Research Security Program Manager - Information Solutions (Hybrid-Remote)

MUSC Health; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MUSC Health is hiring a Research Security Program Manager in Charleston, SC, to oversee compliance with federal mandates and manage the research security program. Responsibilities include developing cybersecurity components, training on research security, and coordinating with external regulators. Candidates need a bachelor's degree and four years of relevant experience, with a preference for skills in cybersecurity and federal compliance. The position requires onsite work as it cannot be fully remote.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and four years relevant program experience.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience in cybersecurity, research security, export controls, or federal research compliance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee the design and implementation of the research security program.
• Manage the Foreign Travel Security Training Program.
• Lead implementation of comprehensive research security training.
• Design and maintain MUSC’s Research Security Program.
• Serve as the institutional primary point of contact for sponsors on research security issues.

Skills

Exceptional communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Cybersecurity knowledge

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Manager of Governance, Risk and Compliance under the Chief Information Security Office, the Research Security Program Manager is responsible for ensuring institutional compliance with federal and state mandates, including NSPM‑33, the CHIPS and Science Act, and regulations governing export control, controlled unclassified information (CUI), and foreign influence mitigation. The Program Manager directs and oversees the design, implementation, and daily administration of the research security program, interprets and applies relevant policies and regulations, and recommends new or revised initiatives to enhance institutional research security. They inform senior research leadership about issues that may impact the program or institutional issues affecting elements of the research security program, respond to inquiries from internal and external stakeholders, communicate findings to federal agencies when necessary, and foster a culture of security across the university’s research enterprise.

• Cybersecurity Compliance & Oversight – 15%
• Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity components of the Research Security Program in alignment with federal requirements, including NIST research cybersecurity resources.
• Collaborate with the Information Security Office (ISO) to develop and manage NIST SP 800-171, NIST R8471, and CMMC requirements.
• Identify research projects requiring NIST or CMMC controls and support research teams in meeting compliance expectations.
• Coordinate integration of IT security resources into the research security program.
• Monitor and ensure institutional alignment with CHIPS and Science Act cybersecurity requirements, federal agency guidance, and sponsor-specific expectations.
• Foreign Travel Security & International Research Risk Management – 15%
• Manage the institution’s Foreign Travel Security Training Program, ensuring all covered individuals complete required periodic training.
• Maintain the foreign travel reporting program for individuals traveling abroad for research, teaching, conferences, or MUSC business.
• Provide expert guidance to faculty, staff, and trainees on international engagements, foreign influence, and high‑risk outside activities.
• Oversee research security risk assessments for international collaborations, visiting scholars, and high‑risk foreign engagements.
• Research Security Training & Institutional Education – 20%
• Lead implementation of comprehensive research security training tailored to MUSC’s risk profile and federal regulations.
• Ensure covered individuals complete federally developed or MUSC‑approved research security training modules.
• Lead training, outreach, and educational activities related to research security.
• Provide training content illustrating improper transfer of research or federally funded R&D.
• Advise leadership on evolving regulations, risk tolerance, and best practices.
• Maintain training documentation, certifications, and compliance records.
• Export Control Training & Compliance Support – 10%
• Ensure covered individuals engaged in export‑controlled research complete required training.
• Coordinate delivery of federal or MUSC‑developed export control education.
• Oversee compliance reviews of foreign sponsors, collaborators, and research engagements to ensure alignment with export control regulations.
• Maintain export compliance records and verify sponsor‑required certifications.
• Program Leadership, Governance & Institutional Coordination – 35%
• Design, implement, and maintain MUSC’s comprehensive Research Security Program in accordance with federal and state requirements.
• Lead the Research Security Committee, supporting risk assessments, policy development, training needs, and strategic decision‑making.
• Serve on institutional committees and workgroups related to research compliance and risk mitigation.
• Conduct investigations into research‑related security concerns and report findings to internal stakeholders and federal agencies as appropriate.
• Partner with the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs to ensure compliance with sponsor‑required research security certifications.
• Serve as the institutional primary point of contact for sponsors, regulators, and external stakeholders on research security issues.
• Establish and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to evaluate program effectiveness.
• Stay current on regulatory changes and evolving best practices through engagement in professional organizations and conferences.
• Other duties as needed – 5%

The position is not fully remote. Routine onsite work will be required.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility & Posture
• Standing: Continuous
• Sitting: Continuous
• Walking: Continuous
• Climbing stairs: Infrequent
• Working indoors: Continuous
• Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent
• Working from elevated areas: Frequent
• Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent
• Kneeling: Infrequent
• Bending at the waist: Continuous
• Twisting at the waist: Frequent
• Squatting: Frequent
• Manual Dexterity & Strength
• Pinching operations: Frequent
• Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous
• Reaching overhead: Frequent
• Reaching in all directions: Continuous
• Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous
• Full use of both legs: Continuous
• Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent
• Lifting & Force Requirements
• Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent
• Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent
• Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent
• Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent
• Examples:
• Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force
• Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force
• Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force
• Vision & Sensory
• Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous
• Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous
• Color discrimination: Continuous
• Depth perception: Continuous
• Peripheral vision: Continuous
• Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous
• Tactile sensory function: Continuous
• Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous
• Selected Positions:
• Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
• Respirator use qualification: Continuous
• Work Environment & Conditions
• Effective stress management: Continuous
• Rotating shifts: Frequent
• Overtime as required: Frequent
• Latex-safe environment: Continuous

Minimum Training and Experience Requirements

A bachelor's degree and four years relevant program experience. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across diverse stakeholder groups. Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Preferred Requirements

Experience in cybersecurity, research security, export controls, or federal research compliance at an academic or research institution. Experience engaging with federal agencies or research sponsors.

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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