Business Systems Analyst
We're seeking an experienced Business Systems Analyst to provide cybersecurity compliance and process documentation support for an energy sector technology team responsible for maintaining critical real-time systems.
About the Role
This position supports Energy Management Systems (EMS) within a highly regulated environment, ensuring that change management, configuration, and security compliance processes meet federal standards such as NERC-CIP FISMA , and NIST . You'll work closely with engineers, IT professionals, and compliance specialists to maintain secure and reliable systems that support essential grid operations.
What You'll Do
- Support change management and configuration control processes for system updates and releases.
- Develop and maintain cybersecurity compliance documentation , reports, and audit materials.
- Assist in ensuring ongoing compliance with NERC-CIP NIST , and FISMA security standards.
- Create and update processes, procedures, and job aids for configuration and compliance activities.
- Facilitate issue tracking and documentation in a DevOps environment using Atlassian / Jira tools.
- Provide administrative support for audit preparation, certification activities, and quality assurance reviews.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve compliance processes and maintain system reliability.
What We're Looking For
5+ years of directly related experience in business systems analysis, IT process management, or cybersecurity compliance.Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC) in high-availability environmentsHands-on experience with change / configuration management systemsExperience using Atlassian or similar DevOps tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).Excellent technical documentation and communication skills.Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience in a utility or control center environmentFamiliarity with NERC-CIP FISMA , or NIST compliance frameworks.Experience developing and rolling out new processes or compliance procedures.Understanding of security standards, policies, and controls for critical systems.Contract Duration : 12 months (with potential for extension)Work Location : Vancouver, WA or Spokane, WA (some hybrid flexibility)Eligibility : U.S. citizenship and ability to pass a federal background check requiredSeniority Level
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