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. 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 Develop, maintain, and refine CIP compliance programs, including policies, procedures, standards, and baselines tailored to client environments 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 Identify opportunities aligned with Acumen’s NERC CIP and regulatory compliance service offerings Project/client management 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 Robust 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 Demonstrated project management capability Must pass a criminal, cross-identity, and financial security clearance check 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. Full-time Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Life insurance On-site parking Work from home NERC CIP Compliance: 10 years (preferred) Hybrid remote in Burlington, ON L7L 6M1 #

📌 Senior NERC CIP Compliance Manager (Canada)
🏢 AESI Acumen Engineered Solutions International
📍 Canada