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Introduction

IBM's Export Regulation Office is responsible for obtaining all US export authorizations necessary to deliver IBM hardware, software, technology and services worldwide (180+ countries) to both internal and external clients. We are looking for an individual to join a team of compliance professionals responsible for establishing and enforcing corporate policy for compliance with US and non-US export regulations, trade regulations advocacy, and a management system for reviewing transactions involving potential reputational risks.

Your role and responsibilities

The candidate will participate in activities such as engaging with internal IBM business teams to achieve compliant solutions, conducting corporate business development due diligence, leading internal export compliance reviews, and delivering against corporate education objectives.

 As a member of the Export Regulation Office, this position will serve as a resource for IBM's global export compliance network and all employees on complying with export regulations. This involves interfacing with all areas of IBM's extensive global operations, including, but not limited to, Research, Development, Manufacturing, Services, HR, Finance, Legal, and Sales & Delivery.

Required education
None
Preferred education
Bachelor's Degree
Required technical and professional expertise

The successful candidate for this position will be able to employ effective problem-solving skills with the ability to conduct comprehensive analyses, lead projects, provide training, conduct reviews, and interpret regulations.

 The successful candidate for this position must be able to demonstrate experience in classifying hardware, software, and technology products under the U.S. Commerce Department's Export Administration Regulations (EAR), specifically products under Commerce Control List (CCL) categories 3-5, as well as experience with cloud computing technologies.  Additionally, the successful candidate will have some experience managing compliance with the U.S. State Department’s International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Such experience includes, but is not limited to:

  • Obtaining licenses or other authorizations from the U.S. Government; 
  • Managing compliance with license conditions, provisos, etc., and associated reporting; 
  • Conducting complex transactional analysis; and/or, the management of complex export-controlled projects or programs.
Preferred technical and professional experience
  • Experience in classifying hardware, software, and technology products under the U.S. Commerce Department's Export Administration Regulations (EAR), specifically products under Commerce Control List (CCL) categories 3-5, as well as experience with cloud computing technologies.  
  •  Experience managing compliance with the U.S. State Department’s International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Treasury Department's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC)

ABOUT BUSINESS UNIT

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YOUR LIFE @ IBM

In a world where technology never stands still, we understand that, dedication to our clients success, innovation that matters, and trust and personal responsibility in all our relationships, lives in what we do as IBMers as we strive to be the catalyst that makes the world work better.

Being an IBMer means you’ll be able to learn and develop yourself and your career, you’ll be encouraged to be courageous and experiment everyday, all whilst having continuous trust and support in an environment where everyone can thrive whatever their personal or professional background.

 

Our IBMers are growth minded, always staying curious, open to feedback and learning new information and skills to constantly transform themselves and our company. They are trusted to provide on-going feedback to help other IBMers grow, as well as collaborate with colleagues keeping in mind a team focused approach to include different perspectives to drive exceptional outcomes for our customers. The courage our IBMers have to make critical decisions everyday is essential to IBM becoming the catalyst for progress, always embracing challenges with resources they have to hand, a can-do attitude and always striving for an outcome focused approach within everything that they do.

 

Are you ready to be an IBMer?

ABOUT IBM

IBM’s greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that through the application of intelligence, reason and science, we can improve business, society and the human condition, bringing the power of an open hybrid cloud and AI strategy to life for our clients and partners around the world.

 

Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are not only one of the largest corporate organizations in the world, we’re also one of the biggest technology and consulting employers, with many of the Fortune 50 companies relying on the IBM Cloud to run their business. 

 

At IBM, we pride ourselves on being an early adopter of artificial intelligence, quantum computing and blockchain. Now it’s time for you to join us on our journey to being a responsible technology innovator and a force for good in the world.

IBM is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.


OTHER RELEVANT JOB DETAILS

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:

  • Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
  • Financial programs such as 401(k), the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
  • Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
  • Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
  • Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences


We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.


This position was posted on the date cited in the key job details section and is anticipated to remain posted for 21 days from this date or less if not needed to fill the role.

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.