Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the internet. We are a trusted provider of internet infrastructure services for the networked world and deliver unmatched performance in domain name system (DNS) services.
We are a mission focused, values driven company where each individual can contribute to building a stronger, more secure internet. We offer a dynamic and flexible work environment with competitive benefits and the ability to grow your career.
We are seeking a Compliance Specialist II or III.
The Compliance Specialist provides support to the Registry-Registrar Compliance team by ensuring customer compliance with contractual terms and conditions. This position assists with the ongoing management of a comprehensive compliance program and/or registry agreement reviews and other audits to ensure compliance with contractual terms, ICANN consensus policies and established Verisign operational requirements/policies. Additionally, this role assists with general reporting and analysis assignments.
Key responsibilities:
- Assists with ongoing administration and execution of Verisign’s Compliance Program liaising other Customer Affairs Office (CAO)team members and departments as necessary. Participates in periodic audits to determine compliance with contractual terms and conditions to include: ICANN Agreements, ICANN Consensus Policy, Registry Registrar Agreements, Data Escrow Agreements and Registry Services Agreements.
- Gathers data, prepares and submits reports and other compliance related documents for key contracts, compliance program related correspondence (internal and external), department standard operating procedures, Registry Registrar Agreements, ICANN agreements, policy compliance reporting, etc.
- Maintains database to track all Compliance Program related activities, deadlines, and follow-up items (with legal, registrars, ICANN, etc.). Under management direction, produces reports to track compliance activity and status.
- Takes ownership of cases in team queue, including the management of DNS Abuse related cases to help ensure actions taken are in accordance with standard operating procedures.
Qualifications:
- Experience in corporate, IT or regulatory compliance, contract management, or business operations
- 1-5 years for Compliance Specialist II
- 5+ years for Compliance Specialist III
- Strong analytical and reporting experience with the ability to identify and clearly communicate verbal and written insights
- Advanced MS Office skills (PowerPoint, Excel, e.g. vlookups, pivot tables, graphs, advanced calculations, and formulas)
- Proficiency with relevant software such Salesforce
- Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Business, or a paralegal certificate is highly preferred; high school or GED required
- CPCM preferred
This position is based in our Reston, VA office and offers a hybrid work schedule.
The pay range for Compliance Specialist II is $67,700-$91,700.
The pay range for Compliance Specialist III is $89,900-$121-700.
The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is noted above, however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience. Verisign offers a discretionary bonus which is based on individual and company performance, and certain roles may be eligible for discretionary stock awards.
Verisign is an equal opportunity employer. That means we recruit, hire, compensate, train, promote, transfer, and administer all terms and conditions of employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories under applicable law.
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Skills Required
- Experience in corporate, IT, or regulatory compliance, contract management, or business operations
- One to five years of relevant experience for Compliance Specialist II
- Five or more years of relevant experience for Compliance Specialist III
- Strong analytical and reporting experience
- Ability to identify and clearly communicate verbal and written insights
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel lookups, pivot tables, graphs, calculations, and formulas
- Proficiency with Salesforce or relevant software
- High school diploma or GED
- Associate or bachelor's degree in Business
- Paralegal certificate
- CPCM certification
VERISIGN Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, prescriptions, telemedicine, behavioral-health resources, and specialized programs for family building and midlife support. Onsite wellness amenities such as the Reston fitness center further support day-to-day wellbeing.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include Traditional and Roth 401(k) with company match, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and access to licensed financial coaching. These offerings provide structured support for long-term savings as part of total compensation.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Employer-posted salary ranges and structured pay bands reduce uncertainty and clarify how roles are compensated. Public ranges for technical roles indicate competitive positioning relative to the market.
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What We Do
Verisign, a global provider of domain name registry services and internet infrastructure, enables internet navigation for many of the world’s most recognized domain names. Verisign helps enable the security, stability, and resiliency of the Domain Name System (DNS) and the internet by providing root zone maintainer services, operating two of the 13 global internet root servers, and providing registration services and authoritative resolution for the .com and .net top-level domains, which support the majority of global e-commerce.
