Director, Research Security Support Services

Job Title

Director, Research Security Support Services

Agency

Texas A&M University System Offices

Department

Research Security Office

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, nine state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience.

Job Description Summary:

Under general direction, the Director of Research Security Support Services provides system-wide leadership for research security program development, coordination, and operational support. Reporting to senior system research security leadership, the Director serves as a subject-matter expert, advancing a risk-based, mission-aligned approach that supports collaborative research and compliance with federal requirements across all member institutions.

Responsibilities:

The Director serves as a strategic compliance partner, supporting the development of effective research security programs and member support services.

- Develops, enhances, implements, and maintains effective broad-based research security framework.

- Lead the development, interpretation, and implementation of system-level research security policies, standards, and guidance.

- Ensure policies and processes remain responsive to evolving federal agency expectations, regulatory changes, and emerging threats.

- Oversee the delivery of research security support services provided to member institutions, including consultation, issue resolution, and escalation support.

- Develop communication strategies and resources that translate complex requirements into practical guidance for the research enterprise.

- Lead and mentor research security professionals and support staff, fostering professional development and collaboration across institutions.

- Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

- Ten years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Effective problem solver.

- Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively with others.

Other Requirements:

This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.