New 
Compliance Director
 Quadrant, Inc. | |
 United States, Virginia, Sterling | |
 Jul 27, 2026 | |
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Compliance Director Sterling, VA Pay From: $105,000 per year MUST: Experienced Compliance Director Minimum 10 years of progressive compliance or regulatory experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a defense or aerospace environment Demonstrated expertise in ITAR/EAR export controls, NISPOM/industrial security, and CMMC/NIST 800-171 cybersecurity frameworks Active DoD security clearance (Secret minimum); TS/SCI eligibility preferred. Proven experience managing ethics programs, hotline operations, and internal compliance investigations Working knowledge of HIPAA, ERISA, ACA, and employee benefits compliance requirements Strong understanding of FAR/DFARS, government contracting requirements, and False Claims Act exposure Exceptional written and oral communication skills with the ability to present complex regulatory topics to executive leadership and non-technical audiences. Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Political Science, Engineering, or a related field; J.D. or advanced degree strongly preferred DUTIES: Export Controls - ITAR / EAR Compliance Oversight Facility Security Officer (FSO) / Industrial Security Information Security (InfoSec) / Cybersecurity Compliance Ethics & Business Conduct Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) Compliance HIPAA & Benefits Compliance General Compliance Program Leadership Provide strategic oversight & export compliance obligations under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR), whether administered through a qualified internal Empowered Official (EO) or a contracted external compliance resource. Serve as or directly supervise the Facility Security Officer (FSO), ensuring compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) / 32 C.F.R. Part 117 Lead compliance with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), NIST SP 800-171, and DFARS 252.204-7012 for the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Manage the ethics hotline and reporting system; investigate potential violations and coordinate with HR, Legal, and management on corrective actions and disciplinary outcomes Directly supervise the Safety Manager; provide leadership, performance oversight, and development guidance while ensuring EHS program activities align with company compliance objectives and regulatory requirements. Oversee ERISA compliance for welfare benefit plans and coordinate with benefits counsel and third-party administrators on regulatory filings (Form 5500, SPDs, SARs) Build and manage a high-performing compliance function; provide direct supervision of the Safety Manager and IT Administrator, and establish clear roles, responsibilities, and development plans for all direct reports and external compliance partners Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. "Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act". | |