Job#: 2072500

Job Description:

For immediate consideration please send an email with your resume to [email protected]

Location: Austin, TX

Department: Compliance & Excellence (C&E)

Employment Type: 1 year contract with likelihood for conversion to permanent

We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented professional with hands-on experience in NERC Operations and Planning (O&P) standards compliance, specifically NERC 693. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of regulatory requirements and demonstrate the ability to develop and maintain compliance documentation and processes that ensure audit readiness and operational excellence.

• Develop and revise internal procedures to ensure compliance with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Operations and Planning (O&P) standards.
• Maintain and update the Compliance & Excellence (C&E) Team’s Roles and Responsibilities (R&R) matrix for all NEET operating companies.
• Support the migration of compliance documentation to NEET’s new Document Management System.
• Create and update Reliability Standard Audit Worksheets (RSAWs) to ensure high-quality, audit-ready documentation.
• Coordinate and review evidence for Sustainability Assessments in collaboration with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).
• Assist with additional compliance-related tasks, including MIDAS reporting and implementation readiness for FERC Order 881 (Ambient Adjusted Ratings), as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (required).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in NERC O&P compliance or utility regulatory compliance.
• Proven experience in developing and executing NERC O&P compliance programs.
• Strong knowledge of NERC 693 standards and audit preparation.
• Experience working with a NERC Regional Entity or Regional Transmission Organization (RTO) is a plus.
• Familiarity with compliance software tools and document management platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across cross-functional teams.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a retirement plan (401k or local country equivalent) program. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.