Research Security Officer

Montana State University

Position Information

Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 25030

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Kirk Lubick
(406) 994-6998
[email protected]

Classification Title: Program/Project Lead

Working Title: Research Security Officer

Brief Position Overview

The Research Security Officer ensures that the University has a Research Security program that meets federal requirements and includes appropriate controls and training in foreign travel, research security, information security, related disclosures, and export controls.

Position Number: 4C7562

Department: Office of Research Compliance

Division: Office of Research and Economic Development

Appointment Type: Professional

Contract Term: Fiscal Year

Semester:

If other, specify From date:

If other, specify End date:

FLSA: Exempt

Union Affiliation: Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE: 1.0

Benefits Eligible: Eligible

Salary: Starting $80,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.

Contract Type: LOA

If other, please specify:

Recruitment Type: Open

Position Details

General Statement

The Office of Research and Economic Development (RED) at MSU includes the Office of Research Development, Office of Sponsored Programs, and the Office of Research Compliance.
This position will complement RED by supporting RED research security and positively impacting MSU by providing centralized research security program to the larger MSU research community.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Research Security Officer reports directly to the Associate Vice President for Research Compliance. Duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Maintain expertise related to ITAR, EAR, OFAC regulations, NSDD-189, CUI policies, NSPM-33, CHIPS & Science Act of 2022, and federal contracting requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and update the University’s Export Control policy and Research Security Compliance program.
• Reviews technical data, grant proposals, foreign collaborations, and contracts with foreign vendors to determine export classifications and licensing requirements. Develops and maintains record management.
• Researches, analyzes, and interprets the federal register, drafts of proposed legislation, regulations and laws, and applicable standards and practices. Develops, implements, and audits procedures, practices, and policies. Consults with federal and state regulating agencies.
• Work with key constituents within the University to develop procedures, educational materials, website content, and best practices to strengthen research security and export controls programs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for advice, resources, education, and coordination of export compliance and research security compliance, including regular technology screening activities, as well as faculty and staff education and outreach about export compliance, NSPM-33, CUI policies and related topics.
• Develops, maintains, and implements campus-wide Research Security and Export Control trainings.
• Implement and administer procedures for exports, deemed exports, travel, and shipping and Assists researchers in developing and implementing Technology Control Plans.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Good organizational skills and ability to multi-task within a compliance program comprehensively, working independently with a high degree of self-motivation, accuracy and efficiency, with little or no direct oversight of day-to-day operations by supervisor.
2. Expert knowledge and skill in applying and interpreting applicable local, state, and federal regulations and related standards, guidelines and, as applicable, campus policy.
3. Advanced analytical skills and ability to organize, prioritize, and manage high-level and complex projects within time constraints.
4. Must be Eligible for a U.S. government security clearance if required for access to controlled research, technology, and software.
5. Bachelor’s degree in related field; supplemented with at least two (2) years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Leadership experience.
2. In-depth understanding of ITAR, EAR, OFAC regulations, and federal contracting requirements.
3. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively.
4. Proven experience in developing and implementing research security and compliance programs.
5. Advanced degree (Ph.D., JD, MA, MS) or equivalent combination of education and experience.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Strong problem-solving abilities, organizational capabilities, and team-building skills.
• Strong personal and collaboration skills to develop and retain partnerships with stakeholders.
• Proven institutional management skills, exceptional ethical values, and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This position is supported by grants and contracts and while the need for this position is expected to be long-term, the nature of the position will evolve with the specific needs of externally funded projects.

Successful candidate must be able to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws, which may require proof that candidate is a U.S. person. Per 22 CFR §120.15, U.S. person means a person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties?: No

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: Upon completion of a successful search.

Position End Date (if temporary):

Open Date:

Close Date:

Applications will be:

Screening of applications will begin on August 7, 2024; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Special Instructions

Successful candidate must be able to comply with the federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws, which may require proof that candidate is a U.S. person. Per 22 CFR §120.15, U.S. person means a person who is a lawful permanent resident as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) or who is a protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5488812