Director of Governance and Compliance

Job overview

The Director of Governance and Compliance role is hybrid, based in the Washington, D.C. area, with some remote work possible and potential travel requirements. Compensation is not specified. The role supports AITS Corporation, a veteran-led contractor focused on cybersecurity and secure cross-domain solutions for government and defense customers. The director leads government contract compliance, internal governance, legal triage, and regulatory advocacy. The role contributes to disciplined company growth by advising program and leadership teams, maintaining compliance systems, coordinating outside counsel, and supporting audits and workforce policies.

What you'll do

• Advise on FAR/DFARS and agency requirements
• monitor legislative and regulatory changes
• guide program teams on contract obligations and risk
• implement a compliance framework and governance calendar
• draft and review policies
• handle routine legal matters
• coordinate outside counsel
• partner with HR on employment matters
• review subcontractor agreements
• maintain ethics reporting mechanisms
• support internal and external audits.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

director of governance and compliance

government contract compliance

far/dfars

regulatory advocacy

corporate governance

cybersecurity

washington dc area

aits defence

hybrid

potential travel

juris doctor required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a Juris Doctor and active bar membership in good standing, plus 8 or more years in legal, government-contract compliance, or regulatory roles.

About the employer

AITS Defence is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.