Compliance Manager

at  Saliense Consulting LLC

WHO IS SALIENSE?

Saliense is a growing Management and Technology Consulting Solutions provider based out of Mclean, VA. We work to solve our client’s toughest challenges within the Defense, Civilian, Financial, and Healthcare industries. Our diverse employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. For more information, visit www.saliense.com.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in compliance management, preferably within a federal government contracting environment. Experience with ISO certifications (ISO 9001, ISO 20000, ISO 27001) and CMMI is essential. Previous experience with SBA, GSA, and agency-level compliance requirements is highly desired.
• Demonstrated working knowledge and understanding of organizational certification requirements and management system administration.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of federal government contracting regulations, including FAR, DFARS, and SBA regulations. Proficiency in interpreting and implementing compliance standards and requirements. Strong knowledge of quality management systems and processes.
• Excellent organization and time management along with ability to see both the big picture and the finer details at the same time is a must.
• Excellent ability to outline each project, assign tasks, foresee obstacles and find creative solutions, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate compliance requirements and updates to internal stakeholders and external regulatory bodies.
• Proven ability to lead compliance initiatives and projects independently. Experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving compliance efforts across the organization with an emphasis on regular, recurring collaboration between various departments.
• Ability to adapt to changing regulatory environments and evolving business needs. Proactive in staying updated with the latest compliance trends and best practices.
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• Develop, implement, maintain comprehensive compliance programs to ensure adherence to ISO, CMMI, CMMC, and other relevant certifications. Monitor and report on compliance activities across the organization.
• Lead the process for maintaining and renewing ISO 9001, ISO 20000, ISO 27001, CMMI, and CMMC certifications. Coordinate internal audits and external assessments as required.
• Stay abreast of federal government contracting regulations, SBA requirements, and GSA compliance standards. Interpret and communicate regulatory changes to internal leadership team and recommend changes as appropriate.
• Prepare and submit recurring compliance reports to the appropriate government agencies (SBA, GSA, etc.) and other regulatory bodies as necessary. Maintain accurate documentation repository of compliance activities for auditing and traceability purposes.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify compliance risks and develop strategies for mitigation. Implement controls and processes to address identified risks effectively.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees to ensure understanding and adherence to compliance policies and procedures. Promote a culture of compliance within the organization.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including legal, finance, operations, and IT, to ensure alignment of compliance efforts with business objectives. Provide guidance and support on compliance-related matters.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, regulators, and certification bodies. Facilitate audits, assessments, and inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of compliance processes and controls. Identify opportunities for streamlining workflows and reducing compliance-related risks.