Strategic Counsel: Government Contracts & Compliance

The Ed Wallach Search Group; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ed Wallach Search Group is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support a technology organization in the defense and security sector from its McLean, VA location. You will advise on government and commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and export controls, balancing business objectives with legal risk.

You will work cross-functionally with leadership, sales, operations, product development, and compliance to structure agreements, mitigate risk, and ensure adherence to FAR/DFARS and

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Experience in U.S. government contracting, preferably within defense/aerospace.
• Strong knowledge of FAR, DFARS, ITAR, and EAR requirements.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex government and commercial agreements.
• Background in regulatory compliance, export controls, contract risk management, and policy development.
• Experience advising cross-functional teams and business leaders on legal and commercial matters.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate complex legal requirements into clear, practical business recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate government and commercial contracts, including teaming agreements, subcontracts, statements of work, NDAs, licensing agreements, distribution and reseller agreements, and contract amendments.
• Review and advise on RFPs, RFIs, and other procurement-related documentation.
• Provide guidance on federal contracting requirements, including FAR and DFARS clauses.
• Support contract negotiations and structure agreements that balance business objectives with legal requirements.
• Advise on ITAR, EAR, and export control matters.
• Develop, implement, and maintain corporate compliance programs and policies.
• Monitor regulatory developments and their impact on business operations.
• Collaborate with leadership, sales, operations, product development, and compliance teams.

Skills

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Legal advisory

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Job description

The Ed Wallach Search Group is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support a technology organization in the defense and security sector from its McLean, VA location. You will advise on government and commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, and export controls, balancing business objectives with legal risk.

You will work cross-functionally with leadership, sales, operations, product development, and compliance to structure agreements, mitigate risk, and ensure adherence to FAR/DFARS and