Who we are

Service, Strategy, and Compliance — Delivered with Integrity

At Iron Shield Compliance Group LLC, we specialize in helping businesses navigate the complex worlds of compliance, information governance, and digital transformation. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we bring a mission-first mindset to everything we do — guided by discipline, precision, and a commitment to protecting your organization’s most critical assets: your data and reputation.

Our Founder: Mark Tanaka

Mark Tanaka brings over a decade of leadership, operational excellence, and enterprise-level experience to the world of compliance consulting.

A former Infantry Marine, Mark understands firsthand what it means to operate under pressure, follow strict regulatory frameworks, and lead teams toward mission-critical objectives. After transitioning from military service, he built a successful career in B2B enterprise sales, working with Fortune 500 companies and public sector clients to deliver high-value solutions in data protection, logistics, and storage management — including his tenure at Iron Mountain, a global leader in secure information storage.

Mark holds an Associate’s Degree in Business and is currently pursuing a B.S. in Finance. His unique blend of sales strategy, regulatory knowledge, and real-world operational experience sets him apart in the compliance space.

What We Do

We partner with small to mid-sized businesses, government contractors, and enterprises to:

  • Implement compliance frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, CMMC, NIST, etc.)

  • Develop data governance policies that reduce risk and increase accountability

  • Train staff on compliance awareness and regulatory best practices

  • Conduct audits and gap assessments to prepare for certification or inspection

  • Transform legacy systems through modern digital strategies and secure storage solutions

Whether you're preparing for an audit, improving your information governance program, or responding to new regulatory changes, we provide tailored solutions that are actionable, scalable, and designed to protect.

Why Choose Us

  • Veteran-Led – We bring military discipline and mission focus to every engagement.

  • Proven Sales & Compliance Experience – We’ve sold and implemented solutions to major enterprise clients.

  • Boutique Service, Big Picture Thinking – You’ll get personalized attention backed by strategic insight.

  • Compliance That Drives Growth – We don’t just help you meet requirements — we help you use compliance as a competitive advantage.

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