Research Technology & Security Director

The Research Technology & Security Director is a senior, highly autonomous leadership role embedded within the Research Institute and aligned to Information Technology (IT). This position is responsible for end-to-end ownership of research technology environments, including strategy, architecture, implementation, operations, and continuous improvement. This role carries executive-level authority to drive change, enforce standards, and resolve complex technical and regulatory challenges. The Director serves as the single point of accountability for ensuring that research environments are secure, compliant, scalable, and fully aligned with enterprise IT standards. The role requires a blend of regulatory expertise, technical depth, operational execution, and leadership presence. The individual must be equally comfortable designing enterprise architecture, interpreting federal mandates, and stepping into active incidents to resolve technical issues.

Required: Ten or more (10) years of experience in IT, cybersecurity, or research technology environments. Five or more (5) years in senior leadership roles with demonstrated authority to implement change.

Preferred: Experience in healthcare, academic, or life sciences research environments. Experience supporting large-scale enterprise transformations., Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field., Required: Deep expertise in federal research regulations and compliance frameworks. Strong technical background in infrastructure, cloud platforms, and security architecture. Experience with identity and access management, data protection, and system integration.

Proven ability to resolve complex technical issues in real-world environments. Experience operating within enterprise IT service management frameworks. Strong communication and executive presentation skills

Licensure

Preferred: Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, AWS, or Azure certifications

Work Environments - Functional Demand: Light - Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher).

Physical Activity Requirements:

Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation, Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations

Minimum $133,827 Midpoint $177,320 Maximum $220,792

Rate of pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, education, as well as position requirements.

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