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INTRODUCTION
Meta is seeking an Infrastructure Compliance Lead to drive security compliance and risk governance across our data center infrastructure. In this role, you will own the strategy and execution of compliance programs, ensuring regulatory readiness across our global network and data center infrastructure, including subsea cable systems, terrestrial backbone, edge sites, and owned and leased data centers.
Infrastructure Compliance Lead Responsibilities:
- Own network and telecom compliance for subsea cable systems, terrestrial backbone, and network operator obligations — ensuring Meta's network infrastructure meets international telecom regulations and licensing requirements across all operating jurisdictions
- Drive external certification programs including SOC2, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and subsea licensing. Coordinate evidence collection, manage auditor engagements, and minimize operational disruption to engineering teams
- Manage government and regulatory response end-to-end — including inquiries, regulatory exams, and site inspections at Cable Landing Stations, Network Operations Centers, and data center facilities. Serve as subject matter expert for US and international regulatory bodies
- Own independent 2LoD oversight across data centers — building risk identification frameworks, control monitoring systems, and compliance-by-design processes while providing credible challenge to first-line control owners through testing, gap assessments, and posture reporting to leadership
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to translate complex technical infrastructure into defensible compliance narratives for regulators, auditors, and non-technical stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience managing audits, certifications (ISO 27001, SOC2, PCI-DSS), or government regulatory engagements
- Experience coordinating compliance initiatives across global, distributed engineering teams, including aligning stakeholders, tracking deliverables, and driving programs to completion
- Knowledge of network infrastructure: subsea cable systems, terrestrial fiber, Edge architecture, and general networking
- 7+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or audit with demonstrated program ownership in infrastructure or telecom environments
Preferred Qualifications:
- Direct experience with telecom or subsea regulatory frameworks (e.g., FCC, submarine cable licensing, international telecom regulations)
- Experience building second line of defense or independent oversight functions
- Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
- Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
- Familiarity with hyperscaler data center operations and infrastructure at scale
- Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
ABOUT META
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
COMPENSATION
- $162,000/year to $227,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
INTRODUCTION
Meta is seeking an Infrastructure Compliance Lead to drive security compliance and risk governance across our data center infrastructure. In this role, you will own the strategy and execution of compliance programs, ensuring regulatory readiness across our global network and data center infrastructure, including subsea cable systems, terrestrial backbone, edge sites, and owned and leased data centers.
Infrastructure Compliance Lead Responsibilities:
- Own network and telecom compliance for subsea cable systems, terrestrial backbone, and network operator obligations — ensuring Meta's network infrastructure meets international telecom regulations and licensing requirements across all operating jurisdictions
- Drive external certification programs including SOC2, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, and subsea licensing. Coordinate evidence collection, manage auditor engagements, and minimize operational disruption to engineering teams
- Manage government and regulatory response end-to-end — including inquiries, regulatory exams, and site inspections at Cable Landing Stations, Network Operations Centers, and data center facilities. Serve as subject matter expert for US and international regulatory bodies
- Own independent 2LoD oversight across data centers — building risk identification frameworks, control monitoring systems, and compliance-by-design processes while providing credible challenge to first-line control owners through testing, gap assessments, and posture reporting to leadership
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ability to translate complex technical infrastructure into defensible compliance narratives for regulators, auditors, and non-technical stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience managing audits, certifications (ISO 27001, SOC2, PCI-DSS), or government regulatory engagements
- Experience coordinating compliance initiatives across global, distributed engineering teams, including aligning stakeholders, tracking deliverables, and driving programs to completion
- Knowledge of network infrastructure: subsea cable systems, terrestrial fiber, Edge architecture, and general networking
- 7+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or audit with demonstrated program ownership in infrastructure or telecom environments
Preferred Qualifications:
- Direct experience with telecom or subsea regulatory frameworks (e.g., FCC, submarine cable licensing, international telecom regulations)
- Experience building second line of defense or independent oversight functions
- Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
- Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
- Familiarity with hyperscaler data center operations and infrastructure at scale
- Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
ABOUT META
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
COMPENSATION
- $162,000/year to $227,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
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Find Compliance Lead JobsCompliance Lead Job Market
A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Citi34
- Meta33
- Robinhood24
- Humana21
- Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences15
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software230
- Banking & Financial Services163
- Consulting & Professional Services113
- Investment & Asset Management96
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals93
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in compliance lead jobs.
- Five or more years of experience in a compliance, regulatory, or risk management function
- Working knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks such as BSA, AML, HIPAA, GDPR, or SOX
- Experience conducting internal audits, investigations, or compliance assessments
- CAMS, CCEP, CFE, or equivalent compliance or risk certification preferred or required
- Ability to develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and training programs
- Strong written communication skills for drafting reports, policies, and regulatory correspondence
Tips for Your Compliance Lead Job Search
Tailor your resume to the regulation
Compliance lead roles vary sharply by regulatory framework. A resume written for a BSA or AML role should foreground your SAR filing experience and CAMS credentials, while a healthcare compliance resume needs HIPAA audit history front and center. One generic document loses to a targeted one.
Quantify your program scope clearly
Hiring managers want to know how large a compliance function you ran. Name the number of policies you owned, the size of the team you led or coordinated, and the business lines you covered. Vague language like 'supported compliance initiatives' undersells hands-on program ownership.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists compliance lead openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by your license or certification
Many compliance lead postings list a CAMS, CCEP, or CFE as a preferred or required credential. Search for your certification by name to surface roles where you already meet the bar, rather than competing in a broader pool where unlicensed candidates are also applying.
Prepare a real case study for the interview
Compliance lead interviews almost always include a scenario question about a gap you found, a policy you rewrote, or an investigation you led. Prepare one concrete case with a specific trigger, your exact actions, and a measurable outcome. Abstract answers do not land well with compliance hiring panels.
Negotiate scope alongside the title
Before accepting an offer, confirm what the role actually owns: independent authority to escalate, a seat at risk committee meetings, and a direct reporting line to legal or the board. A lead title with no escalation path limits your growth and your impact.
Compliance Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most compliance leads?
The companies hiring the most compliance leads right now include Citi, Meta, and Robinhood, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Financial services, healthcare systems, and technology companies account for a significant portion of active postings.
How many compliance lead jobs are remote?
About 30% of compliance lead openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with remote work more common in data privacy, regulatory affairs, and policy-focused roles than in positions requiring on-site audits, investigations, or physical records management.
How do you become a compliance lead?
Most compliance leads start in specialist or analyst roles within a compliance, legal, or risk function and build experience with a specific regulatory framework such as AML, HIPAA, or SOX. Earning a recognized certification like the CAMS or CCEP strengthens your candidacy. From there, demonstrating that you can own a program end-to-end, including policy development, training, and audit response, is what moves you into a lead title.
Can you get hired as a compliance lead with limited experience?
Getting hired as a compliance lead with limited direct experience is possible if you can show deep subject-matter expertise in a specific regulation, a relevant certification, and at least some evidence of program ownership, even in a supporting role. Roles at smaller companies or in emerging compliance areas like data privacy or ESG reporting tend to have more flexible experience requirements than positions in heavily regulated industries like banking or pharmaceuticals.
What does the compliance lead interview process look like?
The compliance lead interview process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on your regulatory background and certifications, followed by a panel or hiring manager interview that includes scenario-based questions about audits, policy gaps, or investigations you have handled. Some employers add a written exercise asking you to review a mock policy or draft a compliance memo. Final rounds often include a conversation with legal, a chief compliance officer, or a senior business stakeholder.
Where can I find and apply to compliance lead jobs?
You can find and apply to compliance lead jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your regulatory background and experience level, then apply directly to each listing.
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