Research Security Implementation Manager

3 weeks ago


Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Dalhousie University Full time
Job Summary

Dalhousie University, a leading research-intensive institution, is seeking a highly skilled Manager, Research Security Implementation to join its team. As a key member of the research security team, you will play a critical role in implementing strategies to meet the university's research security objectives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate the implementation of the Government of Canada's Policy on Sensitive Technology Research and Affiliations of Concern (STRAC), including the identification of Sensitive Technological Research Areas and affiliations with Named Research Organizations.
  • Collect data related to Conflicts of Interest and Conflicts of Commitment as it relates to Research Security and coordinate the submission of Researcher Attestations as required.
  • Conduct open source due diligence on potential collaborators in accordance with the Government of Canada's National Security Guidelines for Research Partnerships.
  • Develop risk mitigation strategies and commitments in line with Dalhousie processes and present these strategies to external funders.
  • Coordinate the completion of regulator requirements related to research and knowledge security regulations outlined in the Controlled Goods Program and the Contract Security Program as required.
  • Maintain awareness of the entire research and knowledge security portfolio, including domestic and international trends and assist in the development of specialized tools to advance Dalhousie's research security framework and agenda.
Required Qualifications
  • Undergraduate degree in a relevant field with a minimum of five years' experience in positions addressing administrative, process, and data collection in large complex organizations (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
  • Must be able to meet the requirements to be a Designated Official per the Controlled Goods Program guidelines.
  • Must be able to meet the requirements to be an Alternate Company Security Officer per the guidelines.
  • Experience working in a sensitive and complex work environment involving the protection of personal information.
  • Tact, sensitivity, and diplomacy, and well-developed interpersonal skills are essential for dealing with researchers and various stakeholders both internal and external to Dalhousie.
  • Must be able to advise on processes and procedures along the breadth of the complex research and knowledge security framework and complete complex and sensitive actions in a timely manner.
  • Proficient technological skills in MS Office suite, financial spreadsheets, database management, and electronic file transfer.
Assets
  • Demonstrated experience in conducting open source due diligence.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing risk management strategies.
  • Experience acting in the role of a Designated Official or an Alternate Company Security Officer.
Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie's core and leadership competencies in particular: Self-Awareness & Professionalism, Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Relationship Building, and Resource & Process Management.

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program, and a tuition assistance program.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above.



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