Export Regulation & Sanctions Compliance Officer

Introduction

IBM's Export Regulation Office is responsible for obtaining all US export authorizations necessary to deliver IBM hardware, software, technology and services worldwide (180+ countries) to both internal and external clients. We are looking for an individual with a regulatory background to join a team of compliance professionals responsible for establishing and enforcing corporate policy for compliance with US and non-US export regulations, trade regulations advocacy, and a management system for reviewing transactions involving potential reputational risks.

Your role and responsibilities

The candidate will participate in activities such as engaging with internal IBM business teams to achieve compliant solutions, conducting corporate business development due diligence, leading internal export compliance reviews, and delivering against corporate education objectives.

As a member of the Export Regulation Office, this position will serve as a resource for IBM's global export compliance network and all employees on complying with export regulations. This involves interfacing with all areas of IBM's extensive global operations, including, but not limited to, Research, Development, Manufacturing, Services, HR, Finance, Legal, and Sales & Delivery.

The successful candidate for this position will be able to employ effective problem-solving skills with the ability to conduct comprehensive analyses, lead projects, provide training, conduct reviews, and interpret regulations. A background in export regulations and economic sanctions, including the Departments of Commerce, State, and Treasury, is strongly preferred.

Required technical and professional expertise

• Experience in classifying hardware, software, and technology products under the U.S. Commerce Department's Export Administration Regulations (EAR), specifically products under Commerce Control List (CCL) categories 3-5, as well as experience with cloud computing technologies.

• Experience managing compliance with the U.S. State Department’s International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC).

• Experience in analyzing regulatory or compliance changes and assessing their business and technical impacts. Demonstrated ability to collaborate with technical teams to interpret requirements and support implementation.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• A strong IT (e.g., cloud computing, AI, or programming) or technology manufacturing (e.g., Quantum computing, semiconductor manufacturing, or other microelectronics) background will be considered in lieu of regulatory experience.

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.