MUSC Health · 3 hours ago
Research Security Program Manager - Information Solutions (Hybrid-Remote)
Charleston
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expThe Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Research Security Program Manager to lead and manage all aspects of research security. This role is responsible for ensuring institutional compliance with federal and state mandates and overseeing the design and implementation of the research security program.
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Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and maintain cybersecurity components of MUSC’s Research Security Program in alignment with federal requirements, including NIST research cybersecurity resources
Collaborate with the Information Security Office (ISO) to develop and manage NIST SP 800-171, NIST R8471, and CMMC requirements
Identify research projects requiring NIST or CMMC controls and support research teams in meeting compliance expectations
Coordinate integration of IT security resources into the research security program
Monitor and ensure institutional alignment with CHIPS and Science Act cybersecurity requirements, federal agency guidance, and sponsor-specific expectations
Manage the institution’s Foreign Travel Security Training Program, ensuring all covered individuals complete required periodic training
Maintain the foreign travel reporting program for individuals traveling abroad for research, teaching, conferences, or MUSC business
Provide expert guidance to faculty, staff, and trainees on international engagements, foreign influence, and high-risk outside activities
Oversee research security risk assessments for international collaborations, visiting scholars, and high-risk foreign engagements
Lead implementation of comprehensive research security training tailored to MUSC’s risk profile and federal regulations
Ensure covered individuals complete federally developed or MUSC-approved research security training modules
Lead training, outreach, and educational activities related to research security
Provide training content illustrating improper transfer of research or federally funded R&D
Advise leadership on evolving regulations, risk tolerance, and best practices
Maintain training documentation, certifications, and compliance records
Ensure covered individuals engaged in export-controlled research complete required training
Coordinate delivery of federal or MUSC-developed export control education
Oversee compliance reviews of foreign sponsors, collaborators, and research engagements to ensure alignment with export control regulations
Maintain export compliance records and verify sponsor-required certifications
Design, implement, and maintain MUSC’s comprehensive Research Security Program in accordance with federal and state requirements
Lead the Research Security Committee, supporting risk assessments, policy development, training needs, and strategic decision-making
Serve on institutional committees and workgroups related to research compliance and risk mitigation
Conduct investigations into research-related security concerns and report findings to internal stakeholders and federal agencies as appropriate
Partner with the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs to ensure compliance with sponsor-required research security certifications
Serve as the institutional primary point of contact for sponsors, regulators, and external stakeholders on research security issues
Establish and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to evaluate program effectiveness
Stay current on regulatory changes and evolving best practices through engagement in professional organizations and conferences
Design, implement, and maintain a comprehensive research security program that meets federal and state requirements
Advise senior leadership on evolving research security regulations, risk tolerance, and best practices
Lead the Research Security Committee to evaluate institutional risks, formulate research security policies, identify training needs, and support strategic decision-making activities
Provide expert guidance to faculty, staff, and trainees on international collaborations, foreign influence, and high-risk outside activities
Conduct investigations into research-related activities that pose security risks and communicate findings to stakeholders, including federal agencies
Oversee research security risk assessment for university activities, international research collaborations, visiting scholars (etc.,)
Serve on the various committees and workgroups engaged in mitigating risks associated with areas related to the institutional research security program
Partner with the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects to ensure compliance with research security certifications and sponsor requirements
Lead training, outreach, and guidance efforts related to research security
Establish and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure program effectiveness
Collaborate with Information Security Office (ISO) to develop and manage NIST SP 800-171, NIST R8471, and CMMC requirements
Identify research projects requiring NIST R8471, CMMC or NIST SP 800-171 compliance and support research teams in meeting requirements
Serve as the primary institutional point of contact for external sponsors and regulators on research security matters
Stay current on regulatory changes and best practices through active participation in conferences and professional organizations
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree
four years relevant program experience
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across diverse stakeholder groups
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Preferred
Experience in cybersecurity, research security, export controls, or federal research compliance at an academic or research institution
Experience engaging with federal agencies or research sponsors
Company
MUSC Health
MUSC Health provides health-care services through its patient- and family-centered care, education, research, and various partnerships. It is a sub-organization of Medical University of South Carolina.
Founded in 1824Charleston, South Carolina, USA
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$133MKey Investors
Armadale Capital
2019-12-19Debt Financing· $133M
Leadership Team
Erik Summers
Chief Medical Officer
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