Clemson University · 3 hours ago
Director of Research Security & Export Control
Clemson, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expClemson University is seeking a dynamic, experienced individual to serve as the Director of Research Security & Export Control. The Director will lead a team to oversee compliance with federal research security and export control laws and regulations, while nurturing the professional growth of the research security and export control team.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Advancing the build-out of our foreign influence prevention and related conflict of interest and outside activity safeguards
With CCIT, coordinating Clemson's information technology and data security CUI solutions applicable to our restricted research, including the interface between system security plans (SSPs) and technology control plans (TCPs)
Stewarding research security safeguards in relation to international employee and visiting scholars' visa programs
Evaluating higher-risk global engagement across academic, research, and business transactions, including international collaborations, international travel, IP commercialization, international sabbatical-based research, and procurement programs
Serving as the primary point of contact for addressing and resolving research security questions and concerns
Advancing Clemson's research security training program, including helping faculty and staff recognize research security concerns and escalation scenarios
Building out web-based guidance and procedural content
Timely communication and implementation of new regulatory requirements
Promoting staff growth and education in research security
Implement, manage and maintain all core export compliance procedures informing academic, research, and operational activities, including:
Restricted party screening
International shipping (export classification, preparation of license authorizations, use of license exceptions, and pursuit of methods to centralize export control review of international shipping)
Deemed export reviews associated with visa sponsorship, access to lab and research facilities, industry and recharge service contracts, and identification of procurement-related risks
Grant and contract reviews for export control requirements and coordination of data security requirements with Information Technology/Data Security teams
Technology Control Plans (TCPs) to address publication and citizenship restrictions, as well as access restrictions to equipment or material
Preparation of CCAT and CJ requests, and other U.S. Government submissions
Visitor reviews vis-à-vis export-sensitive laboratories and facilities
Technology transfer reviews for IP commercialization, MTAs and NDAs
Analysis of international agreements and inter-institutional opportunities
International travel reviews
OFAC-governed transactions under the Specially Designated National List, Cuban Assets Control Regulations, Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations, and other trade and economic sanctions regulations or legislation
Transfer of controlled biologicals
Online distance education and international students
Interface with U.S. Government export control agencies as needed
Serving as Clemson's Empowered Official on all ITAR-related matters, including but not limited to preparing and submitting export license applications; advising on ITAR regulations; and maintaining Clemson's ITAR registration
Compliance with all NISPOM requirements, including facilitating all required staff clearances; partnering closely with the Office of Sponsored Programs to identify contractor security classification specifications in classified research; and coordinating restricted research parameters on classified contracts and the Insider Threat Protection program
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field
5-7 years of experience in export control and related areas
Must be a U.S. citizen
Able to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance
Advanced regulatory knowledge in research security and export control
Proven management experience to oversee a team of professionals
Strong communication and advisory skills
Strong project organization, management, and document preparation skills
Ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects simultaneously when required
Seasoned perspective pertaining to risk evaluation, assumption and solutions
Significant training experience
Deep understanding of the unique challenges and professional opportunities that a robust academic and research environment presents
Preferred
Advanced degree in law, public policy, international affairs, or a related field
Demonstrated experience developing or managing a research security or export control compliance program
Active federal security clearance
Company
Clemson University
Clemson University is an American public, coeducational, land-grant and sea-grant research university.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.14MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Energy Office of ElectricityDensoUS Department of Energy
2024-12-03Grant· $2.47M
2024-10-30Grant
2024-08-20Grant
Leadership Team
M. Karen McCauley
CEO and President Clemson University Foundation
Wil Brasington
Chief Executive Officer, Clemson Alumni Association
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