Research Security Manager (SCI)

Georgia Tech; Atlanta (GA); Presencial; USD 95.000 - 161.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) in Atlanta is seeking a Manager of Research Security to lead security programs protecting sensitive research data and facilities, ensuring compliance and safeguarding personnel.

The role requires setting goals, assessing performance, and coordinating with IT and research teams while driving risk-based security initiatives in a federally funded environment that may require security clearance.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three or more years of relevant experience, including one or more years of supervisory experience.
• Security-minded, with experience in policy development and security program management.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and implement comprehensive security policies and procedures to protect sensitive research data and facilities.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to evaluate effectiveness and identify improvements.
• Monitor security incidents and investigations and coordinate response efforts to mitigate risks.
• Provide training and awareness programs for employees on security best practices.
• Develop and maintain relationships with law enforcement and security agencies to enhance security posture.
• Prepare and present reports on incidents, risks, and compliance to senior management.
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies and solutions to improve infrastructure.
• Stay current with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to research security.
• Collaborate with IT and research teams to integrate security protocols into processes and technologies.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Descripción del empleo

Job Information

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Contract: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Job Summary

The Manager of Research Security is tasked with developing and implementing security protocols to protect sensitive research data and facilities from potential threats. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of security measures and compliance standards to ensure the safety of personnel and the integrity of research activities. Responsible for setting employee goals, assessing performance, providing feedback, and making pay recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Job Duty 1 - Develop and implement comprehensive security policies and procedures to protect sensitive research data and facilities from unauthorized access and threats.
• Job Duty 2 - Conduct regular security assessments and audits to evaluate the effectiveness of existing security measures and identify areas for improvement.
• Job Duty 3 - Monitor security incidents and breaches, conduct thorough investigations and coordinating response efforts to mitigate risks.
• Job Duty 4 - Provide training and awareness programs for employees on security best practices and the importance of safeguarding research information.
• Job Duty 5 - Develop and maintain relationships with law enforcement and security agencies to enhance the organization's security posture and response capabilities.
• Job Duty 6 - Prepare and present reports on security incidents, risks, and compliance to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Job Duty 7 - Evaluate and recommend security technologies and solutions to improve the organization's overall security infrastructure.
• Job Duty 8 - Stay current with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to research security to ensure compliance and best practices.
• Job Duty 9 - Collaborate with Information Technology and research teams to integrate security protocols into research processes and technologies.
• Job Duty 10 - Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Experience

Three or more years of relevant experience, including one or more years of supervisory experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Educational Qualifications

Master's Degree in related discipline or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Operational background in managing SAP/SCI requirements under Title 10 and Title 50 authorities.
• Experience maintaining compliance with relevant regulations such as DoD 5205.07, ICD 704/705, SEADs, JSIG, and the NISPOM (32 CFR Part 117)
• Review personnel-security information and adverse or derogatory matters and provide recommendations.
• Experience in conducting Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) indoctrinations/debriefings and maintains files for all indoctrinated and debriefed personnel.
• Worked as the Contractor SAP Security Officer/ Contractor Special Security Officer (CSSO) & served as a primary point of contact for SAP/SCI programs for your Agency.
• Led, trained and mentored Junior CSSO/ACSSOs/CSSRs on how to properly protect programs in accordance with DoDM 5205.07 & DoDM 5105.21.
• Served as the technical authority on Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Facilities and national security matters.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Institute is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for all. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and Institute policy, Georgia Tech provides equal opportunity to all faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia Tech community, including applicants for admission and/or employment, contractors, volunteers, and participants in institutional programs, activities, or services. Georgia Tech complies with all applicable laws and regulations governing equal opportunity in the workplace and in educational activities.

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia ("USG") and Georgia Tech. Georgia Tech prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of an individual's race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions. Further, Georgia Tech prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

Other Information

• This is a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will have some travel.
• This position does require you to attain and maintain security clearance.
• This position is located in Atlanta, GA
• Salary Job Grade R09
• Salary range is dependent on candidates experiences and skills that ranges from $95,271.00 - $161,008.00.
• Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.

Other Information

Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) is the non-profit, applied research arm of Georgia Tech. This position is in the Research Security Department of GTRI.

Background Check

Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check. Please visit https://usg.policystat.com/policy/19298143/latest/