Employment Opportunities

Seeking a Highly Skilled Security Manager for UDRI - Research Administration! The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI), a nationally recognized research center, is actively seeking a dynamic and experienced Security Manager to join our esteemed Research Administration division. As the Security Manager, you will assist the Facility Security Officer (FSO) in implementing the UDRI security program, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with government and organizational regulations and requirements. Apply today!

The Security Manager serves as the Alternate FSO and Alternate Contractor Special Security Officer (ACSSO). The Security Manager performs the following duties:

• Maintains documentation provided by the CSSO required for the continuing accreditation of the UDRI Sensitive Compartmented Area Facility (SCIF).
• Maintains a working knowledge of federal security regulations that apply to organizational compliance and contract execution as set forth in SCI security rules (ICDs), DOD security rules (NISPOM, 32 CFR Part 117) and other relevant authorities. Develops, documents, and implements processes and procedures for handling, safeguarding, and storing classified documentation, and for granting personnel and visitors access to classified materials.
• Ensures continuing clearance eligibility of the UDRI SCI and SAP briefed workforce.
• Continuously reviews local SCIF documentation for relevance and currency.
• As required, applies business-minded and risk-managed solutions to security issues and business challenges, and communicates observations and recommendations to leadership and business partners. Reviews solicitations, Requests for Proposals, proposals and contracts to provide security-related expertise, guidance, and implementation plans in accordance with NISPOM 32 CFR Part 117.
• Manages the SCI self-assessment programs and quarterly and semiannual compliance activities.
• Drafts outgoing DD 254 Contract Security Classification Specifications and reviews incoming DD 254s for accuracy and suitability.
• Responsible for responding to Science and Technology Protection Plan requirements including drafting and submitting SF 424s.
• Assists in the organization’s compliance with Controlled Unclassified Information requirements as outlined in DoD 5200.48 and other guidance.

• Bachelor's degree plus a minimum of 4 years of experience. The education requirement may be waived for a candidate with 6 years of experience with at least two of those years working with ICD 705 security requirements.
• Subject matter expertise in administering security programs.
• Experience conducting security self-inspections of varying complexity.
• Established relationships with Department of Defense customers and DCSA personnel.
• Knowledge of DoD and Federal Agencies' controlled unclassified information (CUI)/sensitive information security requirements.
• Experience with applicable security databases (DISS, NISS, etc.).
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a culturally diverse team in a growing organization.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Due to the nature of this position, U.S. citizenship is required and the candidate must be able to obtain and maintain an active Top Secret security clearance.

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• Active Industrial Security related professional certification.
• Experience working for a defense contractor with 400 or more employees.
• Experience engaging with local and/or national security organizations such as the National Classified Management Society (NCMS).
• Experience with the National Background Investigation Services (NBIS) system.

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Informed by this commitment, we seek to increase diversity, achieve equitable outcomes, and model inclusion across our campus community. As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, we will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity.