Contractual Compliance Manager

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is seeking a Contractual Compliance Manager. ICANN is responsible for the global coordination of the Internet's system of unique identifiers, including domain names, as well as the addresses used in a variety of Internet protocols.

 

The Position

Based in Marina del Rey, California, the Contractual Compliance Manager will conduct studies and audits on the accuracy of the WHOIS directory and make recommendations for changes. WHOIS services provide public access to data on registered domain names, which currently includes contact information for Registered Name Holders. The Contractual Compliance Manager will develop and conduct technical and non-technical studies and audits to assess registry/registrar compliance with contracts and appropriate standards. This individual will work constructively with registries/registrars to implement and complete corrective action plans and implement a planned escalation of actions and corrective actions in order to correct and prevent ongoing detrimental impact and to ensure legitimacy of the compliance function.

 

The Company

The Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) is at the very center of the

Internet. ICANN, a non-profit public organization, is responsible for IP address allocation, protocol

parameter assignment, as well as domain name and root server system management. Management of Domain names occurs through 21 Registries that own "generic top level domains" (gTLDs). Most of these Registries have contracts with ICANN.

 

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have strong quantitative and qualitative analysis skills, advanced knowledge of principles and methods for effective program evaluation, and effective data management principles. This individual will have a demonstrated ability to independently design and manage project activities, a familiarity with Internet Protocol (IP) and the Domain Name System, and knowledge of Intellectual Property Laws. The ideal candidate will be well organized and capable of moving forward on multiple projects simultaneously. Attention to detail and flexibility are also key qualities. Previous experience working in an international organization (whether public, intergovernmental, or private) is preferred.

 

The Opportunity

As with many jobs at ICANN, this position is crucial to the efficient operation of the entire Internet. It is interesting, challenging, and global in scope. It offers the ability to orchestrate significant

organizational growth. It further offers the ability to work with some remarkably bright and talented

individuals.

 

The Compensation

The salary is market-based with an extremely competitive benefits package. Benefits include

eligibility for an annual bonus, company-paid medical, life, vision, and dental for employees and their families, a pension plan, and a company-matched 401K program with instant eligibility, coupled with 100% vesting of all ICANN contributions to that program.

 

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