EIT (Electronic Instrumentation & Technology) is looking for a Compliance Specialist to join our team in our Leesburg, VA location! EIT is a Contract Manufacturer specializing in Electronic Manufacturing Services and serves customers in the sectors of Industry, Communications, Aerospace, Defense and Healthcare.Job Description: The position of Compliance Specialist assists and supports the organization in complying with government regulations and/or regulatory agencies; including the ongoing preparation, testing and monitoring of conformance to meet government requirements.
Performs evaluation of internal operations, controls, communications, risk assessments and maintenance of documentation as related to regulatory compliance and recommends appropriate changes
Manages comprehensive internal export controls to ensure compliance with U.S. (ITAR and EAR) and foreign regulations in the conduct of international marketing, sales, supply chain, and other business activities
Works to ensure compliance with export laws that enhance foreign policy and protect national security
Conducts and facilitates internal and external audits to identify, evaluate, disclose, and appropriately remedy risks and deficiencies
Coordinates the preparation of internal and external audits and inspections
May serve as point of contact for interactions with regulatory agencies for defined matters
Update and maintain internal and externally facing security documentation
Maintain and track required security training for ITAR/CUI
Maintain and update security and compliance reporting
Facilitate vendor security assessments as needed
Manage security and compliance related projects
Work with IT and HR departments to investigate and respond to any legal or regulatory violations
Conduct regular reviews of contracts and agreements to ensure compliance
Develop and maintain a system for managing and responding to legal requests for access to sensitive data
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 3 years of compliance experience within the manufacturing industry
Advanced knowledge of and experience with ITAR, CUI, CMMC, FARs and DFARs
Contract review experience ensuring company policies and procedures are inline with requirements
Effective communicator, educator and motivator of people and teams
Ability to understand and explain complex regulations in clear and concise language
Strategic business partner with strong business acumen who is adept at managing and reducing potential risk and exposure while furthering strategic objectives
Proactive, self-starting, driven, pragmatic, astute, solution-oriented professional who has a strong leadership presence
High degree of professional ethics and integrity
Travel to company sites, 3-4 times per year, to audit processes and train personnel
Working Conditions:
Normal office environment
9/80 work schedule, with every other Friday off
10% east coast travel
Benefits:
Excellent Health Benefits, including dental and vision: zero waiting period
