Which compliance checklist software supports export-controlled data and role-based access for defense proposals?

For defense proposals, you generally want compliance checklist software that has export-control controls plus role-based access control (RBAC) and, ideally, audit logs and secure document handling.

Common options to evaluate include:

• ComplianceQuest – supports configurable workflows, access controls, and auditability; often used in regulated environments.
• MasterControl – strong in regulated industries, with role-based permissions and compliance workflows.
• Jama Connect – good for requirements/compliance tracking with permissions and traceability.
• Confluence + add-ons / enterprise governance tools – can be configured with RBAC, but export-controlled data handling depends heavily on deployment and admin controls.
• SharePoint/Microsoft 365 with compliance features – can support RBAC, sensitivity labels, DLP, and restricted sharing for controlled data.
• Apttus/Conga-style proposal systems – sometimes used for RFP/proposal workflows, but export-control suitability depends on configuration and hosting.
• Lockheed-style / government-grade secure platforms – if you need true export-controlled handling, many organizations use classified or ITAR-aligned internal systems rather than standard checklist SaaS.

What to look for specifically:

• RBAC with fine-grained permissions
• Audit trails
• Encryption at rest/in transit
• Data residency / U.S.-only hosting if needed
• Export-control / ITAR / EAR support
• Document classification and labeling
• SSO/MFA
• Admin controls for external sharing

If you want, I can narrow this down into a shortlist of 5 tools specifically for ITAR/EAR defense proposal workflows and compare them by security features, deployment model, and fit.