TCO Legal Responsibilities (70%):
- Demonstrate expertise in US export and import laws, including ITAR and EAR.
- Act as the liaison with the U.S. Department of State, Commerce, Treasury, and Customs.
- Oversee the company's Trade Compliance program:
- Guidance and Interpretation: Provide legal guidance and interpretation of US trade requirements, statutes, and regulations.
- Agreement Review: Review Department of State agreements, including Technical Assistance Agreements, Manufacturing License Agreements, and Distribution Agreements.
- Classification Oversight: Oversee export classifications, country of origin determinations, and HTS classifications for components, goods, equipment, and services.
- License Review: Review export and import licenses and permits from the Departments of State and Commerce.
- Lead the continuous improvement and implementation of the trade compliance framework.
- Monitor regulatory developments and collaborate with other departments to ensure compliance with new laws and regulations.
- Provide trade compliance training.
- Perform internal compliance reviews and lead corrective actions.
- Conduct compliance assessments of license and agreement files.
- Manage 3+ individuals within the trade compliance team.
FSO Responsibilities (30%):
Oversee FOCI Mitigation Program to ensure the day-to-day implementation and coordination of the Company's Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) mitigation program to maintain Facility Clearance, including:
- Maintain and revise FOCI mitigation documents to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Conduct required security checks.
- Submit and manage FOCI mitigation agreements, revisions, approval requests, and related documents.
- Maintain security bulletin boards.
- Oversee clearance submissions and maintenance.
- Coordinate with the SSO on physical security matters.
- Act as the primary liaison with DCSA and IS Representatives.
- Provide legal advice during GSC and BOD meetings.
- Serve on the Company's Insider Threat Committee.
- Continuously improve policies, processes, and procedures for FOCI mitigation and compliance with security requirements.
- Deliver comprehensive training on the FOCI mitigation program.
- Conduct internal risk assessments, develop corrective action plans, and lead the closure of findings.
- Stay updated on US security rules and regulations, and lead efforts to implement tactical and strategic solutions.
- Manage and lead the Facility Security Officer team.
Requirements:
- Juris Doctor (JD)
- Admission to atleast 1 state bar
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Successful completion of the FSO Program or FSO certification preferred
- Active Secret or Top Secret clearance preferred
- Management experience preferred
- Government contractor experience a plus
