Director of Government Compliance

AFC Industries

$100K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in U.S. regulatory compliance frameworks (ITAR, CUI, EAR).
  • Extensive background with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
  • Track record in creating and managing security compliance programs in regulated environments.
  • Familiarity with IT service management and project management tools (ServiceNow, Jira).
  • Ability to translate regulatory requirements into actionable security policies.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for compliance risk mitigation.
  • Excellent communication skills for engagement with all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and foster a culture of excellence and growth within the team.
  • Develop and enforce security policies to ensure compliance with U.S. regulations.
  • Oversee the enhancement of secure system environments to meet industry standards.
  • Conduct compliance audits and manage risk assessments and remediation programs.
  • Serve as a contact point for stakeholders on security compliance matters and provide expert guidance.
  • Stay updated on CMMC and other cybersecurity frameworks, integrating necessary changes into security posture.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security requirements are met in system development.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with matching contributions
  • Comprehensive dental insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts for health-related expenses
  • Health insurance options available
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Paid time off for vacations and personal days
  • Vision insurance options available
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
  • Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and fostering a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
  • Strategic Compliance Oversight: Develop, implement, and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure comprehensive compliance with U.S. regulations (ITAR, CUI, EAR) and cybersecurity frameworks (CMMC Level 2).
  • Program Management: Oversee the deployment, maintenance, and continuous enhancement of secure system environments, ensuring they meet or exceed industry security standards.
  • Audit & Risk Management: Lead compliance audits, conduct comprehensive risk assessments, and manage vulnerability remediation programs. Develop and track robust remediation plans to address identified gaps and ensure perpetual audit readiness.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a primary point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding security compliance matters, providing expert guidance and ensuring strategic alignment across various departments.
  • Continuous Improvement & Threat Intelligence: Ensure the team stays abreast of the latest developments in CMMC, and other relevant cybersecurity frameworks, proactively integrating necessary changes and enhancements into our security posture.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner effectively with cross-functional teams (e.g., IT, Sales, Quality) to integrate security and compliance requirements into all stages of system development and operation.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum 10+ years' experience in U.S. regulatory compliance frameworks, including ITAR, CUI, and EAR.
  • Extensive experience with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework, including leading audit preparation and remediation efforts.
  • Proven track record of developing, implementing, and managing security compliance programs in complex, highly regulated environments.
  • Familiarity with IT service management platforms (e.g., ServiceNow) and project management tools (e.g., Jira) for tracking compliance initiatives.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into action able security policies and procedures.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and mitigating compliance risks.
  • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, capable of engaging effectively with all levels of the organization, including executive leadership and external auditors.
  • Experience working in a global organization and navigating diverse compliance landscapes is a significant plus.

This position will be subject to U.S. export control requirements under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Employment is contingent on either verifying the U.S. Person status or obtaining any necessary export license.

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

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