Job Description

Director, Research Security Support Services

Agency

Texas A&M University System Offices

Department

Research Security Office

Commensurate

College Station, Texas

Staff

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.

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.