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Georgia Institute of Technology · 3 hours ago

Research Security Specialist - Senior Professional

Atlanta Metro

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$70K/yr - $118K/yr

6+ years exp

Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in Atlanta, known for its commitment to innovation and excellence. The Research Security Specialist is responsible for implementing and maintaining security protocols to protect research technology assets and data, conducting security assessments, and collaborating with various teams to enhance security measures.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist in the development, implementation, and enforcement of security policies, procedures, and protocols to protect research data and facilities

Collaborate with security, Information Technology, and research teams to address security concerns, incidents, and breaches in research operations

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Conduct security assessments, vulnerability scans, and risk analyses to identify security vulnerabilities and potential threats

Monitor security systems, access controls, and surveillance technologies to detect and respond to security incidents and breaches

Provide security training, awareness, and guidance to research staff, employees, and stakeholders on security best practices and protocols

Assist in security compliance checks, audits, and regulatory assessments to ensure adherence to security standards and data protection regulations

Participate in security incident response, investigations, and remediation efforts to mitigate risks and protect research assets

Maintain security documentation, incident reports, and security logs to track security incidents, response activities, and compliance efforts

Stay updated on security trends, threats, and security technologies to enhance security measures and protect research assets from potential risks and vulnerabilities

Qualification

Security protocolsSecurity assessmentsRisk analysesMicrosoft Office SuiteSecurity clearanceSpecial Access ProgramCollaborationCommunicationProblem-solving