The University of Georgia Hiring for Director for Research Security and Export Control at Athens Area Full Time

Posting Number:

S11058P

Working Title:

Director for Research Security and Export Control

Department:

VPR-Research Compliance Admin

About the University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

Posting Type:

External

Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP

Employment Type:

Employee

Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time:

Full Time

Additional Schedule Information:

Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Advertised Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date:

09/21/2023

Open until filled:

Yes

Proposed Starting Date:

11/01/2023

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).

Classification Title:

Director. Subdivision/Unit AD

FLSA:

Exempt

FTE:

1.00

Minimum Qualifications:

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Position Summary:

The University of Georgia seeks a dynamic and experienced person to serve as the Director for Research Security and Export Control. This incumbent is responsible for directing a university-wide program in the Office of Research. This position involves national security clearance.
The University of Georgia (UGA) is creating a Research Security and Export Control program, and we are seeking an experienced Director to establish and build the program. The Director will manage the essential functions of the Office of Research Security and Export Control (ORSEC) to oversee export compliance for the entire University and ensure the effective implementation of research security measures to meet National Security Presidential Memo-33 (NSPM-33) and National Industrial Security Program requirements. More specifically, the Director is responsible for developing, managing, and coordinating the University-wide processes that ensure UGA is compliant with all research security laws and regulations, which include the areas of export controls, foreign influence vulnerabilities, international collaborations and international travel, cyber and information security, and facility clearance and physical security.

Additionally, the Director will serve as UGA’s Empowered Official under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). The Director will assist faculty and staff in complying with NSPM-33 and all pertinent laws and regulations. In a university setting, these laws and regulations present a unique challenge because they necessitate balancing national security concerns with traditional concepts of academic freedom.

The individual will report to the Associate Vice President for Research in the Office of Research Integrity and Safety and play an integral role in the strategic expansion of research security infrastructure across the University. The Director will collaborate with the leadership of UGA units for strategic planning, program development, and special projects to meet the Program’s goals. The Director will serve on the UGA Research Data Management Advisory Committee.

The Director will be the backup for the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO). Should this be, the Director would report directly to the Vice President for Research for the limited purpose of the FSO role. Candidates who could not immediately serve as UGA’s backup FSO but are otherwise qualified and are willing to become credentialed are strongly encouraged to apply. UGA would support the process to become cleared upon hire.

The employee will possess technical knowledge balanced with soft skills, including managing complex projects, strong interpersonal abilities, compelling messaging, and a thorough understanding of academic and research environments. Organized, complete, and timely follow-ups are essential. Informed by an ongoing outreach and gap analysis, excellent project management skills will be crucial in establishing and maintaining critical programmatic elements of policy, processes, and training that meet the needs of the UGA research enterprise.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Export control and related experience in an academic research institution.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply federal regulations as they pertain to academic, research, and business operations.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with faculty, staff, and students in a highly diverse, multicultural environment.
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple work demands, prioritize objectives, and exercise independent judgment based on organizational policies and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; facility in compiling presentation materials; and ability to interact diplomatically with University personnel at all levels.
• Ability to analyze complex compliance situations and identify workable, risk-based solutions with crucial University stakeholders.

Physical Demands:

• Sitting for long periods of time in front of a computer.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?:

No

Is this a Position of Trust?:

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?:

No

Does this position require a P-Card? :

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy:

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Export Control and Economic Sanctions
Develop, implement, manage, and maintain all core export compliance procedures informing academic, research, and operational activities to include (but not limited to) the following:

• Restricted party screening.
• International shipping, including export classification, preparation of license authorizations, use of license exceptions, and the pursuit of methods to centralize export control review of international shipping.
• Deemed Export reviews associated with visa sponsorship, access to lab and research facilities, the performance of industry and service contracts, and identification of procurement-related risks.
• Grant and contract reviews for export control requirements and coordination of data security requirements with export control solutions.
• Technology Control Plans to address publication and citizenship restrictions as well as access restrictions to equipment or material.
• Preparation of Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System lists/queries, Commodity Jurisdiction requests, and other U.S. Government submissions.
• Visitor reviews vis-a-vis export-sensitive laboratories and facilities.
• Technology transfer reviews for intellectual property commercialization purposes and material transfer and non-disclosure agreements.
• Analysis of international agreements and inter-institutional opportunities.
• International travel reviews.
• Office of Foreign Assets Control-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.
• Controlled biologicals.
• Online distance education and international students.
• Interface with U.S. Government export control agencies as needed.
• Serve as UGA’s Empowered Official on all ITAR-related matters, including but not limited to preparing and submitting export license applications and advising on ITAR regulations.

Percentage of time:

45

Duties/Responsibilities:

National Industrial Security Program

• Oversee implementation and management of University compliance with National Industrial Security Program requirements.
• Work closely with Sponsored Projects Administration to identify contractor security classification specifications in classified research.
• Coordinate restricted research parameters on classified contracts and the Insider Threat Protection program.

Percentage of time:

10

Duties/Responsibilities:

Research Security and Undue Foreign Influence

• Develop and manage a Research Security Program using NSPM-33 agency guidance.
• Assist UGA in further developing its strategies to address research security and undue foreign influence, including consideration of Task Force or workgroup development, coordination of key stakeholders, recommending preventive measures, and monitoring progress.
• Assist with the development of policy and procedure related to faculty disclosure of foreign affiliations and related outside activities, working closely with the Office of Conflicts of Interest Review and Management, and the review of international visitors and partnerships for security risks.
• Partner with faculty and staff to support an understanding of vulnerable areas.
• Update senior leadership on all federal and state regulatory initiatives regarding research security and foreign influence concerns.
• Create web-based informational resources.

Percentage of time:

20

Duties/Responsibilities:

Training and resource development

• Develop a University-wide training program for faculty and staff related to NSPM-33 and as necessary for other research security and export compliance best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Resource development (website and other platforms).

Percentage of time:

10

Duties/Responsibilities:

Cybersecurity Coordination

• Partner closely with UGA’s Sponsored Projects and Enterprise Information Technology Services team to proactively address contracts with publication and data security provisions.
• Inform Principal Investigators and relevant enterprise-level and college, school, or unit-level information technology staff of the requirements under Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement 7012, 7019, 7020, Cybersecurity Maturity Mode Certification framework, and Controlled Unclassified Information/Covered Defense Information identification and assist in ensuring that appropriate System Security Plans are developed, as needed.

Percentage of time:

10

Duties/Responsibilities:

FSO and ITSPO

• After obtaining necessary national security clearances, serve as the backup Facility Security Officer and Insider Threat Program Senior Official.
• Co-lead efforts, working closely with the primary Facility Security Officer position, to ensure compliance as the University applies for and receives Facility Security Clearance.

Percentage of time:

5

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name:

Christopher King

Recruitment Contact Email:

[email protected]