Natalie Vega

About Natalie Vega

Strategic business continuity and emergency management leader with 8+ years of experience…

Experience

1. Emergency Management & Business Continuity Coordinator

   ERCOT

   Oct 2023 — Present

   Develop, implement, and maintain ERCOT’s Emergency Management and Business Continuity Plans to ensure resilience against power grid disruptions and emergencies.• Coordinate preparedness, response, and recovery efforts for critical incidents, including natural disasters, cyber threats, and infrastructure failures.• Conduct risk assessments and business impact analyses to identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies.• Lead crisis communication efforts, coordinating with internal stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and emergency response teams.• Develop and execute emergency response exercises and training programs to test business continuity capabilities.• Ensure compliance with NERC (North American Electric Reliability Corporation) and FERC (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission) regulations related to emergency preparedness.• Collaborate with state and federal agencies, utilities, and key stakeholders to enhance grid reliability and emergency preparedness.• Monitor and analyze incidents affecting the electric grid, providing situational awareness and operational support.• Manage and improve ERCOT’s incident management framework, ensuring efficient activation and escalation protocols.• Contribute to post-incident reporting, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives for emergency preparedness and business continuity.

Education

• Texas A&M University

  Master’s Degree, Public Health

  2014 — 2016

• Florida International University

  Bachelor of Arts (BA), Anthropology / Biology

  2009 — 2013