Research Security Specialist

Posting Details

• Posting Number: PG194797EP
• Internal Recruitment:
  No
• Working Title:
  
  Research Security Specialist
• Anticipated Hiring Range: $130,000 - $150,000
• Work Schedule:
  
  8:00 am - 5:00 pm; with additional hours as needed; on-call rotation is required
• Job Location:
  
  Raleigh, NC
• Department:
  Security & Compliance

The Security & Compliance Unit (S&C) within the Office of Information Technology (OIT) oversees the cybersecurity of the University’s systems and data in a manner consistent with industry best practices and the University’s IT compliance and IT risk management obligations. S&C develops and ensures compliance with cybersecurity policies/regulations/procedures, supports and oversees implementation of strategic information security initiatives, provides operational security services, and provides campus-wide vendor risk and license management.

S&C is also the functional lead for the university’s identity and access management program.

The Information Security Risk and Assurance (ISRA) team within the Office of Information Technology (OIT) Security & Compliance unit is a central point for managing university cyber, data, IT risk and compliance activities, such as but not limited to: DMCA, FERPA , GLBA , HEOA , HIPAA , ISO 27002, NC  Act, PCI - DSS , NIST 800-171, Red Flags Rule.

The team assists with IT strategic planning and cybersecurity service development and is primarily responsible for the implementation, guidance and maintenance of the following services:

• Security Consulting and Education
  • Data Management
  • IT Risk Management
  • Security Awareness and Training
  • Security Liaison Team Program Management
• Security Policy and Compliance
  • Data/System Access Reviews
  • Internal & External OIT Audit Coordination
  • Litigation Holds/eDiscovery and Records Retention
  • Research Data Security Consultation & Evaluation
  • Security Compliance Program Development, Management and Continuous Assessment
  • Security Policy, Regulations, Rules, and SOP Development
• Identity & Access Management Data Steward
  • Strategic and Tactical Planning
  • Business Analyst for IAM services (SAR , Password Self-Service, OIM , etc.)

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well‑being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical , Dental , and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work‑life balance with our Childcare benefits,
Wellness & Recreation Membership , and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer:
Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part‑Time or Full‑Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

• The IT Security Professional provides technical implementations and daily monitoring of the university’s complex IT environment in accordance with best practices and standards such as NIST 800-171, CMMC , CUI , NIST 800-53, PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards), DMCA , FERPA , GLBA , HIPAA , etc. Responsibilities include cybersecurity reviews, risk assessments, risk management, data management, policies/standards and guidelines, cybersecurity awareness and training, audit coordination and project management.

• Specifically, this position reviews, coordinates and monitors information technology security controls that protect confidentiality, integrity and availability of the organization’s controlled secure research data in accordance with contractual, legal, regulatory and institutional requirements. The position is responsible for ensuring that users with access to secure research data receive appropriate training.
• The position consults with faculty/researchers, college/unit IT staff, applicable OIT staff, applicable…