Chief Research Security Strategist

Texas A&M University System; College Station (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University System Offices seeks a Chief Research Security Officer to steer system-wide research security and protect sensitive information. You will oversee security infrastructure for US government‑accredited spaces, maintain NIST SP 800-171 compliance, and serve as the primary security contact to DoD, DOE, and IC stakeholders.

You will lead a team of about 20, shape TAMUS security policy, and collaborate with sponsored research and contracting offices to ensure program integrity and

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience supporting a cleared contractor as FSO/CSSO.
• Experience leading a team at multiple locations.
• Experience with SAP/SCIF management.
• Interpreting security classification guidance and related contracts.
• Security implementation for new programs and existing programs.
• Leading internal audits and risk assessments.
• Experience as ISSM/ISSO or similar roles.
• Familiarity with 32 CFR Part 117, NISPOM and related DoD requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead TAMUS Security Management Team.
• Advise TAMUS on export control, CUI, and security requirements.
• Develop and maintain TAMUS Counter-Intelligence Program.
• Develop and maintain TAMUS Insider Threat Program.
• Serve as TAMUS primary contact with the Intelligence Community.
• Plan and manage all security functions for TAMUS programs and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 and NISPOM policies.
• Perform administrative security tasks for classified materials.
• Maintain TAMUS Secure Computing Enclaves per NIST 800-171.
• Coordinate with Sponsored Research Services for contract security.
• Comply with COMSEC requirements and government policies.
• Collaborate with DoD/DCSA for site/facility compliance.
• Develop security training programs (OPSEC, Insider Threat, Foreign Travel).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Security management

Policy interpretation

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

Texas A&M University System Offices seeks a Chief Research Security Officer to steer system-wide research security and protect sensitive information. You will oversee security infrastructure for US government‑accredited spaces, maintain NIST SP 800-171 compliance, and serve as the primary security contact to DoD, DOE, and IC stakeholders.

You will lead a team of about 20, shape TAMUS security policy, and collaborate with sponsored research and contracting offices to ensure program integrity and