Director, Legal - Government Compliance Counsel (Remote)

Overview

Date Posted: 2026-07-10

Location: Remote (United States - Maryland)

Position Type: Remote

U.S. Citizenship Requirement: U.S. citizenship is required due to authorization to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance: Not required

This role is for an experienced attorney specializing in federal government accounting requirements within a legal and compliance team. The position involves providing strategic advice on Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 30 CAS administration, FAR Part 31 Contract Cost Principles and Procedures, Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA), and inter-entity compliance in a complex government contracting environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of relevant experience and a strong record of practical, business-aligned counsel.

Responsibilities

• Advise on CAS applicability, disclosure statements, cost impacts, cost allowability, cost accounting practices, and compliance with DCAA/DCMA oversight.
• Counsel internal stakeholders on FAR and DFARS requirements related to cost principles, pricing, and accounting treatment.
• Support development, update, and implementation of internal policies and controls to mitigate accounting and pricing compliance risks.
• Lead or support internal reviews, compliance assessments, audits, and responses to government inquiries.
• Collaborate with Finance, Accounting, Compliance, and Contracts teams to ensure consistent application of federal cost accounting rules across business units and entities.
• Provide legal guidance on all aspects of TINA, including cost or pricing data requirements, defective pricing risks, and negotiation strategy.
• Monitor regulatory developments and interpret changes affecting government accounting practices and compliance obligations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements, pricing narratives, and representations related to cost and accounting issues.
• Provide training and guidance to cross-functional teams on CAS, TINA, and related cost/pricing requirements.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar.
• Minimum 10 years of experience advising on federal government contract compliance requirements, specifically CAS and TINA.
• Strong understanding of FAR, DFARS, DCAA/DCMA processes, cost principles, indirect rate structures, and EVMS-related cost considerations.
• Demonstrated experience supporting internal compliance programs and advising on inter-entity or shared services cost allocation issues.
• Typically requires a university degree and minimum 14 years prior relevant experience or an advanced degree in a related field and minimum 12 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent analytical, communication, and collaborative skills.
• Ability to provide practical, business-oriented solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior in-house counsel or federal contracting industry experience.
• Experience working with major defense or civilian agencies.
• Familiarity with large, multi-entity corporate structures and indirect cost allocations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $186,200 - $353,800 USD (good faith estimate representative of all experience levels).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
• Generous 401(k) plan including employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution with a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, and ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Fertility and family planning support.
• Adoption assistance and autism benefit.
• Employee Assistance Plan with up to 10 free counseling sessions.
• Wellness rewards program.
• Virtual doctor visits.
• Child and elder care services.
• Second opinion medical program.
• Eligible for relocation assistance.

Additional benefits and incentive compensation programs may apply depending on business unit and position level. Benefits and pay structure may vary for candidates residing in U.S. territories.

Location

This is a U.S.-based remote role with primary work performed offsite. Occasional travel to site locations may be required.

Note: Candidates may be required to attend select interview steps in person at office locations regardless of remote status.