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Natcast.org ยท 2 days ago
Research Security Program Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level
10+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Develop and maintain Natcast's research security program framework, including policies, processes, and training materials
Collaborate within Natcast to assess security risks and review plans from funding applicants/recipients
Provide guidance to funding recipients on establishing effective research security programs, conflict of interest/commitment procedures, foreign travel security, cybersecurity, and export control and compliance
Oversee the review and approval process for foreign research collaborations, data sharing, and publication requests
Conduct risk assessments for "covered individuals" participating in Natcast projects, including review of current/pending support for potential conflicts of interest and/or commitment as well as affiliations with malign foreign talent programs
Develop and deliver research security training to Natcast staff, funding recipients, researchers, and other stakeholders
Stay updated on evolving threats, regulations, and best practices related to research security and technology protection
Liaise with relevant government agencies and stakeholders on research security matters affecting Natcast's initiatives
Provide subject matter expertise and support on research security issues to Natcast's leadership
Serve as the primary liaison between Natcast and relevant government security agencies, ensuring compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and associated regulations.
Oversee and maintain secure facilities, including Closed Areas or Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs), as required by contracts and government regulations.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field of study
Minimum 10 years of experience in research security, technology protection, export controls, counterintelligence or a related field
In-depth understanding of relevant federal regulations (e.g. NSPM-33, Export Controls) and best practices pertaining to research security
Able to obtain and maintain at least a Top Secret Security Clearance
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and risk assessment skills
Strong communication and training abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders
Knowledge of industrial security processes, regulations, and best practices, including the NISPOM, Industrial Security Letters (ISLs), and contract-specific security requirements.
Experience managing personnel security clearances, including submitting clearance requests, tracking periodic reinvestigations, and conducting debriefings for departing personnel.
Preferred
Active U.S. security clearance
Deep understanding of semiconductor technology
Significant experience applying cybersecurity best practices to leading-edge research environments
Advanced Degree in a relevant field
Company
Natcast.org
The National Center for the Advancement of Semiconductor Technology, or Natcast, is a new, purpose-built, non-profit entity created to operate the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) consortium, which will be established as provided for in the CHIPS Act of the U.S.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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