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Description

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 withapplicable 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.

Key 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.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based or hybrid/remote, depending on organizational needs.
• Will require participation in audits, assessments, or compliance reviews with internal and external stakeholders.

About Xcelerate Solutions:
Founded in 2009 and headquartered in McLean, VA, Xcelerate Solutions (www.xceleratesolutions.com) is one of America's fastest-growing companies. Xcelerate's culture is defined by our diversified workforce of dynamic and versatile professionals, supported with growth and development opportunities that contribute to individual and company growth. This strong commitment to our employees has been recognized by our inclusion on the Washington Business Journal's "50 Best Places to Work" list as well as being a "Great Place to Work" certified company with a 4.6 star, and a 99% CEO approval Glassdoor rating. Come find out why Xcelerate Solutions is one of the DC Metro top employers!

Xcelerate Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, equal pay, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or expression of another protected characteristic. As part of this commitment to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals, Xcelerate provides reasonable accommodations if needed because of an applicant's or an employee's disability.

Pay Transparency Notice: Xcelerate Solutions will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.