IT Compliance Analyst

Non-Union Position
Change Mgmt & IT Compliance; Portland, Oregon (US-OR)

Hybrid schedule available for Oregon & Washington residents.
Regular FT, Exempt
Posting # 5494

About Us:

At NW Natural, we offer more than rewarding career opportunities and a vibrant, inclusive work culture. We invite you to join us in providing safe and reliable utility services and renewable energy to better the lives of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be the leader in service excellence, innovation and environmental stewardship for our customers, while building on our strengths as a trusted energy provider and environmental leader for our industry.

In addition to environmental stewardship, we’re also deeply committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NW Natural. Our DEI Council started 21 years ago, and today we continue to foster a culture where all employees can experience a sense of belonging, shared purpose and possibility.

NOTE:

Employees based at our Headquarters are required to work on-site a minimum of two days per week. Specific in‑office days may vary by team and business needs. This hybrid schedule supports collaboration, connection, and engagement while also offering flexibility for remote work.

The Role:

This position leads key IT compliance programs and ensures the company maintains an effective, well controlled technology environment aligned with regulatory and industry standards.

Day to Day:

Implement IT compliance strategies and evaluate efforts to ensure the effectiveness and NWN’s IT control environment. Identifies and solves complex problems that may involve multiple areas. Apply analysis, based on in-depth research and critical thinking to recommend solutions.
Manage several NWN compliance programs.
Monitor the effectiveness of NWN controls that are directly related to compliance requirements.
Monitor industry and regulatory trends to implement standard processes/methodologies.
Conduct scoping reviews for new or updated compliance standards to determine the impact on NWN’s control environment.
Contribute to the development of the annual execution plan to implement cyber security related short- and long-term goals.
Be a liaison between business, IT, and audit organizations to set priorities for internal and external IT audits and attestations.
Lead and coordinate resolution of high-profile IT compliance issues with internal partners.
Coordinate with internal team members and external contacts to identify requirements, communicate projects in flight, collect data and artifacts, and track progress.
Develop, maintain, and deliver guidance and training to control owners as focus areas evolve or new audit and compliance requirements emerge.
Deliver status updates to several levels of management throughout the organization on various IT compliance programs.
Act as a lead and mentor to others on the IT Compliance team, providing leadership and guidance, acting as a back up to the department manager when needed. May assist with the review and evaluation of personnel.

Come on your first day with:

8 years of professional work experience in Technology or related field
4 years of experience conducting Technology audits or assessments
Familiarity with industry standards, guidelines, and regulatory compliance requirements related to information security and cloud computing (e.g., SOX, SOC1, SOC2, PCI DSS, ISO 27001/2, Cloud Security Alliance, NIST 800-53, MLPS 2.0, GDPR)

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree with 8+ years of professional work experience in Technology or related field, or equivalent education and experience.
Four (4) + years of experience conducting Technology audits or assessments.
Any of the following certifications: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Payment Card Industry (PCI) Qualified Security Assessor (QSA), or Internal Security Assessor (ISA).
Experience securing cloud architecture and/or distributed networks.
Previous work experience in a Utility industry or professional services firm.

What we offer:

Health & Wellness –

Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
Free access to an online wellness resources platform

Work Life Balance -

Up to 23 Vacation Days
80 Hours of Sick Time
10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays
Flexible work arrangements
3 weeks paid parental leave
Green Team / Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council / Safety Team / Women’s Network and many other Employee Resource Groups
1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room

Financial -

Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary
Competitive 401K company contribution and match
15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
Wellness incentive program

Discounts -

20% off natural gas service
Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center
TriMet Pass for all HQ employees
Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless

Base salary range: $107,500.00 - $153,200.00 per year, depending on qualifications

Annual Target Incentive: Grade 22, 12.0% target
Targets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% – 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prorated payout.

Application Process: To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including cover letter and resume via our website.

https://www.nwnatural.com/about-us/the-company/careers

Deadline: 3/3/26

Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. NW Natural participates in E-Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I-9 information submitted to E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

E-Verify Information
NW Natural participates in E-Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I-9 information submitted to E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.

All applications must be submitted through NW Natural’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.

NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact us at employment@nwnatural.com or (971) 979-6341.

NW Natural does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural as a result of the referral or through other means.