Research Security Specialist — Physical & Classified Facilities

Georgia Tech; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Tech in Atlanta seeks a Research Security Specialist to implement and maintain security protocols for research technology assets. You will conduct assessments, monitor incidents, and collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen security posture.

The role requires extensive experience, travel readiness, and a Bachelor’s degree with preferred certifications. You will work with security, IT, and research teams to address incidents and ensure compliance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Overnight travel required; on-site daily service delivery hours may vary.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce security policies and protocols.
• Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses.
• Monitor security systems, access controls, and surveillance.
• Provide security training and guidance to staff and stakeholders.
• Support security compliance checks, audits, and regulatory assessments.
• Participate in security incident response and remediation efforts.
• Maintain security documentation and incident logs.
• Stay updated on security trends and technologies.
• Collaborate with security, IT, and research teams on security concerns.

Skills

SCIFs experience

Security assessments

Incident response

On-site work

Education

Bachelor's Degree

CPP/PSP certification

Tools

SIMS

JPAS

CCTV/IDS

Job description

Georgia Tech in Atlanta seeks a Research Security Specialist to implement and maintain security protocols for research technology assets. You will conduct assessments, monitor incidents, and collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen security posture.

The role requires extensive experience, travel readiness, and a Bachelor’s degree with preferred certifications. You will work with security, IT, and research teams to address incidents and ensure compliance in a dynamic environment.