College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University · 2 months ago
Research Security Specialist I
Lubbock
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$48,000/mo - $78,700/mo
3+ years expTexas Tech University, established in 1923, is a prominent research institution located in Lubbock, Texas. The Research Security Specialist I will perform compliance activities concerning research security risks and export control concerns, ensuring adherence to federal regulations and institutional policies.
Higher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work with the Assistant Director and Director to develop and implement an effective export control and research security compliance program that aligns with regulatory requirements and institutional policies
Assist with the development and delivery of ongoing training, education, and guidance to campus pertaining to export control and research security risks
Ensure compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the Office of Foreign Assets Controls (OFAC) regulations, and other import/export laws
Prepare, review, and maintain records and other documentation related to research compliance, proper authorizations, etc
Assist with TTU’s export control license applications, including drafting license applications to be submitted to regulatory agencies when applicable
Assist with the development of technology control plans (TCPs) as needed and conduct monitoring of implemented TCPs
Assist in the export control terms and conditions in sponsored program proposals, awards, procurement agreements, and ancillary agreements
Assist the Assistant Director and other TTU units to develop and implement the University’s Research Security Program in response to the requirements of the National Security Presidential Memorandum 33 (NSPM-33), CHIPS (Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors) & Science Act, and the NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act, annually updated), as well as regulations that have been adopted by federal agencies related to these and other requirements
Assist the Facility Security Officer in the implementation and management of TTU’s industrial security program
Maintain facility clearance records
Perform other related work as needed
Stay up-to-date on relevant regulatory and policy changes to ensure continued compliance and best practices
Participate in appropriate professional organizations such as AUECO, NCMS, ECTI, etc. with some domestic travel to professional seminars and conferences
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a job-related field plus three (3) years of experience in export control compliance, higher education, research compliance, or industrial security; OR Master's degree in a related field plus one (1) year job-related experience
Must be eligible to obtain a SECRET level national security clearance
U.S. Citizenship is required upon date of hire because this position must be eligible to evaluate information contractually restricted to U.S. Citizens by the U.S. Government
This position is designated as involving access to critical infrastructure systems and/or research, as defined by Texas Executive Order GA-48
Candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background check prior to employment
Employees are required to comply with all applicable state and federal regulations related to the protection of critical infrastructure
Ongoing employment is dependent upon maintaining eligibility for access and successfully passing periodic security and compliance reviews
Preferred
Ability to interpret federal regulations and communicate them to faculty and staff in an understandable manner
Knowledge of EAR, ITAR, and OFAC laws and regulations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Excellent written and verbal skills
Company
College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University
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51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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