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University of New Hampshire · 11 hours ago

Research Security Officer

Durham, NH

Part-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$75/hr - $75/hr

3+ years exp

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution, and they are seeking a Research Security Officer, CUI Manager. This role is responsible for maintaining compliance with Controlled Unclassified Information regulations and developing security policies and training programs to support researchers in managing sensitive information.

Professional ServicesTraining

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Responsible in maintaining institutional compliance with Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) regulations, including NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, and other federal mandates

This position develops and implements security policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure researchers properly manage CUI within the university's research activities

Additionally, the Research Security Officer plays a key role in broader research security initiatives, including risk management, regulatory compliance, and coordination with federal agencies

The role involves collaborating with ETS on policy related to the Cloud-based environments for CUI, serving on a campus CUI Committee, and working closely with researchers to ensure security controls align with federal standards

The Research Security Officer/CUI Manager serves as an essential part of the university's research security framework, working to protect sensitive research, mitigate risks, and maintain institutional compliance with federal security mandates

Qualification

NIST SP 800-171CMMCCUI regulationsCISSPCISMCMMC AssessorCloud security solutionsSecret Security ClearanceWriting Security PlansRisk managementHigher education experienceCommunication skills

Required

Requires a bachelor's degree and three to five years of relevant experience

Need to hold 8140 certification for an Information Systems Security Manager or obtain within 6-months from hire

Ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance

Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CMMC Assessor, or other security credentials

Valid driver's license upon and during employment

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Preferred

Master's degree in cybersecurity, information technology, or a related discipline

Five years of experience in research security, cybersecurity compliance, or information security roles

Strong knowledge of NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, and federal CUI handling regulations

2+ years of writing system Security Plans, POA&Ms, Incident Response Plans

Experience working with cloud security solutions, particularly Azure and AWS cloud environments

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams

Experience implementing GovCloud or other secure cloud-based research platforms

Prior experience in higher education research security

Currently hold a Secret Security Clearance

Company

University of New Hampshire

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The University of New Hampshire is the state’s public research university, providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate programs and graduate programs of distinction.

Founded in 1866

Durham, New Hampshire, USA

1001-5000 employees