Research Security Officer: Open-Source Risk & Compliance

University of Victoria

Victoria

On-site

CAD 64,000 - 83,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

The University of Victoria invites applications for a Research Security Officer within the Research Security Unit. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Research Security & Innovation, the RSO will assist in open source due diligence and risk assessment to safeguard UVic research.

The RSO will be the initial contact for research security reviews and will help organize meetings and events for the UVic research community.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2 years of relevant work experience, preferably in research administration in a post-secondary setting.
Proficiency in internet research and data analysis.
Experience in performing risk assessments.
Experience coordinating with cross-functional teams and writing reports/presentations.

Responsibilities

Perform open source due diligence to safeguard UVic research and identify security risks.
Act as the initial contact within the Research Security Unit for reviews of research agreements and contracts.
Assist in evaluating and communicating research security risks for informed decision-making.
Provide administrative support to RSU, including coordinating meetings with researchers and organizing security events.
Participate in communities of practice for research security.