AUDIT PREP+ EDUCATION (Online Only)

Monday, Feb 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM to Tuesday, Feb 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM PST

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Monday, Feb 3, 2025 at 8:00 AM to Tuesday, Feb 4, 2025 at 2:00 PM PST

Prepare for a successful NERC CIP audit with Audit Prep+, an advanced course designed to equip entity personnel with a thorough understanding of compliance oversight practices employed by the ERO. This in-depth training covers every phase of the audit process, from preparation and execution to post-audit negotiations, ensuring your organization is ready to navigate the complexities of compliance with confidence.

What You’ll Learn

  • ERO Compliance Oversight Practices: Explore the NERC Rules of Procedure (RoP), Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement Program (CMEP), Inherent Risk Assessments (IRA), and Internal Controls Evaluation (ICE).
  • Audit Process Insights: Gain a detailed understanding of the audit process as outlined in the ERO Auditors Handbook.
  • RSAW Mastery: Learn effective strategies for Reliability Standard Audit Worksheet (RSAW) preparation, evidence submission, and presentation.
  • Hands-On Application: Dive into real-world scenarios to apply audit best practices.

Course Highlights

  • Flexible Online Delivery: Five hours of live, instructor-led training each day, paired with interactive Q&A sessions.
  • Comprehensive Resources: Access a robust repository of reference materials and recorded deep-dive videos (under development).
  • Expert Guidance: Receive direct email support from instructors during the course period.
  • Materials Provided: Includes an electronic copy of the curriculum and slides, with an optional full-color printed book (available by request at least two weeks prior to the start date).
  • In-Person Opportunity: Online registrants can attend an in-person class within 12 months and access the On-Demand course for added flexibility.

CPE Credit

Earn 16 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits upon completing the course. Certificates of completion will be provided as proof of attendance. Attendees should confirm course eligibility for their certifications.

Part of the CIP Certification Pathway

This course is integral to EnergySec’s CIP programs, including:

  • CIP Essentials
  • Certified CIP Technician (C2T)
  • Certified CIP Compliance Professional (C3P)

Equip your team with the tools to succeed in audits. Register today and ensure your organization is audit-ready!

 

Staff at EnergySec Member organizations may be eligible for a discount. Contact us at info@energysec.org for information. Members with access to the EnergySec Community may find discount information here.

EnergySec

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The Energy Sector Security Consortium, Inc. (EnergySec) is a United States 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation formed to support energy sector organizations with the security of their critical technology infrastructures. Through our membership program, we support collaborative initiatives and projects that help enhance the cybersecurity resiliency of these organizations.

Contact the Organizer

Learn more aboutSteve Parker Steve Parker
Steve Parker
CISA, CISSP, President of EnergySec
EnergySec
Steven Parker, CISA, CISSP, is a founding director of EnergySec. He has been engaged in critical infrastructure protection within the electric sector for more than 22 years, including eight years as a senior security staff member at a large west coast utility. He was also one of the original NERC CIP auditors for the WECC region. He has been with EnergySec full-time since 2010.

About Steve Parker

CISA, CISSP, President of EnergySec
EnergySec
Learn more aboutLeonard Chamberlin III Leonard Chamberlin III
Leonard Chamberlin III
CISSP, CISA, PSP
Archer
Leonard Chamberlin is a seasoned security consultant who has been in the industry since 1998. He has extensive experience in large-scale digital network engineering and cyber and physical security focused on Industrial Control Systems for the electric industry. He has performed hands-on implementation of effective cyber and physical security controls in a vertically-integrated utility, including field networks, substation automation, and NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) compliance. As a consultant for Entergy, Mr. Chamberlin was responsible for design, procurement, configuration, installation, monitoring, maintenance, documentation, change management, disaster recovery, and NERC CIP compliance of their IP-based substation communications and EMS network. Mr. Chamberlin previously completed five years of service as an Energy Industry Analyst for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). He served as technical lead auditor on CIP audits, network architecture reviews, investigations, and NERC notice of penalties teams. He was team-lead for FERC-involvement in the development of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) cybersecurity framework (CSF) as well as the Federal Smart Grid Task Force (SGTF).

About Leonard Chamberlin III

CISSP, CISA, PSP
Archer

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