expertise in NERC CIP Standards (CIP-002 through CIP-014).
Conduct periodic internal compliance assessments and spot checks.
Monitor updates to CIP Standards and coordinate industry comments.
Support legal teams by reviewing contract changes for NERC alignment.
Lead responses to regulatory requests and data reporting obligations.

What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical field with 6-10 years of NERC CIP experience.
Deep expertise in NERC CIP Standards (CIP-002 through CIP-014).
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, ability to work across multiple organizations.
Experience with Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and IT audits.
Hands-on experience supporting or monitoring a NERC CIP compliance program.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail in compliance.

Market check

Salary context

This $100,000–$124,950 range sits above 10% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$123,400–$198,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$132,725–$200,050

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About AES Corporation

AES Corporation is a global energy company that owns and operates power plants and provides energy storage solutions, delivering affordable and sustainable energy through a diverse portfolio of generation assets. Industry: Electric Power Generation & Energy

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