Mass-manufacturing productized satellite platforms to accelerate deployment of critical, next-generation constellations. Backed by a16z and CRV.
About the role
We are hiring a Director, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) to own that posture end to end and build the function that keeps Apex audit-ready across every framework our business depends on. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- 8+ years in governance, risk, and compliance, information security, or a closely related field, including direct experience owning a GRC or security compliance program
- Experience leading and managing people — you have built, managed, or mentored security/compliance staff and are ready to own an ISSO and ISSM as direct reports
- Deep, hands-on knowledge of NIST SP 800-171 and the NIST frameworks (800-53, RMF/CSF), with practical experience in CMMC and/or FedRAMP authorization work
- Demonstrated ownership of commercial security certifications — SOC 2 and/or ISO 27001 — from scoping through audit and certification
- Working familiarity with export control (ITAR/EAR) and data privacy (GDPR, CCPA) obligations, and how they translate into technical and administrative controls
- Proven ability to manage audits and assessments end to end and to build the evidence and documentation that withstands external scrutiny
More about this role
Spacecraft represent the most pressing unmet need across the entire aerospace industry. As more launch vehicles come online and the cost to orbit decreases, more companies launching payloads to space continue to emerge.
For the first time in history, this influx of payload companies combined with reduced launch costs has resulted in a massive increase in need for commercial spacecraft platforms, known as satellite buses. These buses hold the payloads of our customers and are flown on launch vehicles.
Apex manufactures these satellite buses at scale using a combination of software, vertical integration, and hardware that is designed for manufacturing. Our spacecraft enable the future of society: ranging from earth observation to communications and more.
We’d love for you to join us on our mission of providing humankind access to the galaxy beyond our planet.
We are hiring a Director, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) to own that posture end to end and build the function that keeps Apex audit-ready across every framework our business depends on.
This is a player-coach leadership role. You will personally own our GRC program — control frameworks, risk management, audits,...
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