Research Security Specialist (Personnel Security)

Georgia Institute of Technology

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 63,000 - 106,000

Full time

11 hours ago

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Georgia Tech is seeking a Research Security Specialist to protect research technology assets and data by implementing security protocols and conducting assessments. The role requires collaboration with security, IT, and research teams to enhance security posture across environments.

The ideal candidate will conduct risk analyses, provide training, and support audits while staying current on emerging threats and technologies.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related discipline or equivalent experience.
Three or more years of relevant security experience.
Advanced certifications may be preferred or required.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and enforce security policies, procedures, and protocols for research data and facilities.
Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses.
Monitor security systems, access controls, and surveillance technologies.
Provide security training and guidance to staff and stakeholders.
Assist in security compliance checks, audits, and regulatory assessments.
Participate in incident response, investigations, and remediation efforts.
Maintain security documentation and incident logs.
Stay updated on security trends and technologies.
Collaborate with security, IT, and research teams to address security concerns.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Security knowledge

Risk assessment

Incident response

Security training

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

DISS

JADE

DoDM 5205.07

SAP/SCI experience

SPO certification

TS/SCI clearance

Job description

About Us

Georgia Tech prides itself on its technological resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community of learning, discovery, and creation. We strongly encourage applicants whose values align with our institutional values, as outlined in our Strategic Plan. These values include academic excellence, diversity of thought and experience, inquiry and innovation, collaboration and community, and ethical behavior and stewardship. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

Overview

About Us

About Georgia Tech

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with numerous economic and cultural strengths. The Institute serves more than 45,000 students through top-ranked undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in engineering, computing, science, business, design, and liberal arts. Georgia Tech's faculty attracted more than $1.4 billion in research awards this past year in fields ranging from biomedical technology to artificial intelligence, energy, sustainability, semiconductors, neuroscience, and national security. Georgia Tech ranks among the nation's top 20 universities for research and development spending and No. 1 among institutions without a medical school.

Georgia Tech's Mission and Values

Georgia Tech's mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition. The Institute has nine key values that are foundational to everything we do:

Students are our top priority.
We strive for excellence.
We thrive on diversity.
We celebrate collaboration.
We champion innovation.
We safeguard freedom of inquiry and expression.
We nurture the wellbeing of our community.
We act ethically.
We are responsible stewards.

Over the next decade, Georgia Tech will become an example of inclusive innovation, a leading technological research university of unmatched scale, relentlessly committed to serving the public good; breaking new ground in addressing the biggest local, national, and global challenges and opportunities of our time; making technology broadly accessible; and developing exceptional, principled leaders from all backgrounds ready to produce novel ideas and create solutions with real human impact.

Job Summary

The Research Security Specialist implements and maintains security protocols, systems, and procedures to protect research technology assets and data. They conduct security assessments, monitor security incidents, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance the security posture of research technology environments.

Responsibilities

Assist in the development, implementation, and enforcement of security policies, procedures, and protocols to protect research data and facilities.
Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses to identify security vulnerabilities and potential threats.
Monitor security systems, access controls, and surveillance technologies to detect and respond to security incidents and breaches.
Provide security training, awareness, and guidance to research staff, employees, and stakeholders on security best practices and protocols.
Assist in security compliance checks, audits, and regulatory assessments to ensure adherence to security standards and data protection regulations.
Participate in security incident response, investigations, and remediation efforts to mitigate risks and protect research assets.
Maintain security documentation, incident reports, and security logs to track security incidents, response activities, and compliance efforts.
Stay updated on security trends, threats, and security technologies to enhance security measures and protect research assets from potential risks and vulnerabilities.
Collaborate with security, Information Technology, and research teams to address security concerns, incidents, and breaches in research operations.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements

Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or equivalent, related experience; advanced certification may be preferred or required (some profiles may require additional education).

Required Experience

Three or more years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

American Society for Industrial Security International (ASIS), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), National Classification Management Society (NCMS)
Proficient with DISS and JADE
Proficient with the DoDM 5205.07
Experience conducting Security Education Training and Awareness
Experience in supporting classified meetings including SAP/SCI
Knowledge of foreign travel reporting requirements and processes
Knowledge of MPO database and ACCS database modules
Knowledge of SCI Billet Nomination SheetsExperience with SAP Nomination Process and submitting SAP Program Access Requests
Possess Special Access Program Personnel Security Official (SPO) certification
Possess TS/SCI clearance with experience working SAP access

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 not a supervisory position.

This position does not have any financial responsibilities.

This position will not 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 travel

This position requires security clearance.

This position is located in Atlanta, GA

Salary Job Grade: R06

Recruiting Range: $62,642.00 - 105,866.00 (Depending on Experience)

Due to our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be U.S. Citizens.