IonQ
Quantum Computing
Governance,Risk,andComplianceEngineer
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“Governance, Risk, and Compliance Engineer at IonQ. Skills: CMMC implementation, NIST SP 800-171, DFARS clauses, Cybersecurity compliance. Own end-to-end CMMC implementation. Drive audit readiness”
What You'll Achieve.
Own and drive IonQ’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) posture; Achieve 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity; Accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense
Industry & Context.
Translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, operational controls
Up to 10% travel, Requires access to technology subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions, Employment contingent on verifying U.S. Person status or obtaining necessary license/exception
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
2–4 years of professional experience in cybersecurity, compliance, or IT security, Direct exposure to NIST SP 800-171 or CMMC compliance programs, Experience developing or contributing to SSPs, POA&Ms, and assessment artifacts, Participating in CUI environment scoping, Working knowledge of DFARS cybersecurity clauses (7012, 7019, 7020), Knowledge of CMMC 2.0 framework, Technical background in systems administration, cloud security, or security engineering, Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent practical experience
Nice to Have
Familiarity with ITAR and EAR, Hands-on experience with GRC platforms (e.g., Hyperproof, Drata, Anecdotes AI), Hands-on experience with security tooling such as CSPM or vulnerability scanners, Prior experience in a defense contractor, national laboratory, government, or high-security research environment, CMMC certifications (CCP or CCA), CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC
What You'll Do.
Own end-to-end CMMC implementation
Drive audit readiness
Develop SSP and POA&M
Interpret DFARS clause requirements
Conduct internal audits
Support C3PAO assessments
Assess CUI environments
Implement technical controls
Serve as CMMC subject matter resource
Advise on DFARS flow-down requirements
Review FAR/DFARS clauses
Coordinate ITAR and EAR obligations
Contribute to compliance dashboards
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Part of a cross-functional team; Guiding internal teams through audit readiness; Engage with IT and engineering teams on control implementation; Collaborate with legal and contracts teams; Facilitating readiness workshops
Process & Methodology
POA&M development, Remediation tracking
Full Job Description
About IonQ: IonQ, Inc. [NYSE: IONQ] is the world’s leading quantum platform and merchant supplier - delivering integrated quantum solutions across computing, networking, sensing, and security. IonQ’s newest generation of quantum computers, the IonQ Tempo, is the latest in a line of cutting-edge systems that have been helping customers and partners including Amazon Web Services, and AstraZeneca achieve 20x performance results and accelerate innovation in drug discovery, materials science, financial modeling, logistics, cybersecurity, and defense. In 2025, the company achieved 99.99% two-qubit gate fidelity, setting a world record in quantum computing performance. Headquartered in College Park, Maryland, IonQ has operations in California, Colorado, Massachusetts, Tennessee, Washington, Italy, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Our quantum computing services are available through all major cloud providers, while we also meet the needs of networking and sensing customers across land, sea, air, and space. IonQ is making quantum platforms more accessible and impactful than ever before. Location: This position can work onsite or hybrid from one of our offices or fully remote in the US. Travel: Up to 10% Job ID: 1615 The Role: We are looking for a Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Engineer to join our Security team. As a GRC Engineer, you’ll be part of a cross-functional team whose mission is to lead IonQ on its journey to build the world’s best quantum computers to solve the world’s most complex problems. Quantum computing and national security are inseparable. IonQ operates at the intersection of cutting-edge research and the defense industrial base, making rigorous cybersecurity compliance a core business imperative. In this role, you will own and drive IonQ’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) posture, from implementing technical controls and maintaining System Security Plans to guiding internal teams through audit read
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