Compliance Manager with Security Clearance

Compliance Manager Reports to: Director, Contracts & Business Operations Location: Hybrid (DC Metro) Clearance Requirement: Secret clearance or higher Status: Full-time, Exempt Position Overview The Compliance Manager owns all pre-award contracts and compliance activities, ensuring proposals and business pursuits are compliant with FAR/DFAR, CPSR standards, and solicitation instructions. This role also manages the company’s contracts compliance infrastructure — policies, clause matrices, templates, and audit readiness. The Compliance Manager is the front-line partner to BD/Proposal Managers during capture and proposal phases, ensuring compliant and competitive submissions. Responsibilities Proposal & Pre-Award Support • Lead proposal compliance review against solicitation requirements (Sections L & M) • Draft and manage teaming agreements, NDAs, and subcontractor RFP packages • Prepare and manage reps & certs, OCI mitigation plans, and other compliance volumes • Coordinate with FP&A for cost volume compliance checks (e.g., indirect rates, certifications) Compliance & Audit Readiness • Lead CPSR and DCAA audit readiness, ensuring documentation, policies, and systems meet standards • Establish and maintain clause matrices, compliance templates, and SOPs • Ensure subcontractor compliance documentation is complete during proposal and award phases Process & Systems • Implement and maintain contracts compliance systems (Unanet CMS, workflows/approvals, documentation, digital file structures) • Lead process improvement initiatives and knowledge management to improve contract turnaround time and compliance posture • Provide compliance training and mentorship to contracts staff Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Legal Studies, Finance, or related field (preferred) • 7 years progressive experience in federal contracts administration/management • Strong FAR/DFAR, CPSR, and compliance expertise • Experience leading proposal compliance support • Familiarity with ERP tools (Unanet, Deltek) and contract lifecycle systems • NCMA certifications (CPCM, CFCM) preferred • Active security clearance Success Traits • Integrator: Connects contracts, finance, and business development into a cohesive growth engine • Compliance-Minded: Ensures flawless execution of federal requirements while supporting business goals • Strategic Partner: Provides leadership with actionable compliance insights • Builder: Establishes scalable systems and processes Culture and Benefits: We recognize that a company is nothing without well-cared for employees; we go to great lengths to ensure that our employees are happy, supported, and constantly presented with opportunities for both personal and professional growth. We offer the following benefits: Industry leading 100% company-funded medical, dental, and vision insurance family plans, Reimbursement for gym memberships, lunches with coworkers, and personal career training. Flexible hours and opportunities to work from home. 248 hours annually paid time off and company paid 401K!

Location: Sterling, Virginia, US

Posted Date: 10/23/2025