Industrial Security Research Specialist

Georgia Tech; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Tech invites applications for a Research Security Specialist within the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI). You will implement and maintain security protocols, conduct assessments, monitor incidents, and work with researchers, IT, and security teams to improve overall security posture of research environments.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience; preferred qualifications include security certifications and knowledge of national security data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or equivalent; advanced certification may be preferred.
• Three or more years of relevant security experience.
• Experience with security policy development and enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, implementing, and enforcing security policies to protect data and facilities.
• Maintain security documentation, incident reports, and security logs; track incidents and responses.
• Stay updated on security trends and technologies to enhance protections.
• Collaborate with security, IT, and research teams to address incidents and breaches.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses.
• Provide security training and guidance to staff and stakeholders.
• Support audits and regulatory assessments to ensure compliance.

Skills

Security policies

Incident response

Security audits

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

DISS/NISS/SIMS

Security databases

Job description

Georgia Tech invites applications for a Research Security Specialist within the Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI). You will implement and maintain security protocols, conduct assessments, monitor incidents, and work with researchers, IT, and security teams to improve overall security posture of research environments.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience; preferred qualifications include security certifications and knowledge of national security data