IT Compliance Specialist I

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today-for our customers, communities and each other.

Position summary:

The IT Compliance Specialist I will assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of IT compliance programs and procedures. They will review and analyze IT policies, procedures, and controls to ensure they align with current regulations & adopted controls. This role will also provide support in conducting audits and risk assessments, identifying potential issues, and recommending remediation actions. They will also help in developing and delivering IT compliance training to the organization. Critical functions of this role will be mentored by senior level specialists to gain expertise and experience.

Pay Range: $60,000 - $ 90,150 / Grade 11 (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: Manager of Information Technology Compliance

Location: Rapid City, SD

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions:
* Assist in the creation, implementation and maintenance of appropriate enterprise programs, policies, and procedures to be compliant with applicable technology related regulations including TSA Security Directives/Guidelines, NERC CIP, and SOX.
* Perform and monitor IT compliance activities including data collections, analysis and remediation throughout BHE, working with internal and external audit teams as required.
* Support Management in the design and operating efficiency testing of the IT departments control activities processes.
* Assist in communication and training on IT compliance related issues and activities. Partner within the organization to build IT compliance awareness.
* Assist when there are complaints or violations of laws, regulations or internal policies and procedures, you will be responsible for investigating them, documenting your findings, and taking appropriate corrective action, including reporting violations to regulatory agencies.
* Learn applicable standards, requirements and their application to the enterprise environment in cooperation with operational area SMEs.
* Participate in internal and external audits and regulatory reviews to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory standards and internal security policies and controls.
* Support IT compliance related projects and project teams while meeting project timelines and budget set forth by project.
* Capacity to understand interrelationships and dependencies between business processes and functions, both internal and external to the company, and the associated impact on the effectiveness of the control environment with minimal assistance and oversight.

Additional Responsibilities:
* Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.
* Occasional overnight travel as necessary to attend team meetings, meet with employees, support compliance activities, provide or receive training, and support remote systems. After hours response may be required for critical issues requiring management attention.

What Is Required:
* Associate's Degree in IT, Business Administration, Compliance, Risk, Security, Information Technology, or similar role or equivalent experience.
* Minimum of 1 year of professional experience.

What Is Desired:
* Basic understanding of internal controls, specifically IT General Controls (ITGC), CIS Controls and NERC CIP.
* Broad knowledge and understanding of Information Technology concepts and IT and Business security controls, and processes. Ability to understand, comprehend and communicate technology. Demonstrated understanding of data processing, hardware platforms, operating systems, databases and enterprise software applications.
* Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulations, including Sarbanes Oxley, NERC CIP requirements and TSA guidelines.
* Ability to apply IT-related knowledge and experience in solving compliance issues.
* Quick learner - ability to absorb new information quickly. Flexibility / adaptability - must be flexible to changes in assignments with short notice to assist the department in accomplishing shared objectives and goals.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.