Director, Research Security
State University of New York at Buffalo, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
UB’s Sr. Vice President for Research, Innovation and Economic Development is establishing the university’s Office of Research Security and, in partnership with the office of the Chief Information Officer, is developing a comprehensive Research Security Program.
The Sr. VP for Research, Innovation and Economic Development is hiring a Director of Research Security who will develop and lead UB’s strategy for protecting sensitive research data, overseeing policy, compliance, and risk management. They will work with leadership, faculty and staff to balance data access with robust security and ethical guidelines.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, strategic leader who will engage directly with our research community to reinforce standard practices, bridge organizational silos, and champion a culture of secure, compliant, and risk-aware research innovation. This position reflects UB’s commitment to integrating cybersecurity, research administration, and compliance culture under a unified, researcher-centric vision.
Responsibilities
Lead the development, management, promotion, and oversight of UB’s comprehensive Research Security Program.
Serve as Director of the Office of Research Security, reporting to the Sr. Associate Vice President for Research (SAVPR).
Coordinate with key leadership within VPRED, within the Office of the CIO, and with Research Foundation for SUNY (RF) on all matters relating to foreign influences, export controls, conflicts of interest/commitment, data security, and controlled unclassified information (CUI).
Lead compliance efforts, in connection with the Office of the CIO, as it relates to research needs and regulatory requirements.
Provide supervision and mentoring for staff. Identify training opportunities to promote development of staff skills.
Hire team to staff the Office of Research Security to provide comprehensive services to UB’s research community.
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our
benefit packages .
About The University at Buffalo The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the
University at Buffalo .
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and five (5) years of full-time experience in research, research administration, and/or another relevant field (export compliance, foreign influence reviews, sponsored program administration, etc.).
Generalized knowledge of federal regulatory requirements as they relate to research security including foreign influence and export controls.
Experience creating policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and sponsor applicable research security requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in business, science discipline, law, or related field.
Proven leadership in a university setting or related field.
Federal compliance expertise. Deep understanding of
Foreign Influence and Talent Recruitment Programs (NSPM -33)
Export Control regulations (EAR, ITAR)
Agency-specific requirements (NSF, NIH, DoD)
Experience developing trainings and/or safety plans.
Physical Demands
Salary Range
Salary Range $125,000 - $150,000
Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours
37.5
Campus
Campus As Assigned
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Contact Information
Contact's Name
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title
HR & Finance Assistant
Contact's Email
Contact's Phone
716-645-0312
Posting Dates
Posted 01/20/2026
Date to be filled
References
Number of references required
3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
Faculty
Faculty Student Association (FSA)
Research Foundation Employee
State Classified
State Professional
UB Foundation
TA/GA
Student
No Current Employment Affiliation
* How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
AcademicKeys.com
CareerExposure.com
CareerWomen.com
Chronicle of Higher Education
DiversitySearch.com
GoogleJobs.com
HERCjobs.org
HigherEdJobs.com
IMDiversity.com
Indeed.com
LinkedIn.com
MBACareers.com
Conference
Personal Referral
UBJobs.buffalo.edu
Other
* Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
Yes
No
UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at diversity@buffalo.edu or by phone 716-645-2266.
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The Sr. VP for Research, Innovation and Economic Development is hiring a Director of Research Security who will develop and lead UB’s strategy for protecting sensitive research data, overseeing policy, compliance, and risk management. They will work with leadership, faculty and staff to balance data access with robust security and ethical guidelines.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative, strategic leader who will engage directly with our research community to reinforce standard practices, bridge organizational silos, and champion a culture of secure, compliant, and risk-aware research innovation. This position reflects UB’s commitment to integrating cybersecurity, research administration, and compliance culture under a unified, researcher-centric vision.
Responsibilities
Lead the development, management, promotion, and oversight of UB’s comprehensive Research Security Program.
Serve as Director of the Office of Research Security, reporting to the Sr. Associate Vice President for Research (SAVPR).
Coordinate with key leadership within VPRED, within the Office of the CIO, and with Research Foundation for SUNY (RF) on all matters relating to foreign influences, export controls, conflicts of interest/commitment, data security, and controlled unclassified information (CUI).
Lead compliance efforts, in connection with the Office of the CIO, as it relates to research needs and regulatory requirements.
Provide supervision and mentoring for staff. Identify training opportunities to promote development of staff skills.
Hire team to staff the Office of Research Security to provide comprehensive services to UB’s research community.
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our
benefit packages .
About The University at Buffalo The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the
University at Buffalo .
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and five (5) years of full-time experience in research, research administration, and/or another relevant field (export compliance, foreign influence reviews, sponsored program administration, etc.).
Generalized knowledge of federal regulatory requirements as they relate to research security including foreign influence and export controls.
Experience creating policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all Federal, State, and sponsor applicable research security requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in business, science discipline, law, or related field.
Proven leadership in a university setting or related field.
Federal compliance expertise. Deep understanding of
Foreign Influence and Talent Recruitment Programs (NSPM -33)
Export Control regulations (EAR, ITAR)
Agency-specific requirements (NSF, NIH, DoD)
Experience developing trainings and/or safety plans.
Physical Demands
Salary Range
Salary Range $125,000 - $150,000
Additional Salary Information
The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours
37.5
Campus
Campus As Assigned
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting?
No
Contact Information
Contact's Name
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title
HR & Finance Assistant
Contact's Email
Contact's Phone
716-645-0312
Posting Dates
Posted 01/20/2026
Date to be filled
References
Number of references required
3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
Faculty
Faculty Student Association (FSA)
Research Foundation Employee
State Classified
State Professional
UB Foundation
TA/GA
Student
No Current Employment Affiliation
* How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
AcademicKeys.com
CareerExposure.com
CareerWomen.com
Chronicle of Higher Education
DiversitySearch.com
GoogleJobs.com
HERCjobs.org
HigherEdJobs.com
IMDiversity.com
Indeed.com
LinkedIn.com
MBACareers.com
Conference
Personal Referral
UBJobs.buffalo.edu
Other
* Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
Yes
No
UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at diversity@buffalo.edu or by phone 716-645-2266.
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