Senior Security Audit & Compliance Leader (Hybrid)

MIT Lincoln Laboratory; Lexington (MA); Hybrid; USD 138,600 - 183,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans

MIT-funded pension

Matching 401K

Paid leave including vacation and sick leave

Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs

Job summary

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is seeking a Senior Manager of Audit and Compliance in Lexington, MA. This role oversees security compliance and audit readiness across sensitive environments, reporting directly to the Chief Security Officer. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security management and a strong background in regulatory compliance.

The position offers a flexible working environment and is critical to maintaining security standards that support the Laboratory's mission of advancing national security. A competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in security, compliance, or audit.
• 7+ years of leadership experience managing professional staff.
• Active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for compartmented programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Laboratory’s security audit and compliance programs.
• Supervise a team of security auditors and compliance specialists.
• Develop and implement audit methodologies and compliance processes.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Cybersecurity knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools

CMMC frameworks

Job description

MIT Lincoln Laboratory is seeking a Senior Manager of Audit and Compliance in Lexington, MA. This role oversees security compliance and audit readiness across sensitive environments, reporting directly to the Chief Security Officer. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in security management and a strong background in regulatory compliance.

The position offers a flexible working environment and is critical to maintaining security standards that support the Laboratory's mission of advancing national security. A competitive salary range and comprehensive benefits are provided.