Analyst, Research Security Program

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arizona's Research Security Program is seeking a Research Security Program Analyst to analyze foreign interests, collaborations, and affiliations in conflict disclosures and support compliance with federal and university policies.

The role involves implementing mitigation plans, preparing cybersecurity questionnaires, and delivering actionable insights to senior management while mentoring staff and promoting campus training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalently advanced learning attained through professional-level experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of electronic systems, including system design, testing and implementation.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to independently prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to independently apply policies and procedures to varying fact patterns.
• Effective written and verbal communication to diverse stakeholders, including leadership.

Responsibilities

• Independently analyze foreign interests, collaborations, affiliations, etc. in conflict disclosures to support research security determinations.
• Implement and oversee research security mitigation plans as required by sponsors.
• Prepare cybersecurity questionnaires and ensure plans are implemented for compliance.
• Vet potential foreign collaborations, affiliations, etc.
• Prepare high-level compliance reports and materials for senior management.
• Provide expert guidance on policy interpretation and regulatory frameworks.
• Mentor junior staff and student workers to ensure consistent execution of responsibilities.
• Facilitate campus outreach and training.

Job description

Position Highlights

The Research Security Program at the University of Arizona is seeking a Research Security Program Analyst. The primary purpose of this position is to analyze foreign interests, collaborations, affiliations, etc. in conflict disclosures.

Research Security is a program for safeguarding the University of Arizona's research enterprise against the misappropriation of research and development to the detriment of national or economic security, related violations of research integrity, and foreign government interference.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Independently analyze foreign interests, collaborations, affiliations, etc. in conflict disclosures to facilitate research security determinations in accord with federal regulations, state law, and ABOR and University policies, including identification of foreign influence, data integrity, and cybersecurity concerns.
• Implement and oversee research security mitigation plans required by research sponsors to address foreign interests, collaborations, affiliations, etc. to evaluate and ensure adherence to professional and legal standards.
• Prepare cybersecurity questionnaires and ensure cybersecurity plans are appropriately implemented to provide comprehensive support for the university’s compliance and regulatory affairs program.
• Vet potential foreign collaborations, affiliations, etc.
• Prepare high-level compliance reports and presentation materials for senior management and provide actionable insights.
• Provide expert guidance on policy interpretation, regulatory frameworks, and disclosures.
• Mentor junior staff and student workers to support professional development and ensure consistency in the execution of departmental responsibilities.
• Facilitate outreach and training to the campus community.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of electronic systems, including system design, testing and implementation.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to independently prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to independently apply policies and procedures to varying fact patterns.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, in a professional manner to various stakeholders, including leadership and individuals outside of the University.
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalently advanced learning attained through professional-level experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related field.
• Prior conflict of interest and/or conflict of commitment experience.
• Prior research security experience.
• Prior cybersecurity experience.