Research Security Consultant

Job Summary

To support university clients in enhancing their research security and export controls compliance programs, the full-time Research Security Consultant will implement and maintain compliance initiatives, serve as a subject matter expert, and collaborate with various functional leaders while working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Implement and oversee research security and export controls compliance programs, ensuring adherence to federal regulations and institutional policies
• Conduct risk assessments, develop work plans, and manage the export control license process with federal agencies
• Build collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, and external parties to promote a culture of compliance and ethics in research activities

Required qualifications

• In-depth understanding of ITAR, EAR, OFAC regulations, and federal contracting requirements
• Proven experience in developing and implementing research compliance programs or global trade compliance
• A Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments
• Experience in interpreting federal regulations and developing training materials