Regulatory Compliance Analyst 1, 2, Senior
Scottsdale, AZ, US
Requisition ID: 19913
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SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.
Why Work at SRP
At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.
SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
- Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
- Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
- Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
- Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
- Short and long-term disability plans
- Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
- 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking
Summary
The Regulatory Compliance Analyst supports SRP's Compliance Center of Excellence (CCoE), helping standardize workflows, strengthen evidence practices, and build a network of compliance champions across OT environments. This role blends regulatory expertise, technical awareness, and program leadership to improve audit readiness and drive continuous improvement in SRP's overall compliance posture. The Analyst works closely with OT teams, compliance partners, and the CCoE network to align processes, strengthen internal controls, and ensure SRP maintains clear, defensible, architecture aligned compliance positions.
What You'll Do
- Serve as a compliance champion supporting the CCoE's standards, workflows, templates, and evidence pathways.
- Identify compliance gaps and collaborate with technical partners to recommend corrective action or project initiation.
- Define or refine internal controls, documentation expectations, and audit readiness criteria across OT domains.
- Provide consultative guidance that translates regulatory requirements into practical, technically grounded actions.
- Support internal and external audits by developing narratives, preparing evidence, and defending compliance positions.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including maturing SRP's internal controls program and compliance frameworks.
- Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on SRP's compliance strategy and operations.
- Mentor and support other analysts and serve as a backup for core CIP compliance functions.
- Contribute to the gradual expansion of compliance oversight to include O&P standards in future phases.
- Build strong relationships with process owners to influence governance, promote accountability, and uphold compliance expectations.
- Travel to SRP facilities as needed to support compliance activities and stakeholder engagement.
Education
Experience
This position may be filled at one of three levels outlined below, based on the candidate’s relevant education, experience, or a combination of both that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and competencies.
Level I — Associate: In lieu of a degree, 4 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 4 years may be considered.
Level 2 – Journey: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience required. In lieu of a degree, 6 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 6 years may be considered.
Level 3 – Senior: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience required. In lieu of a degree, 9 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience totaling 9 years may be considered.
Eligibility for advancement (progression) to the next level in the same role is based on overall job performance, mastery of all functional responsibilities, and time in position, as assessed by the supervisor.
Additional Requirements and Qualifications
- Strong understanding of NERC CIP standards; familiarity with O&P standards or willingness to build expertise.
- Experience working in or supporting OT environments, infrastructure, cyber security, or electric utility operations.
- Working understanding of core, foundational OT cyber security practices.
- Ability to interpret technical architecture and apply compliance requirements in a practical, defensible way.
- Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and sustain internal controls and governance frameworks.
- Influential communication skills with the ability to guide process owners and collaborate across diverse technical teams.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to SRP facilities.
Hybrid Workplace
SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.
Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.
Work Authorization
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.
Nearest Major Market: Phoenix