Overview
Compliance Specialist Jobs in Washington, DC at ALAC
Title: Compliance Specialist
Company: ALAC
Location: Washington, DC
A growing defense technology company is hiring a Compliance Specialist to keep the business compliant across federal contracting, export control, and import regulations as it scales.
You'll be the person who keeps the company audit-ready and on the right side of a complex regulatory environment.
If you know defense compliance cold and want ownership of a real program instead of a narrow slice, this is your seat.
What you'll do
- Support compliance with export control regulations, including ITAR and EAR
- Manage federal import and licensing requirements for regulated defense articles
- Maintain federal licenses and registrations, keeping all classifications current
- Monitor and ensure compliance with FAR, DFARS, and federal contracting regulations
- Support cybersecurity compliance frameworks including NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC
- Develop and maintain internal compliance policies, procedures, and documentation
- Conduct internal compliance reviews and risk assessments
- Support external audits from agencies such as DCAA and DCMA, and track corrective actions
- Deliver employee training on ethics, export controls, and government contracting compliance
- Assist investigations into potential compliance or ethics concerns
What you'll need
- 3+ years in compliance and government contracting, in aerospace or defense
- Bachelor's in Business, Law, Compliance, Finance, or related field
- SME-level knowledge of ITAR/EAR export controls
- Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS and federal contracting requirements
- Strong audit-preparation, documentation, and regulatory-interpretation skills
Nice to have
- Federal import/licensing compliance experience
- CCEP, CIA, or CISSP certification
- NIST 800-171 / CMMC experience
Work requirements
- Ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. security clearance may be required
- Valid U.S. passport for occasional domestic or international travel
Our hiring process
We respect your time and run a fast, transparent process. Three rounds:
- Recruiter screen
- Virtual interview with the internal team
- On-site
You'll hear back within 24 to 48 hours after every round.
No long silences, no guessing where you stand.
Compensation and benefits
Base salary $80,000–$100,000, plus a full benefits package: medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), life insurance, and paid time off.
Why this role
Own a real compliance program at a company building products that matter, with the autonomy to shape how it runs.
If you want scope, trust, and a team that respects your time, apply today or reach out for a confidential conversation.
