IT Compliance Administrator - Top Secret
About The Position
Xcelerate Solutions is seeking an IT Compliance Administrator to be responsible for supporting, implementing, and maintaining the organization’s IT compliance and governance programs. This role ensures that information systems, policies, and procedures align with applicable regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal controls. The position works closely with IT, Security, Risk, Audit, and business stakeholders to support audits, assess compliance posture, and drive continuous improvement of the organization’s compliance framework. Come join our award-winning organization and work with some of the most talented and brightest minds in the GovCon industry.
Requirements
- Working knowledge of IT governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) principles.
- Knowledge of and experience supporting compliance efforts aligned with the following standards and frameworks: ISO 9000 (Quality Management Systems) ISO/IEC 20000 (IT Service Management) ISO/IEC 27001 (Information Security Management Systems) NIST SP 800-171 Revision 2 (Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information) NIST SP 800-171 Revision 3 NIST SP 800-53 (Security and Privacy Controls for Information Systems and Organizations)
- Understanding of control frameworks, security controls, and compliance documentation requirements.
- Experience with audit preparation, evidence collection, and remediation tracking.
- Strong documentation, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into practical IT and security controls.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field. Experience and certifications may be substituted for degree.
- 5-7 Years of relevant experience
- Prior experience in an IT compliance, information security, or audit support role.
- Familiarity with GRC tools and compliance management platforms.
- Certifications such as CISA, ISO Lead Implementer/Auditor, CMMC Certified Auditor, or similar (preferred but not required).
- Experience supporting government, defense, or regulated industry compliance programs.
Responsibilities
- Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of IT compliance policies, standards, procedures, and controls.
- Assist with compliance activities related to information security, service management, and quality management frameworks.
- Coordinate and support internal and external audits, including preparation of documentation, evidence collection, and remediation tracking.
- Perform periodic compliance assessments, gap analyses, and risk assessments against applicable frameworks and standards.
- Maintain compliance documentation, including system security plans (SSPs), policies, procedures, and control mappings.
- Track and monitor corrective action plans (CAPs), plans of action and milestones (POA&Ms), and risk remediation efforts.
- Collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure controls are implemented, operating effectively, and aligned with regulatory and contractual requirements.
- Monitor changes to regulatory and standards-based requirements and assess impact to the organization.
- Support vendor and third-party risk assessments related to IT and information security compliance.
- Assist in developing compliance metrics, dashboards, and reporting for leadership.
- Provide guidance and awareness to staff regarding compliance requirements and best practices.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
