Manager of Analyis, Architecture, and Communications

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill; Elkins Hills (NC); Remote; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a Manager of Analysis, Architecture, and Communications to lead the AAC team within the Information Security & Identity Management division. The role directs cross-functional security analysis, oversight of program delivery, and communications to campus leaders and DSAs.

The position emphasizes strategic thinking and collaboration across units. The ideal candidate has extensive enterprise analysis experience, strong leadership skills, and

Qualifications

• Seven or more years of enterprise-level analysis, program management, or policy development in a large organization.
• At least three years managing or leading teams.
• Experience working across organizational boundaries with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Coordination of Security program and manage the DSA relationship network across a large university.
• Lead cross-functional analysis on security initiatives spanning technology, policy, and business processes.
• Provide security architecture guidance and executive-level reporting for CISO decision-making.

Skills

Enterprise analysis

Program management

Policy development

Executive communication

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Masters' degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Posting Information

Department: ITS - Information Security-602000

Career Area: Information Technology

Posting Open Date: 09/24/2026

Application Deadline: 10/08/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Position Type: Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title: Manager of Analyis, Architecture, and Communications

Appointment Type: EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number: 01001252

Vacancy ID: NF0010069

Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time Permanent

FTE: 1

Hours per week: 40

Position Location: North Carolina, US

Hiring Range: $130,000 - $140,000

Proposed Start Date: 11/09/2026

Position Information

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nations top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Information Security & Identity Management division manages the University's Information Security Office and Identity Management. The Security Office is responsible for coordinating and ensuring that information security across the University is consistent with industry best practices and the University's compliance obligations. Identity Management (IdM) identifies individuals within an enterprise or group and defines and controls the access they have to information and resources within a computer network based on their roles and circumstances.

Position Summary

This position is a 100% remote work arrangement, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

The Information Security Office (ISO) coordinates the University's cybersecurity program. ISO operates critical common controls, evaluates security performance and proposed changes to the program, and works continuously to improve the institution's response to cyber risk. ISO reports on program effectiveness and direction to the Chancellor, Provost, and Board of Trustees.

Within ISO, the Analysis, Architecture, and Communications (AAC) team is responsible for the Coordination of Security program the institutional framework through which security accountability and execution is distributed across University units. The team conducts the analysis required for major security initiatives, particularly those with significant policy, business process, and architectural components, driving that analysis to conclusions and producing recommendations that inform CISO decision-making and institutional action. Domain experts inside and outside ISO are engaged as needed to complete this work. The team provides security architecture analysis and guidance for initiatives with significant institutional, policy, or cross-unit dimensions, and partners with the Security DevOps team to plan the technical implementation of major initiatives, transitioning ownership to DevOps for execution. The team also leads communications from ISO to campus to Departmental Security Administrators (DSAs), University leadership, and the broader institutional community oversees the University's security training program, and produces the program-level analysis and Key Performance Indicators that support CISO reporting to the Chancellor, Provost, and Board of Trustees.

The Manager of AAC directs the Coordination of Security program, including managing the DSA relationship network across a large, decentralized research university. This role leads complex, cross-functional analysis on security initiatives that span technology, policy, and business process, driving that analysis to actionable conclusions. The AAC Manager translates security requirements into communications and frameworks that non-security audiences can understand and act on, and provides or directly oversees security architecture analysis and guidance for initiatives with significant institutional, policy, or cross-unit dimensions, partnering with the Security DevOps team to plan technical implementation. The manager builds, manages, and develops a team operating across analysis, architecture, and communications functions. The role delivers executive-level reporting and board-level materials in partnership with the CISO. The manager sets priorities for the team independently, makes sound judgments under ambiguity, and escalates to the CISO when decisions exceed delegated authority.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Masters' and 2-4 years' experience; or Bachelors and 3-5 years' experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Experience Seven or more years of experience in roles requiring enterprise-level analysis, program management, or policy development in a large, complex organization. At least three years managing or leading teams. Experience working across organizational boundaries engaging multiple stakeholders with competing priorities is required.

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex, multi-dimensional problems that span technology, business process, and policy and produce clear, actionable recommendations
• Demonstrated ability to design or redesign business processes at institutional scale
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex topics clearly in writing and in person to non-technical audiences, including senior leadership
• Experience developing materials for executive or board-level audiences
• Sound judgment in ambiguous situations where the right answer is not prescribed
• Ability to manage a program with multiple workstreams, competing demands, and stakeholders who do not report to you

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

• Experience in higher education or another large, decentralized institutional environment
• Track record of leading successful enterprise-wide strategic initiatives.

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Quick Link

https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/325928

Posting Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title: Parker Whitley, ITS Human Resources Specialist

Department Contact Telephone or Email:

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.