Research Security Manager

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five or more years of relevant experience, including three or more years of supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Additional Preferred Qualifications: Prior proven experience with: Special Access Programs Management, Joint Access Database Environment, Sensitive Compartmental Information (SCI).
• Prior Preferred Educational Qualifications: Master's Degree in related discipline or equivalent.

Benefits

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.

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.

Other Information

• This is a supervisory position.
• This position does 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 travel.
• This position does require security clearance.
• This position is located in Atlanta, GA.
• Salary Job Grade R10 Salary range is dependent on candidate's experiences and skills that ranges from $106,371 - $179,767.
• You must be a US citizen to be considered for this role.