Export Control Manager

Role Overview

• Define, document, and maintain secure business processes supporting export-controlled and federally funded programs subject to EAR, ITAR, FAR, and DFARS requirements.
• Serve as the cross-functional lead for export-controlled and government contract programs, ensuring alignment across Technology, Legal, Sales, Operations, Quality, and Finance.
• Embed NIST 800-171 security controls, CMMC practices, and FAR/DFARS cybersecurity requirements (including DFARS 252.204-7012 and related clauses) into operational workflows and policies.
• Lead initiatives to develop, maintain, and mature CMMC-aligned systems and processes, including readiness for third-party assessments.
• Conduct internal audits, gap assessments, and risk analyses related to export controls, cybersecurity compliance, and federal contract obligations.
• Develop and maintain documentation required for government contracts, including SSPs, POA&Ms, policies, and process controls.
• Build dashboards and KPIs to monitor compliance health, audit readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and deliver training programs for internal stakeholders and external partners on export-controlled workflows, CMMC requirements, and FAR/DFARS compliance obligations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile methodologies to enhance both compliance and operational efficiency.
• Lead structured change management efforts to ensure smooth adoption of new security controls, systems, and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to and maintain compliance within the company’s Quality Management System (QMS).

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in process engineering, project management, or compliance leadership within regulated industries.
• Direct experience supporting U.S. government contracts subject to FAR and DFARS requirements.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining compliance with NIST SP 800-171 controls.
• Hands-on experience developing, managing, or preparing organizations for CMMC certification (Level 1–3 preferred).
• Experience interpreting and operationalizing DFARS cybersecurity clauses (e.g., 252.204-7012, 7019, 7020, 7021).
• Experience managing export-controlled technical data under EAR and ITAR, including process controls for restricted data environments.
• Experience designing secure workflows in high-information-security environments supporting defense or federal customers.
• 3+ years leading cross-functional continuous improvement or process optimization initiatives.
• Experience within manufacturing, supply chain, aerospace, defense, or regulated services environments required.
• Strong working knowledge of compliance documentation frameworks, including SSPs, POA&Ms, and audit artifacts.
• Must qualify as a U.S. Person in compliance with U.S. ITAR regulations.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking capabilities with a security-first mindset.
• Ability to simplify complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable processes.
• Skilled in workshop facilitation, training delivery, and structured change management.
• Digitally fluent; comfortable working within ERP, CRM, and PLM systems (e.g., NetSuite, Salesforce, Arena).
• Self-starter who thrives in ambiguous, fast-paced, and evolving regulatory environments.

Tech Stack

• Cyber Security
• ERP

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K plan
• Monthly Virtual Work stipend for things like food, internet, travel, pet care, health and wellness
• Annual Education stipend
• Parental leave programs
• Paid volunteer days
• Onboarding setup, including: standing desk, laptop, monitor, and chair, and a stipend for additional items such as headphones, blue light glasses, or any other ergonomic supplies you may want or need
• And much, much more!