Chief of Research Security Strategy and Policy

This position is for the Chief of Research Security Strategy and Policy in the Office of the Director at the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). For more information about the Office of the Director and the work of the Office of the Chief Research Security Strategy and Policy, please click here: Office of the Director (OD) | NSF - U.S. National Science Foundation

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), an independent agency of the Federal Government, is authorized and directed to initiate and support basic scientific research and education programs, strengthen scientific research potential and science education programs, appraise the impact of research upon industrial development and upon the general welfare, award scholarships and graduate fellowships, support cutting-edge research facilities and infrastructure, and foster the interchange of scientific information among scientists in the U.S. and foreign countries. The Office of the Chief of Research Security Strategy and Policy (OCRSSP) identifies risks to the U.S. research enterprise and develops research security policy and best practices to address and mitigate those risks. The CRSSP leads the office and serves as the Foundation's principal advisor to the Director, Deputy Director, and Chief Science Officer on all aspects of research security. The CRSSP provides executive leadership and agency-wide strategic direction to protect the integrity and security of NSF-supported research while enabling secure and responsible international scientific collaboration. The incumbent directs the formulation, coordination, and implementation of NSF research security policies applicable to the NSF workforce, awardee institutions, and the broader research community. The CRSSP leads NSF's engagement with other federal agencies, the scientific community, and international counterparts on research security strategy and policy, and represents the Foundation in congressional engagements, interagency policy deliberations, professional meetings, and international forums, including relevant National Science Technology Council and White House research and technology protection activities. In leading OCRSSP, the incumbent directs the office's personnel, resources, and contractor-supported activities. The CRSSP establishes office priorities, sets performance expectations, and ensures accountability for mission delivery.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Subject to a 1-year SES probationary period (unless already completed). Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency. If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so. May be subject to pre-employment and random drug tests. Must file a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report OGE-278e within 30 days of appointment and annually from then on. You may be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. There are three key documents that contain important information about your rights and obligations. Please read and retain these documents: Noncriminal Justice Applicant's Privacy Rights, for those who undergo an FBI fingerprint-based criminal history record check for personnel vetting, which includes Rap Back. FD-258 Privacy Act Statement - FBI (this is the same statement used when your fingerprints are submitted as part of your background investigation). SEAD-3-Reporting-U.pdf (dni.gov), (applicable to those who hold a sensitive position or have eligibility for access to classified information).

Please refer to the Qualifications section.