Job Description
Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the 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.
Job Description:
We are seeking a detail-oriented GRC Analyst to support our security and compliance initiatives across the organization. This role will drive the execution of key certifications such as CMMC, ISO 27001, and other industry-related standards, ensuring readiness through audit prep, documentation, and cross-functional coordination. The analyst will develop and maintain customer-facing collateral, including standardized RFI/RFP responses and security whitepapers. They will also monitor internal controls, track remediation efforts, and help align teams with regulatory and contractual requirements. Ideal candidates have a strong understanding of compliance frameworks, excellent communication skills, and experience managing audits in fast-paced environments.
Required qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in GRC, compliance, or information security roles, with a focus on both commercial and government customer requirements.
- Proven track record of leading audit readiness and certification efforts for frameworks such as CMMC, ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, or similar.
- Strong understanding of regulatory and contractual obligations in both federal and enterprise environments.
- Exceptional communication and documentation skills, with experience developing customer-facing compliance materials.
- Ability to work independently, influence cross-functional teams, and prioritize in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience leading security and compliance programs in defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated environments.
- Deep familiarity with CMMC and ISO 27001 frameworks, along with related government or industry requirements.
- Proven ability to independently interface with customers, address security inquiries, and represent the company’s posture with confidence.
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or Certified CMMC Professional (CCP).
- Strong influence skills—able to drive cross-functional results, overcome resistance, and align stakeholders toward compliance goals.
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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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Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
Requirements
Required qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in GRC, compliance, or information security roles, with a focus on both commercial and government customer requirements.
- Proven track record of leading audit readiness and certification efforts for frameworks such as CMMC, ISO 27001, NIST 800-53, or similar.
- Strong understanding of regulatory and contractual obligations in both federal and enterprise environments.
- Exceptional communication and documentation skills, with experience developing customer-facing compliance materials.
- Ability to work independently, influence cross-functional teams, and prioritize in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience leading security and compliance programs in defense, aerospace, or other highly regulated environments.
- Deep familiarity with CMMC and ISO 27001 frameworks, along with related government or industry requirements.
- Proven ability to independently interface with customers, address security inquiries, and represent the company’s posture with confidence.
- Industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or Certified CMMC Professional (CCP).
- Strong influence skills—able to drive cross-functional results, overcome resistance, and align stakeholders toward compliance goals.
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