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Job Title

Research Security Specialist (2 positions available)

Agency

Texas A&M University System Offices

Department

Research Security Office

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 11 universities, a comprehensive health science center, eight state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan with 8% employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

Salary:

$3,042.67 - $4,583.33 per month commensurate with experience.

Job Description Summary:

As the Research Security Specialist within The Texas A&M University System Research Security Office, you will work closely with a team of compliance professionals to help safeguard the System' s research security portfolio. You will implement research security policies, procedures, and guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of research assets. As a member of the team, you will assist in administering overlapping, multifaceted research security programs while also monitoring and analyzing security threats to provide guidance and support in the overall research security mission.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in administering overlapping, multifaceted research security programs according to institutional, governmental, or sponsor guidelines, policies, regulations, and laws.- Implement research security policies, procedures, and guidelines to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of research assets.- Analyze, monitor, and recommend mitigating measures.- Assist in regular security assessments to identify and address potential vulnerabilities and weaknesses.- Collaborate with internal research teams to ensure security requirements are integrated into the research process.- Compile, organize, and secure information and prepare reports, records, and communications of a confidential nature to document regulatory compliance.- Stay apprised of the latest security trends, technologies, and best practices.- Maintain compliance records.- Other duties as assigned.

  Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Three years of related experience.

  Registration, Certifications, and Licenses:

• Must be able to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to assess unique and complex situations and recommend the most appropriate action.- Ability to recognize urgent or critical matters and respond or estate as required. - Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications. - Understanding of security frameworks, standards, and best practices. - Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

• Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

  Other Requirements:

  This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Thank you for your interest in employment with System Offices within The Texas A&M University System. Working for System Offices (https://www.tamus.edu/offices/) means that you would be a part of a team that provides leadership and services to The Texas A&M University System's eleven universities , eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, and the RELLIS campus. The System Offices is headquartered in the Moore-Connally Building in College Station, Texas.  However, positions are also available in other locations and are varied. So, whether you are looking for an executive, professional, technical or support position, we invite you to consider becoming part of System Offices! If you have questions, please contact us at (979) 458-6169 or email SystemOfficesEmployment@tamus.edu . The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (979) 458-6169​.

Moore/Connally Building

301 Tarrow Street College Station, Texas 77840

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System Office has departments in other locations in the Bryan/College Station area as well as in Austin, TX and Washington D.C.

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