Director, IT-Cybersecurity

Job Description

In this role, you will lead the development and maintenance of policies, procedures, processes, and training to ensure compliance with North American Reliability Corporation (NERC) technology related Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) requirements, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and develop cyber security programs and process for Wabash Valley Power Alliance and its member cooperatives.

• Work with WVPA’s staff and Members on technology compliance to North American Electric Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) cyber security standards and industry best practices, including participation with any CIP data requests or audits and industry standard Cyber Security evaluations and testing
• Represent Wabash Valley with electric industry committees and teams for cybersecurity and CIP activities in conjunction with the compliance and other technology team members. Also represent Wabash Valley on state and local cyber security committees and groups as assigned.
• Lead cyber security policy, procedure, and training development for improving Wabash Valley’s overall cyber posture
• Participate on internal Wabash Valley committees related to risk, cyber security, and compliance.
• Assist in the creation of documented processes and procedures for the testing, deployment, management, and secure retirement of business and operational technology solutions.
• Work with Technical Services leadership in the establishment and maintenance of a project management methodology for the Wabash Valley Technical Services department.
• Create a program for mock technology cyber security audits and develop remediation plans for any deficiencies found.
• Work with the business, operations, and technology teams on the selection of new or replacement technology for the organization and membership.
• Define cyber security training for technology staff members, business, and operational users to ensure compliance with NERC CIP and industry best practice security standards.
• Develop, test, and maintain business continuity plans for Wabash Valley power. Create templates and a framework WVPA members can use to develop their own business continuity plans.
• Participates with the Technical Services leadership team in researching, planning & implementing major strategic initiatives of the organization.
• Assist membership with technology and cyber security projects, processes, and procedures.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in computer technology, project management, or equivalent experience required.
• Fifteen years of progressive experience in computer technology.
• Five to seven years of supervisory or team leadership experience required.
• Deep technical abilities directly related to cyber security

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.