Support implementation and monitoring of FAR/DFARS/CAS compliance controls, assist policy and control documentation, participate in internal reviews and audit readiness, prepare government filings, produce compliance reports and dashboards, monitor regulatory updates, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
The Government Compliance Analyst II supports the organization’s government compliance program by assisting in the implementation and monitoring of policies and controls aligned with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). This role operates as a generalist within the compliance function, partnering with cross-functional teams such as finance, contracts, supply chain, and legal to ensure adherence to applicable regulatory requirements. The analyst contributes to internal reviews, documentation efforts, training initiatives, reporting, and continuous improvement of compliance processes.
What you'll do:
- Support implementation and maintenance of compliance controls related to FAR, DFARS, and CAS requirements
- Assist in developing, updating, and documenting policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Participate in internal compliance reviews, risk assessments, and audit readiness activities
- Support preparation and submission of required government filings and disclosures
- Assist in development of recurring compliance reports, dashboards, and management reporting materials
- Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliant business practices
- Monitor regulatory updates and support impact assessments and implementation efforts
- Maintain compliance documentation and support responses to internal and external audits
Required qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field
- 2–4 years of experience in government contracting, compliance, accounting, or related field
- Foundational knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and CAS requirements
- Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Experience supporting audits (e.g., DCAA/DCMA) is a plus
- Experience leveraging AI tools to enhance analysis, reporting, or process efficiency is a plus
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Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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