Geotab ® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help businesses grow and succeed, and increase the safety and sustainability of our communities.

Geotab is advancing security, connecting commercial vehicles to the internet and providing web-based analytics to help customers better manage their fleets. Geotab’s open platform and Geotab Marketplace ®, offering hundreds of third-party solution options, allows both small and large businesses to automate operations by integrating vehicle data with their other data assets. Processing billions of data points a day, Geotab leverages data analytics and machine learning to improve productivity, optimize fleets through the reduction of fuel consumption, enhance driver safety and achieve strong compliance to regulatory changes.

Our team is growing and we’re looking for people who follow their passion, think differently and want to make an impact. Ours is a fast paced, ever changing environment. Geotabbers accept that challenge and are willing to take on new tasks and activities - ones that may not always be described in the initial job description. Join us for a fulfilling career with opportunities to innovate, great benefits, and our fun and inclusive work culture. Reach your full potential with Geotab. To see what it’s like to be a Geotabber, check out our blog and follow us @InsideGeotab on Instagram. Join our talent network to learn more about job opportunities and company news.

Who you are:

We are always looking for amazing talent who can contribute to our growth and deliver results! Geotab is seeking a Vice President, National Security Solutions (NSS) who will provide leadership to transform complex government security requirements into innovative products and features. If you love technology, and are keen to join an industry leader — we would love to hear from you!

What you'll do:

Thriving at the intersection of geopolitical change, IoT technology, security, and revenue generation, the VP, NSS ensures Geotab success in the critical, emerging market for innovative solutions to complex IoT security, compliance, and regulatory requirements. While promoting Geotab’s broader strategic objectives, the VP, NSS will provide leadership support to National Security Solutions objectives.

The VP, NSS provides direct leadership of Global Trade Enablement, Government, Legislative, and Regulatory Affairs, NSS AI Excellence functions, and provides local leadership to personnel and resources based in our US offices as required.

How you'll make an impact

Provide leadership support to help position Geotab USA to offer unassailable National Security Solutions (NSS) products and features in response to emerging regulations.
Coordinate with cross divisional colleagues to advance NSS business development pipeline. Critically review organizational structure and promote changes, as necessary, to prepare for eventual mitigation of Foreign Ownership Control and Influence (FOCI) and achievement of a Facility Security Clearance (FCL), as well as other requirements, in order to *keep existing PS subscriptions and expand the “qualified market” for Geotab solutions in a strategic and planned manner.
Collaborate with PS business development to align strategically and “go after” the right business vs responding opportunistically and operating in an ad hoc manner.
Provide direct leadership to the Global Trade Enablement function. Maintain and operate the United States Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) Sanctions Control Program in comportment with OFAC guidance. Maintain Geotab Device Sample Audit control and ensure timely reporting and adjudication of implicated devices.
Provide direct leadership to the Government, Legislative, and Regulatory Affairs function.
Support US Legislative Agenda. Collaborate with colleagues at EM, and other external stakeholders, to calibrate and coordinate our role in their “win plan” while remaining sensitive to other ecosystem players (especially OEM). Improve synergy with strategic communications colleagues. Assist in the design of strategic communications to preserve and enhance Geotab’s reputation with external stakeholders and US congressional decision makers.
Develop and deploy internal regulatory expertise. Track the developments and announcements from U.S. regulatory authorities, such as the FCC and other government agencies, as well as legislative updates regarding cybersecurity and telecom regulations. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including Legal professionals who specialize in telecommunications law and international trade, to develop and maintain specific insights, based on the current regulatory climate, in support of NSS products and features.
Identify regulatory basis, and determine appropriate scope, for all NSS activities. Without limitation, track developments and announcements relating to each of the following: Department of Justice basis for Enterprise Risk Assessment; Department of Treasury Sanctions Control Program; European Union Global Data Protection Regulations, and all additional regulatory rubrics as directed from time to time.
Provide direct leadership to NSS AI Excellence function. Collaborate with leaders and other internal stakeholders to ensure artificial intelligence excellence permeates each NSS function; ensure AI excellence is leveraged in each of audit, core compliance, privacy, GTE, Legislative Affairs and otherwise as directed. Ensure NSS team maintains professionally-actionable-AI-competence in collaboration with training colleagues.
Provide local, on-site leadership support to personnel and resources in our Atlanta office.

What you'll bring to the role

10+ years demonstrated and relevant senior level experience leading teams.
Experience in leading programs and/or sizable projects.
A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and relationship management skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including comfort with delivering presentations and training.
Strong interpersonal relationship building skills.
Strategic mindset, has a keen sense of priorities, along with an ability to pivot as the landscape changes.
A strong team-player with the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated professional familiarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, cybersecurity, IoT security, and global technology supply chain is an asset.
Knowledge of US Federal Government and US state contracting and relevant frameworks, such as the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) is an asset.
Knowledge of US Trade and Sanctions laws and regulations preferred.
Knowledge of Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS) is an asset.
Ability to qualify for a US National Security Clearance.
Knowledge of Foreign Ownership Control or Influence (FOCI) issues and mitigation is an asset.

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this role! Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply.

Please note: Geotab does not accept agency resumes and is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Geotab employees.

Why job seekers choose Geotab

Flex working arrangements
Home office reimbursement program
Baby bonus & parental leave top up program
Online learning and networking opportunities
Electric vehicle purchase incentive program
Competitive medical and dental benefits
Retirement savings program

*The above are offered to full-time permanent employees only

How we work

At Geotab, we have adopted a flexible hybrid working model in that we have systems, functions, programs and policies in place to support both in-person and virtual work. However, you are welcomed and encouraged to come into our beautiful, safe, clean offices as often as you like. When working from home, you are required to have a reliable internet connection with at least 50mb DL/10mb UL. Virtual work is supported with cloud-based applications, collaboration tools and asynchronous working. The health and safety of employees are a top priority. We encourage work-life balance and keep the Geotab culture going strong with online social events, chat rooms and gatherings. Join us and help reshape the future of technology!

Geotab verifies candidates' eligibility to work in the United States through E-Verify, an internet-based system operated by U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services.

Other employment statements:

Geotab will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Additionally, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the Company's legal duty to furnish information.

We are committed to accommodating people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and when people are hired. We will ensure the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities are taken into account as part of performance management, career development, training and redeployment processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information about our diversity and inclusion as well as accommodation policies and practices, please contact us at careers@geotab.com. Geotab provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Geotab complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Geotab expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Geotab's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. If you would like more information about our EEO program or wish to file a complaint, please contact our EEO officer, Alex Cocq at HRCompliance@geotab.com. For more details, view a copy of the EEOC's Know Your Rights poster. By submitting a job application to Geotab Inc. or its affiliates and subsidiaries (collectively, “Geotab”), you acknowledge Geotab’s collection, use and disclosure of your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Click here to learn more about what happens with your personal data.

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