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Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Non-Classified
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: T0330-23A
Department: Power
Opening Date: 11/29/2023
Closing Date: 12/13/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Position Description
Are you interested in joining a team of professionals who are delivering major projects that will have a positive impact on the City of Tacoma and the communities we serve? Does working in an collaborative and positive work environment with a common mission of providing affordable, reliable, renewable electrical services appeal to you? If so, this may be the job for you!
Join our team as an CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection) Senior Analyst under the Utility Technology Services Section of Tacoma Power! This position is primarily responsible in supporting the CIP Program through phases such as development, implementation and maintenance of policies, plans, processes, procedures, and evidence. You will also be providing necessary guidance to ensure compliance of company facilities with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards as well.
In addition, the CIP Senior Analyst is responsible for coordinating with CIP Program Subject Matter Experts SMEs across Tacoma Power on documentation, process improvements, and reviews of evidence of compliance. These reviews include detailed technical review of asset configuration and reporting to ensure compliance, analyze opportunities for process improvement, and streamline the coordination of support efforts.
Job Responsibilities:
Qualifications
Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in information technology or directly related field
*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education
Minimum Experience*
4 years of progressively responsible information technology experience related to assignment
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
BASED ON ASSIGNMENT:
Knowledge & Skills
The ideal candidate would thrive in an environment that requires the ability to both collaborate/work with a team on large work efforts. Additionally, they would have the following skills/certification:
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
This recruitment is being managed by Kye Merritt. If you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with her on LinkedIn.
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.
Tacoma Power
is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town. We welcome you to take a look at our website and discover how the City of Tacoma can make your next career move part of our combined destiny:
Apply
Interested individuals should apply online. Please attach a detailed resume that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.
Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.
Communication from the City of Tacoma:
We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.
In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.
For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591.5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Public Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.
Other Employment Information
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
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Do you have a Bachelor's degree in degree in information technology or directly related field (such as computer science) or a combination of equivalent education and experience?
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Do you have 4 years or more of progressively responsible information technology experience related to assignment?
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One of the City's Principles that guides us is Equity. Describe what equity means to you and describe any experience you have working with diverse groups of people.
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Please tell us how you learned about this job opening.
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Location : Tacoma, WA
Job Type: Non-Classified
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: T0330-23A
Department: Power
Opening Date: 11/29/2023
Closing Date: 12/13/2023 5:00 PM Pacific
Position Description
Are you interested in joining a team of professionals who are delivering major projects that will have a positive impact on the City of Tacoma and the communities we serve? Does working in an collaborative and positive work environment with a common mission of providing affordable, reliable, renewable electrical services appeal to you? If so, this may be the job for you!
Join our team as an CIP (Critical Infrastructure Protection) Senior Analyst under the Utility Technology Services Section of Tacoma Power! This position is primarily responsible in supporting the CIP Program through phases such as development, implementation and maintenance of policies, plans, processes, procedures, and evidence. You will also be providing necessary guidance to ensure compliance of company facilities with the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards as well.
In addition, the CIP Senior Analyst is responsible for coordinating with CIP Program Subject Matter Experts SMEs across Tacoma Power on documentation, process improvements, and reviews of evidence of compliance. These reviews include detailed technical review of asset configuration and reporting to ensure compliance, analyze opportunities for process improvement, and streamline the coordination of support efforts.
Job Responsibilities:
- Perform a wide variety of advanced analytical duties and tasks related to Tacoma Power's compliance with the NERC CIP Reliability Standards applicable to the data, acquisition and control systems associated with managing the bulk electrical system.
- Work with the CIP Program Manager to lead Tacoma Power in developing, implementing, and maintaining policies, plans, processes, procedures, systems, evidence, and tools to ensure compliance with the NERC CIP Reliability Standards, to support Tacoma Power's CIP Program.
- Prepare and maintain complex reports related to Tacoma Power's CIP Program. Assist with the preparation and submittal of information to WECC such as mandatory data requests, self-certifications, pre-audit information and surveys, responses to periodic audits and spot checks, self- reported potential non-compliance, and Mitigation Plans.
- Respond to requests for aid from CIP Program SMEs, and Managers for support of compliance functions and the development, collection and storage of compliance evidence, and processes.
- Create and provide training to CIP Program SMEs on process improvements and overall CIP Program functions. Work with management and SMEs to ensure training meets the expectations of the business as well as individual SMEs. Analyze gaps in current CIP Program SME training and suggest, create and update CIP Program training elements.
- Research new Operational Systems management software tools and develop and present proof of concept
- Develop materials as needed for Operational Systems administration cross functional training.
Qualifications
Minimum Education*
Bachelor's degree in information technology or directly related field
*Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education
Minimum Experience*
4 years of progressively responsible information technology experience related to assignment
Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements
BASED ON ASSIGNMENT:
- Proficiency in North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC-CIP) standards
- Security+ or related certification: CISSP
- Some assignments may require a Washington State Driver's license
Knowledge & Skills
The ideal candidate would thrive in an environment that requires the ability to both collaborate/work with a team on large work efforts. Additionally, they would have the following skills/certification:
- CISM, CISSP, Security+
- Strong communication skills
- Experience within creating training documentation that details technical concepts
Selection Process & Supplemental Information
This recruitment is being managed by Kye Merritt. If you would like to be notified of similar opportunities or stay connected with things going on at Tacoma Public Utilities and the City of Tacoma, connect with her on LinkedIn.
City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At the City of Tacoma, we're on a mission to make our workforce as diverse and inclusive as the community we serve. We're committed to eliminating racial and other disparities, and we actively seek out candidates from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Join our team at the City of Tacoma and help us build a more vibrant, inclusive, and equitable community for all.
Tacoma Power
is an almost 100% hydroelectric, municipally-owned public power utility, located in Tacoma. We serve approximately 180,000 customers as one of the three operating divisions of Tacoma Public Utilities, alongside Tacoma Water and Tacoma Rail. As one of the most livable, walkable cities in the country, you'll find that Tacoma is a great fit for all interests with places to bike, run, hike, and explore, the perks of a big city, and the charm of a small town. We welcome you to take a look at our website and discover how the City of Tacoma can make your next career move part of our combined destiny:
Apply
Interested individuals should apply online. Please attach a detailed resume that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.
Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.
Communication from the City of Tacoma:
We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.
In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.
For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at (253) 591.5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Public Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.
Other Employment Information
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
01
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in degree in information technology or directly related field (such as computer science) or a combination of equivalent education and experience?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have 4 years or more of progressively responsible information technology experience related to assignment?
- Yes
- No
03
One of the City's Principles that guides us is Equity. Describe what equity means to you and describe any experience you have working with diverse groups of people.
04
Please tell us how you learned about this job opening.
- Job Interest Card notification
- Internet search
- Professional organization
- Community organization
- Military organization
- Union job posting
- City of Tacoma employee
- Online job board posting
- Word of mouth
- Other
05
Please provide specific information regarding how you learned about this job opening. Thank you, your feedback will be used to evaluate our success reaching the public and refine our methods for future job postings.
Required Question
