Export-Controlled Projects Administrator, Steward Observatory

In conjunction with UA Export Control, use extensive knowledge to develop, implement, manage, maintain, track, and audit export control processes and procedures within department research programs. Consult with the Export Control Office and Research Security team on the interpretation and understanding of export and security matters. Maintain a thorough understanding of current ORP Export Control practices and applicable regulatory requirements and guidelines. Coordinate departmental activities with UA Export Control. Coordinate with, and provides problem solving assistance and guidance to, department programs to achieve objectives while complying with export control requirements, including communicating and sharing Export Control policy with faculty, program managers, technical staff, and students. Lead technical contact and coordination with Steward Observatory for export and security matters, and as the principal departmental representative to the UA Export Control Office, from assisting with Technology Control Plans to reviewing flagged procurement transactions. Interact with Principal Investigators, Project Managers, and technical staff, as well as the UA Export Control Office personnel, to coordinate project export activities that ensure optimum efficiency, collaboration, compliance with policy, and recordkeeping. Collect, process, and provide comprehensive standard and regular reporting to the Associate Director concerning the status of programs, as well as any compliance issues. Assist with review, analysis, and recommendations for data and computing security, as well as participating in the design and development of building protocols and logistics, including the support of Technology Control Plans, providing oversight of shared spaces and conference rooms, and establishing visitor protocols. Prepare, maintain, and submit budget for Steward Export Control, as well as assist with proposing, budgeting, and overseeing project export control efforts. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Ability to effectively communicate complex regulatory, technical, and policy information clearly to a wide range of audiences, including faculty, staff, and students. Ability to handle export-controlled information, controlled unclassified information, and other confidential and sensitive information. Knowledge of export control regulations (e.g., ITAR/EAR) and compliance requirements within a research environment. Knowledge and skills to develop Technology Control Plans. Ability to work within secure computer environments and utilize both institutional and departmental maintenance and record keeping software. Knowledge of research security practices, including data, computing, and physical security. Ability to oversee, manage, and report on large, diverse sets of departmental programs. Skill in coordinating activities across multiple stakeholders to ensure compliance and program effectiveness. Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail