IonQ
Quantum Computing
SeniorGovernance,Risk,andComplianceEngineer
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“Senior Governance, Risk, and Compliance Engineer at IonQ. Skills: CMMC, NIST 800-171, GRC, Risk management. Architect CMMC implementation. Own CMMC audit readiness”
Industry & Context.
Conduct comprehensive gap assessment; Map CUI data flows; Develop prioritized roadmap
Up to 10% travel, Must be a U.S. Person for export control and government contracts work, Verification of U.S. Person status required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5–8 years of professional experience in cybersecurity compliance, GRC, or security engineering, demonstrated hands-on ownership of NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC compliance programs, Proven track record developing SSPs, POA&Ms, and C3PAO assessment artifacts, independently scoping CUI environments across realistic system boundaries, Deep working knowledge of DFARS cybersecurity clauses (7012, 7019, 7020), CMMC 2.0 framework structure across all three levels, technical background in systems administration, cloud security, or security engineering, network architecture, IAM, key management, logging, endpoint management, Experience leading cross-functional compliance initiatives, translating technical requirements for non-technical stakeholders, Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or equivalent practical experience
Nice to Have
Familiarity with ITAR and EAR, export control obligations intersect with CUI handling, Hands-on experience with GRC platforms, Hyperproof, Drata, Anecdotes AI, security tooling, CSPM, vulnerability scanners, Prior experience in a defense contractor, national laboratory, government, or high-security research environment, CMMC certifications (CCP, CCA, or LCPA), CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC
What You'll Do.
Architect CMMC implementation
Own CMMC audit readiness
Drive technical control implementation
Serve as CMMC subject matter expert
Develop compliance roadmaps
Provide guidance on DFARS requirements
Partner with legal teams
Review FAR/DFARS clauses
Develop risk management program
Maintain risk register
Provide executive reporting
Build compliance dashboards
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Engaging directly with engineering teams; Partner with legal and contracts teams; Lead coordination with regulatory teams; Serve as go-to internal expert across engineering, legal, and operations; Translating technical requirements for non-technical stakeholders
Communication Scope
Translating technical requirements for non-technical stakeholders
Process & Methodology
Lead programs, Develop prioritized roadmap
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: 1614 The Role: We are looking for a Senior Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Engineer to join our Security team. As a Senior 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 across the organization, from architecting compliant environments and leading C3PAO assessments to develop
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