Assistant Research Security Officer, CUI Manager

Kansas State University; New York (KS, NY); On-site; USD 79,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Research Security Officer to ensure compliance with Controlled Unclassified Information regulations. This role is vital in developing security policies, collaborating with IT on AWS environments, and supporting research security initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cybersecurity, excellent communication skills, and experience in higher education research security. Join a team dedicated to maintaining research integrity and compliance, and help protect sensitive information while fostering a secure research environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in research security or cybersecurity compliance.
• Strong knowledge of federal CUI handling regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement security policies for managing CUI.
• Collaborate with IT on AWS-based policy and security controls.

Skills

NIST SP 800-171

CMMC

AWS Cloud Security

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in Cybersecurity

Tools

AWS

Cloud Security Solutions

Job description

About This Role

The Assistant Research Security Officer, CUI Manager is responsible for ensuring the OVPR's role in maintaining institutional compliance with Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) regulations, including NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, and other federal mandates. This position develops and implements security policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure researchers properly manage CUI within the university's research activities.

Additionally, the Assistant Research Security Officer plays a key supporting role in the Research Security Officer's (RSO) broader research security initiatives, including risk management, regulatory compliance, and coordination with federal agencies. The role involves collaborating with IT on policy related to the AWS-based environments for CUI, and serving on a campus CUI Committee, and working closely with researchers to ensure security controls align with federal standards.

The Assistant Research Security Officer/CUI Manager serves as an essential part of the university's research security framework, working to protect sensitive research, mitigate risks, and maintain institutional compliance with federal security mandates.

About Us

Office of Research Integrity, Compliance and Security exists to help researchers navigate compliance and meet regulations so they can do their research as safely and efficiently as possible and maintain K-State's reputation for research integrity.

Worksite Option

This position is on-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a bachelor's degree and three to five years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or a related discipline.


• Five years of experience in research security, cybersecurity compliance, or information security roles.


• Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, and federal CUI handling regulations.


• Experience working with cloud security solutions, particularly AWS cloud environments.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.


• Experience implementing AWS GovCloud or other secure cloud-based research platforms.


• Prior experience in higher education research security.


• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CMMC Assessor, or other security credentials.

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver's license upon and during employment


• Occasional travel may be required for security briefings, compliance training, and federal agency coordination.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

1. Cover letter


2. Resume


3. Three professional references with contact information

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$79,926 - $105,894