Sr. Manager, Compliance

Oceaneering•Hanover, MD

11d

About The Position

The Sr. Manager, Compliance will oversee the Six Government Business Systems Accounting System Compliance, Estimating System Compliance, Purchasing System Compliance, EVMS Compliance, MMAS Compliance, and Property Management System Compliance. This role involves developing and maintaining internal controls, leading audits, conducting risk assessments, governing policies and procedures, delivering training, and implementing continuous monitoring. The position requires a deep understanding of government contracting regulations, particularly DFARS, and experience with audit support and business system governance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or related field.
5–10+ years of experience in government contracting, DFARS compliance, DCAA/DCMA audit support, or business system governance.
Deep knowledge of the Six Government Business Systems and DFARS 252.242‑7005.
Experience leading system audits, corrective action plans, and internal control programs.
Strong analytical, documentation, and cross‑functional communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related field.
Experience with EVMS surveillance, MMAS audits, or CPSR preparation.
Familiarity with ERP systems (Costpoint, SAP, Oracle) supporting government compliance.
Experience working with DCAA, DCMA, or major defense contractors.

Responsibilities

Oversight of the Six Government Business Systems Accounting System Compliance — Ensure the accounting system meets DFARS adequacy criteria, supports cost segregation, and provides reliable cost data for government contracting.
Estimating System Compliance — Oversee estimating policies, cost/price proposal controls, and compliance with Truthful Cost or Pricing Data requirements.
Purchasing System Compliance — Monitor subcontract management, source selection, price analysis, and supplier oversight to meet DFARS purchasing system standards.
EVMS Compliance — Support EVMS surveillance, control account integrity, performance measurement baselines, and reporting accuracy.
MMAS Compliance — Ensure material planning, inventory accuracy, and cost allocation processes meet DFARS MMAS criteria.
Property Management System Compliance — Oversee government property tracking, reporting, and loss investigation processes.
Internal Control Development — Design and maintain internal controls aligned to DFARS adequacy criteria for each system.
Audit Management — Lead DCAA/DCMA audits, coordinate evidence, and manage corrective action plans.
Risk Assessments — Conduct system‑level risk analyses and implement mitigation strategies.
Policy & Procedure Governance — Maintain compliant, up‑to‑date policies for all six systems.
Training & Awareness — Deliver training to system owners, buyers, estimators, program managers, and property custodians.
Continuous Monitoring — Implement ongoing surveillance, control testing, and compliance dashboards.