Research Cybersecurity Analyst (Information Security Analyst III)

Summary

This role supports research teams at a university by reviewing security requirements in research contracts and proposals, conducting risk and compliance assessments, and recommending practical security approaches. The analyst will coordinate security controls across cloud and on-premises research environments, assess security architectures and configurations, and develop compliance documentation including SSPs and POA&Ms. The role requires interpreting cybersecurity frameworks (NIST SP 800-171, CMMC, NIST SP 800-53) and communicating technical requirements to researchers and non-technical stakeholders across identity and access management, encryption, vulnerability management, and network security.