Compliance Analyst II-305903 with Security Clearance

Description The United States Department of State, Bureau of Political-Military Affairs, Office of the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (PM-DDTC) is responsible for the regulation of defense trade through the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and its implementing regulations, the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). DDTC regulates temporary and permanent exports and the temporary import of defense articles, defense services, and technical data involving items on the United States Munitions List (USML). DDTC regulates the brokering of defense articles, defense services, and technical data. DDTC maintains the registration of manufacturers, exporters and brokers and issues export authorizations. DDTC administers the commodity jurisdiction process, a formal USG decision process to determine which specific items are controlled by the USML or by the Department of Commerce's Export Administration Regulations. DDTC ensures compliance with the ITAR and AECA through its support of criminal enforcement actions undertaken by the Department of Justice, civil enforcement actions initiated in-house, disclosure program through which companies are encouraged to report violations they have discovered, and pre- and post-license checks to confirm that goods are being shipped as authorized by the export license. Responsibilities Facilitates the registration of exporters, manufacturers, and brokers under Parts 122 and 129 of the ITAR under close supervision. In accordance with established office policies and procedures, reviews information submitted by registrants to meet the requirements of Section 122.2 concerning criminal violations or indictments under relevant statutes (Section 120.27), as well as foreign ownership and control, and notices of changes submitted as required under Section 122.4 concerning foreign ownership and control. Facilitates attendant review of mergers and acquisitions involving registrants. Resolves routine matters with regard to company registration and requests for change in registration and refers unique matters to supervisor and senior staff for resolution. Reviews and takes action on license requests that are the subject of a "Watch List" hold for enforcement reasons; the Watch List has entities that are suspected, alleged, indicted or convicted of civil and criminal violations of the AECA and ITAR and certain "enumerated statutes." Takes initial action on all incoming voluntary disclosures from the defense industry on civil violations of the AECA and ITAR, reviewing and writing summaries for the supervisor. Reviews various cases involving violations of the AECA or ITAR and, after consultation with supervisor, plans an approach, conducts fact‑finding, performs record searches and documents conclusions. Reviews and takes action on voluntary disclosures assigned by the supervisor, initially working minor violations. Performs record searches, reviews and analyzes license approvals, producing comprehensive reports of findings that support criminal investigations by DHS ICE, FBI, and U.S. Attorneys. Participates in the Company Visit Program through periodic, domestic travel around the U.S. to pre‑selected defense companies. Maintains a list of parties debarred and ineligible to participate in the export of defense articles and services under the ITAR. Monitors compliance cases involving statutory debarment of individuals or companies convicted of violating the AECA, reviewing case files, indictments and court orders. Engages with the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. (CFIUS) process. Reviews requests from the regulated public for advisory opinions regarding application of the ITAR, and prepares responses for review, approval and signature by supervisor. Reviews compliance issues arising from registration, mergers and acquisitions, CFIUS, and other contexts, and takes appropriate action as directed by supervisor. Performs special projects or tasks as assigned by supervisor or senior specialist. Performs all other duties as assigned, including escorting and administrative tasks. Reviews license requests referred from DTCL to ensure appropriate compliance with registration requirements, initiating inquiry and obtaining appropriate documentation from U.S. parties or other DDTC elements. Updates and maintains State Department's Watch List database of entities of concern. Helps monitor team efforts to expand and refine abilities, respond to shifts in workload, and maintain high quality work products. Coordinates and liaises with interagency non‑proliferation and export control community on arms trafficking/proliferation matters involving the AECA and ITAR, as well as international export control outreach. Coordinates with the Office of Defense Trade Controls Licensing on compliance and enforcement matters, including license suspensions, revocations, denials, and eligibility to participate in defense trade. Helps coordinate plans and operations within DDTC to identify and prevent violations of U.S. export laws and regulations, and support remedial action. Works with other DTCC staff to conduct proactive outreach to the U.S. and foreign defense community, promotes compliance with U.S. export laws and regulations, speaks at government and industry conferences, participates in Company Visit program activities, and responds to inquiries concerning compliance matters. Requirements Bachelor's Degree or combination of post‑high school education and three years of experience with regulatory compliance or civil or criminal enforcement. Good judgment and ability to work with supervision. Good interpersonal skills and ability to resolve disputes in a timely and professional manner. Good written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills; the candidate should be prepared to provide writing samples. Good organizational skills including the ability to assist on multiple projects consistent with established timeframes. Ability to synthesize information and develop recommendations for management based on an analysis of the information. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs and ability to operate all office equipment, including telephones, copy machines, fax machines, scanners, printers, and computers. May be required to travel within domestic and/or international. Requires at the minimum, a security clearance of Secret with the ability to obtain a Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI at the request of the COR. Benefits Covers 100% of employee benefit premiums, including Medical (PPO or HDHP Option), Vision, Dental Matching 401K Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability Pet Insurance Professional Development/Education Reimbursement Parking and Transit Benefits for NY, NJ, ATL, and DC Metro areas #J-18808-Ljbffr DNI (Delaware Nation Industries)