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The Opportunity:

UCF IT's Information Security Office seeks applications for an IT Security Compliance Manager. This position is responsible for overseeing day to day cybersecurity compliance for research identified to require adherence to federal standards and regulations such as DFARS 252.204-7012, NIST 800-171, NIST 800-53, HIPAA Security Rule, and Export Control/ITAR.

This position will lead a team of compliance analysts and risk assessors and oversee compliance administration activities within the Research Cyber Risk Management team of the Information Security Office. The Manager will ensure continuous monitoring tasks are conducted and deficiencies (if any) are identified and resolved, will support risk and security assessments, and will maintain system security plans. Additionally, this role will establish, review, and update cybersecurity compliance policies, procedures, and guidelines to meet current federal requirements.

Responsibilities:

Provides oversight for the review and tracking of contractual data protection requirements and completion of associated compliance activities for research contracts.
Leads compliance administration activities, ensuring continuous monitoring tasks are conducted and deficiencies (if any) are identified and resolved.
Works closely with Knight Shield Operations team, supporting risk and security assessments for the enclave and research projects, and maintenance of the Knight Shield System Security Plan.
Establishes, reviews, and updates cybersecurity compliance policies, procedures and guidelines to meet current federal requirements.
Employs federal standards and practices based on NIST, CSF, and DOD guides when planning, designing, and documenting the security controls and derived requirements to be implemented.
Communicates effectively with industry partners, university colleagues, and peer institutions to ensure compliance and information security initiatives of the Office are met.
Provides IT security consulting services and training for researchers and university entities.
Provides metrics/reports as required.
Stays abreast of current security concerns and changes in the federal landscape affecting cybersecurity.
Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 8 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience managing CUI in accordance with DFARS 7012, NIST SP 800-171, or NIST 800-53.
6+ years of experience with federal compliance frameworks and information security.
Interest in developing, documenting, and maintaining security policies, standards, and procedures.
Experience in university-based research projects.
Experience with federal agencies.
Information Security certification.
Strong Microsoft Office skills.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following qualities:

Demonstrated organizational abilities and attention to detail.
Demonstrated strong written and oral communication.
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

Additional Application Materials Required:

If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity here at UCF, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety and upload your most up-to-date resume.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

This position involves access to items or technical data governed by the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Under U.S. export control laws, ITAR-controlled technical data may only be disclosed within the United States to individuals who qualify as “U.S. Persons.” A “U.S. Person” includes U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (i.e., “green card” holders), and individuals granted asylum or refugee status in the United States.

As a result, applicants must meet the definition of a U.S. Person to be eligible for this role. Please note that UCF is unable to sponsor export licenses for applicants who do not meet these criteria. Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $126,000 to $143,000. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Classification Title: Manager, Information Security

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you’ll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you’ll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:

Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

Retirement savings options

Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

Education assistance

And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

Additional Requirements related to Research Positions:

Pursuant to Florida State Statute 1010.35, prior to offering employment to certain individuals in research-related positions, UCF is required to conduct additional screening. Applicants subject to additional screening include any citizen of a foreign country who is not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of education, employment, or training in China, Cuba, Iran, Russia, North Korea, Syria, or Venezuela.

The additional screening requirements only apply to research-related positions, including, but not limited to faculty, graduate positions, individuals compensated by research grants or contract funds, postdoctoral positions, undergraduate positions, visiting assistant professors, and visiting research associates.

Department

UCF IT Information Security Office

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$104,664.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

03-11-2026-12-00-AM

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 407-823-1336 or email onac@ucf.edu.

For general application or posting questions, please email talent@ucf.edu.