Yolanda Jones Email & Phone Number

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Rosemead, California, United States

I am the Cybersecurity Awareness Advisor for the phishing corrective action program across the organization in partnership with Cybersecurity leaders, HR, Legal, Ethics & Compliance, Labor Relations, and other key stakeholders at SCE. I also provide support to the Cybersecurity Awareness team on phishing simulation design and delivery, as well as on role-specific strategy development for phishing simulations and related training. The Cybersecurity Awareness Program aims to educate and empower employees and contractors to protect themselves and the organization from cyber threats.I am also the NERC CIP Security Awareness (SAW) Program Lead who manages the daily operations of the Program and ensures its alignment with the NERC CIP SAW standards. I work closely with the IT NERC CIP Programs Manager and the Cybersecurity Awareness Team to maintain compliance and improve the SAW procedures and processes. I also supervise compliance evidence, change board/process, and recurring compliance activities, and work with various stakeholders to resolve noncompliance issues.Additionally, I am the Cybersecurity & IT Compliance Safety Congress Lead who works closely with Health & Safety and my organization to identify and reduce workplace hazards and risks and foster a culture of safety and wellness among the enterprise.

Pomona, California, United States

As a Senior Supervisor in Wildfire Project Management (WPM), I performed daily tasks and oversaw activities for the WPM grid resiliency commodities and project team. I supervised the Construction Specialists staff, who were responsible for providing analytical support for various projects in SCE territory. I analyzed project data, prepared reports, supported coordinated efforts with contractors, and ensured compliance with safety and environmental standards. I covered for Project Managers while out of office on their covered conductor targets in high fire areas to meet deadlines. I communicated effectively during region updates with leadership on project progress and performance. I provided coaching and mentoring to staff to help them grow personally and professionally.I also ensured both physical security and safety, along with cyber safety for the organization, through safety observations and topics during meetings. I became a Cybersecurity Ambassador to stay informed of emerging threats and cybersecurity trends and participated in cybersecurity events. I regularly reviewed cybersecurity and security policies and practices and shared information promptly to support initiatives and protect my organization from potential cyber threats.

Pomona, California, United States

I supported the Get-Well Team initiative within SCE’s Vegetation Management Organization to collaborate and work towards achieving project objectives while monitoring deliverables for Wildfire Mitigation required by CPUC. Obtaining direction from Vegetation Management leadership, I worked within cross-functional teams comprised of internal and external partners to resolve issues, maintain schedules and achieve goals.As part of my role, I assisted with contract management by providing Purchase Order data needed for issuance. I conducted daily internal and external meetings to obtain real-time data and updates for reporting.

Pomona, California, United States

I was responsible for initiating the closeout process of the project. I led a cross-functional team to evaluate the project materials and verify that the work was done according to the project scope. I also checked the accounting and engineering data and reported any issues or gaps to the Senior Project Manager and the management team. Furthermore, I analyzed the company resource needs, budgets, and project timelines for the habitat restoration activities that were required by the CPUC for three years of regulatory compliance and reporting. I got the approval from the project sponsor that the project was completed and confirmed the transition of the project to operations. Finally, I documented the lessons learned from the project and presented them to the management for review.

Brea, California, United States

As a Senior Project Analyst, I led key project support activities to obtain permit licenses for projects ranging from $20M to $400M within the Major Projects Organization. I supported scope of work preparation for Request for Proposals for contractor awards, data management, and tracked and responded to Request for Information inquiries. My role included responsibility for quarterly risk assessment evaluations with the project team and stakeholders, communicating progress on open risks, status, and documented mitigation efforts. I managed access to documents and database sites for internal/external team members to promote collaborative efforts. I coordinated logistics and attended site visits, company-hosted public events, and project team meetings to support various aspects of project phases. Lastly, I interfaced with internal and external subject matter experts and representatives in construction management, environmental, regulatory, public affairs liaisons, legal support, engineering, real properties, and supply chain to validate project compliance and adhere to regulations enforced by external agencies.

Rosemead, California, United States

Traveled throughout the service territory to assess and monitor distribution substation planning, new/non-new circuits, 4kV cutovers, infrastructure replacement, and other capital projects that ranged in cost from $5K to over $1M. I reviewed the scope of work with SCE planners and agreements in place with 3rd party vendors for ancillary equipment installations on distribution poles. I documented and reported delays and/or reached milestones to senior management during the department’s monthly reporting.As part of pre-construction activities, I monitored the construction of two substations which involved required regulatory and environmental mitigation monitoring through SCE personnel, public noticing, and outreach activities. I coordinated with Public Affairs on resources for multiple outreach events, reviewed website information for accuracy and reported discrepancies, and assisted with reception services by greeting the public and answering queries as needed.I also assisted with the preparation and final formatting of multiple Advice Letters filed by SCE with the CPUC for substation construction or utility upgrades pursuant to GO 131-D. Additionally, I participated in multiple internal project audits to analyze, identify, and gather data for quality assurance and applicable file storage/retrieval processes. Audit tasks included obtaining and securing final costs of projects, project schedules, plans, risk registers, change management files, and classifying confidential materials and other submissions for appropriate storage and future monitoring requirements.

Rosemead, California, United States

Primarily, I supported Managing Attorneys within the Land Use, Environmental, and Licensing group to prepare legal documents and regulatory filings with the CPUC and local courts. Additionally, I monitored calendars, arranged meetings, and coordinated travel, hotel and car reservations for staff. I also utilized online legal software for document management and case load monitoring.,

Los Angeles, Ca

Worked closely with law personnel to prepare legal documents, including briefs, civil pleadings, and probate. Managed client's ledger accounts. Supervised client invoice processing, expense reports, and payment transactions.

Pasadena, Ca

Coordinated office activities, supervised staff and administrative operations. Oversaw and prepared personnel payroll and handled accounts payables and receivables. Handled document management and prepared legal documents (e.g., letters, pleadings, agreements, and contracts).

Los Angeles, Ca

Managed accounts for commercial plating company by maintaining reliable working relationships with customers by communicating in a professional manner, knowledge of products/services and directed personnel on emerging issues or expedited availability on products.

Bachelor Of Science, Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management

Organization Leadership

Management And Supervision, Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services

Management, Supervision and Marketing

Certification, Project Management

Project Management Certification

Legal Studies, General

Legal Studies

High School Diploma