Job Summary Acumen is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior NERC CIP Compliance Manager to join our team (remote position with travel to client sites required). This role focuses on assisting clients in achieving, demonstrating, and sustaining full compliance with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Standards, as well as applicable FERC requirements and Regional Entity criteria related to Bulk Electric System (BES) cyber security.
The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge of the electric utility sector, cyber and physical security controls, and hands-on experience managing NERC CIP compliance programs. A degree in Electrical Engineering, Cybersecurity, Business, or related discipline is required.
We have clients across North America and travel is required for this position. The successful candidate must be able to obtain the appropriate work permits.
Responsibilities and Duties Plan, organize and provide NERC CIP Compliance consulting services to clients
Conduct CIP-focused audits, assessments, and mock audits across CIP-002 through CIP-014, including BES Cyber System identification, electronic/physical access controls, incident response, change management, and supply chain risk management
Coordinate, validate, and manage CIP audit evidence for clients across multiple functional entities
Develop, maintain, and refine CIP compliance programs, including policies, procedures, standards, and baselines tailored to client environments
Monitor and interpret new NERC CIP standard updates, FERC orders, and Regional Entity guidance to ensure clients remain audit-ready
Prepare and submit required compliance documentation such as RSAWs, Self-Reports, Technical Feasibility Exceptions (TFEs), mitigation plans, and lessons learned
Provide CIP-specific training to client personnel, including roles-based training,



annual cyber security training, and evidence handling protocols
Participate in industry groups, Regional workshops, and NERC working groups to stay informed on emerging CIP standards and best practices.
Identify opportunities aligned with Acumen’s NERC CIP and regulatory compliance service offerings
Support proposal development for CIP audit support, program development, and related services
Represent Acumen through conferences, seminars, and marketing events
Assist with the development and documentation of market strategies for CIP and broader reliability-related services
Project/client management
Willingness to learn other Acumen services such as operational technology, cyber security, and energy solutions/services
Qualifications and Skills Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Business, or related discipline
Minimum 15 years’ experience in the electric utility industry with substantial focus on NERC CIP compliance, cyber security, OT systems, and reliability standards
Working knowledge of power system operations (generation, transmission, distribution) and OT environments supporting BES Cyber Systems
Direct experience with NERC CIP Standards, FERC reliability requirements, and Regional Entity audit processes
Strong understanding of CIP documentation requirements including RSAW development, evidence collection/management, logs, access reviews, PSP/ESP boundary documentation, and system configuration tracking
Knowledgeable in Regulatory obligations,



organization and processes in the utility sector, and ability to evaluate and interpret new or evolving reliability standards
Experience in consulting, sales and marketing preferred
Demonstrated project management capability
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and structured problem-solving ability
Must pass a criminal, cross-identity, and financial security clearance check
Working Environment Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment with minimal physical effort required; remote work schedule
Visits to industrial client sites required; appropriate personal protective equipment will be provided
The candidate must be capable and willing to travel anywhere in North America or internationally by commercial airline, auto, or other designated mode of transportation, on relatively short notice
Acumen is committed to accessibility in employment and to ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for candidates, including persons with disabilities. Acumen will endeavor to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify the hiring manager upon scheduling your interview.
Job Type Full-time
Pay $140,000.00-$160,000.00 per year
Advantages Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
On-site parking
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Vision care
Work from home
Experience NERC CIP Compliance: 10 years (preferred)
Work Location Hybrid remote in Burlington, ON L7L 6M1

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