Sr. Manager, Compliance

Oceaneering; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 138,300 - 207,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oceaneering seeks a senior compliance leader to align six government systems with DFARS adequacy and cost data for government contracting.

The role includes overseeing auditing, internal controls, and risk mitigation, while guiding policy governance and training across system owners and program managers.

Qualifications

• 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 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.

Responsibilities

• Accounting System Compliance — ensure the accounting system meets DFARS adequacy criteria and provides reliable cost data.
• Estimating System Compliance — oversee cost/price proposal controls and Truthful Cost or Pricing Data compliance.
• Purchasing System Compliance — monitor subcontract management, price analysis, and supplier oversight.
• EVMS Compliance — support surveillance, control account integrity, baselines, and reporting accuracy.
• MMAS Compliance — ensure material planning, inventory accuracy, and cost allocation.
• Property Management System Compliance — oversee government property tracking and reporting.
• Compliance Program Leadership — develop internal controls, lead audits, and training.

Skills

Regulatory interpretation

Internal controls

Audit readiness

Cross-functional leadership

Process optimization

Data integrity management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or related field

Tools

Costpoint

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• 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.

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.

Compliance Program Leadership

• 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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Core Competencies

• Regulatory Interpretation
• Internal Controls
• Audit Readiness
• Cross‑Functional Leadership
• Process Optimization
• Data Integrity Management

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Compensation $138,300.00 - $207,500.00

About Us

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other non‑merit factor.

About The Team

Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments – from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost‑effective systems that meet our customers’ challenges – from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets. Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.