Research Security & Compliance Analyst

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

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.