Director, Global Trade Management

Leidos•Reston, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Global Trade Management, will play a critical role in overseeing and optimizing Leidos’ global trade program. This position involves developing and implementing strategies to ensure compliance with global trade regulations, enhancing operational efficiency, supporting business growth, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate has a strong background in global trade, including export, import, customs, and sanctions regulations. As a core pillar of Leidos’ Global Trade organization, this role provides strategic and pragmatic advice for Leidos’ international business operations. Reporting to the Vice President & Senior Assistant General Counsel, the Director will lead a team of Global Trade professionals to drive compliant business operations. The successful candidate will have a proactive, professional, and pragmatic approach to global trade compliance, deep subject-matter experience, the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the business, and a team mentality. This is a hybrid position, with onsite required at times and with the ability to work-from-home at time. Certain activities may require working from Arlington, VA, or Washington, DC.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 12+ years of prior relevant experience or Advanced Degree with 10+ years prior relevant experience
Extensive knowledge of global trade regulations, specifically export/import controls and sanctions requirements
Working knowledge of U.S. Customs requirements
Demonstrated leadership experience and experience managing high-performing teams
Ability to design and execute complex trade compliance and licensing strategies and resolve issues
Proven ability to develop and implement effective compliance strategies, policies, and procedures
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify risks and implement practical solutions
Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on, with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset
Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and perform effectively under time-sensitive and competing priorities
Self-motivated and results-oriented, with the ability to prioritize and make independent decisions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and all levels of the organization.
Prior designation as or clear eligibility to serve as an Empowered Official under the ITAR
Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

8+ years of senior management experience
Experience in U.S. federal government contracting, aerospace/defense, or high-technology sectors involving controlled technologies or classified programs
Experience in coordinating with geographically dispersed and cross-functional teams
Experience with tool development and tool integration
Current TS security clearance

Responsibilities

Lead a team of Global Trade professionals responsible for compliance with the ITAR, EAR, sanctions, and CBP regulations, fostering a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement
Oversee the preparation, submission, and management of ITAR and EAR authorizations, as well as the oversee the management of shipment activities
Advise management and key stakeholders on global trade matters, aligning compliance requirements with business objectives
Enhance and drive continuous improvement in the global trade compliance framework, including policies, procedures, and controls, to ensure that business practices, transactions, and international activities comply with applicable laws and Leidos policies
Leverage data and analysis to continuously improve the global trade compliance framework — policies, processes, tools, and controls — to ensure compliance with applicable laws and Leidos policies
Support and/or conduct assessments and reviews related to trade compliance and vulnerabilities, developing mitigation strategies, as needed
Prepare and present clear, concise reports and updates to senior leadership on trade compliance issues, performance metrics, key risks, and strategic initiatives
Strategically and pragmatically lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of global trade compliance strategies and policies
Develop and deliver targeted training and communications to promote awareness of global trade requirements and adherence to compliance standards
Serve as an escalation point for International Business Review Board (IBRB) routings and other international business approvals involving global trade considerations
Assist with Technology Release and Foreign Disclosure in coordination with the VP, Global Trade, and business stakeholders
Coordinate on investigations and reviews of possible escapes and potential disclosures
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and, where appropriate, relevant government agencies and external partners to support effective compliance and business execution
Ability to travel between Reston, VA, Arlington, VA, and Washington, DC
Other duties as assigned