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University of Texas at Austin is hiring a Cybersecurity and Compliance Senior Manager or Director, Texas Institute for Electronics. The role leads the cybersecurity compliance program for the institute, a UT Austin-supported semiconductor consortium working with defense and government partners, covering the handling of Controlled Unclassified Information (sensitive but unclassified government data) and federal contract requirements. The position works on site in Austin and partners with executive leadership, engineering, manufacturing, IT, and government stakeholders.

Highlights

Establish and run enterprise-wide cybersecurity compliance strategies for CUI environments and federal contracts, serving as the senior compliance authority for CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-53, the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and DFARS.
Lead readiness for CMMC Level 2 and future certification assessments, and brief executive leadership and government stakeholders on risk, compliance posture, and audit readiness.
Maintain compliance across CUI systems, cloud environments, and engineering platforms, including boundary definition, data-flow mapping, and POA&M management.
Provide cybersecurity governance for semiconductor fabrication, packaging, testing, and R&D environments, setting security requirements for manufacturing execution systems, SCADA and industrial control systems, cleanroom infrastructure, and vendor connectivity.
Lead enterprise risk assessments, direct internal and external cybersecurity audits, and oversee supplier cybersecurity reviews and remediation programs.
Partner with Security Operations on continuous monitoring, vulnerability and configuration management, and incident response for regulated systems.
Build and lead a cybersecurity compliance and GRC team, mentoring ISSOs, auditors, and compliance analysts while managing budgets, roadmaps, and staffing plans.
Senior Manager level requires US citizenship, 15+ years in IT and cybersecurity, 5+ years leading compliance or GRC programs, and a master's degree in a related field; the Director level requires 20+ years and experience leading federal programs through a CMMC Level 2 external audit.
Preferred certifications include CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CGRC, Security+, CCSP, and Certified CMMC Professional or Assessor.
On-site Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week, with on-call work and occasional nights and weekends required.

Cybersecurity and Compliance Senior Manager or Director, Texas Institute for Electronics Full Description

Job Posting Title:

Cybersecurity and Compliance Senior Manager or Director, Texas Institute for Electronics

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Hiring Department:

Texas Institute for Electronics

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

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FLSA Status:

To Be Determined at Offer

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Earliest Start Date:

Ongoing

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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Job Details:

About Us

The Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, pre-eminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth.

Join the Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE) and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing.

With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we’re at the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin — named “America’s Coolest City” by Expedia and “The Best Place to Live in the U.S.” by U.S. News and World Report — the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city’s innovative spirit.

UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include:

Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options
Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds
Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)
Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities
Tuition assistance
Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets
Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card
Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

Purpose

TIE is looking for Manager or Director of Cybersecurity Compliance to work on site in Austin, TX, and support the strategy and introduction of products based on unique and highly differentiated capabilities of a preeminent foundry for semiconductor systems and defense electronics companies. The Director of Cybersecurity Compliance will lead the strategic development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization's cybersecurity compliance program supporting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), regulated manufacturing environments, and federal contract requirements. This individual will oversee the governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) framework for semiconductor manufacturing operations, research laboratories, engineering systems, operational technology (OT), and enterprise infrastructures.

This role will partner with executive leadership, engineering, manufacturing, facilities, IT, and government stakeholders to ensure compliance while enabling business growth, intellectual property protection, and operational resilience.

This position will be responsible for ensuring information systems follow government and their internal regulations while meeting program demands and operating in an accredited state.

Responsibilities

Cybersecurity Compliance Leadership:

Establish and execute enterprise-wide cybersecurity compliance strategies supporting CUI environments and federal contracts.
Serve as the senior compliance authority for CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-53, NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), DFARS, and related regulatory requirements.
Lead organizational readiness efforts for CMMC Level 2 and future certification assessments.
Develop governance frameworks, policies, standards, and procedures supporting secure handling of CUI and other sensitive information assets.
Brief executive leadership and government stakeholders on cybersecurity risks, compliance posture, remediation activities, and audit readiness.

CUI & Government Program Security:

Maintain compliance across all CUI information systems, enclaves, cloud environments, and engineering platforms.
Oversee CUI boundary definition, system scoping, data-flow mapping, and asset inventory.
Ensure secure storage, transmission, retention, and destruction of CUI in accordance with federal requirements.
Collaborate with program teams supporting DoD, DARPA, and other government initiatives.
Guide implementation of security controls and POA&M management activities.

Semiconductor Manufacturing & Operational Technology Security:

Provide cybersecurity governance for semiconductor fabrication, packaging, testing, and R&D environments.
Partner with manufacturing engineering, facilities, automation, and MES teams to implement secure OT practices.
Establish security requirements for: Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES); Equipment automation platforms; SCADA and industrial control systems; Cleanroom operational infrastructure; Supply chain and vendor connectivity; HPC and engineering compute environments
Develop cybersecurity standards for semiconductor tools, vendor integrations, and production networks.

Risk Management & Audit Oversight:

Lead enterprise risk assessments and control evaluations.
Direct internal and external cybersecurity audits.
Manage remediation programs, vulnerability assessments, and control validation activities.
Track security metrics, compliance KPIs, and regulatory obligations.
Oversee third-party risk management and supplier cybersecurity reviews.

Security Operations & Continuous Monitoring:

Partner with Security Operations to establish continuous monitoring programs.
Oversee compliance-related vulnerability management, configuration management, and endpoint security initiatives.
Ensure audit logs, monitoring tools, and evidence repositories support compliance objectives.
Guide incident response activities involving regulated systems and CUI assets.

Team Leadership:

Build and lead a high-performing cybersecurity compliance and GRC organization.
Mentor cybersecurity professionals, ISSOs, auditors, and compliance analysts.
Manage budgets, compliance roadmaps, staffing plans, and external consulting engagements.
Foster a culture of cybersecurity awareness and accountability throughout manufacturing operations.

Required Qualifications

Senior Manager

US Citizen
At least fifteen years of experience in IT and cybersecurity
At least ten years of cybersecurity experience with at least: Five years leading cybersecurity compliance or GRC programs, and, Three years supporting regulated or government-contracted environments
Master’s Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
Demonstrated expertise implementing: CMMC 2.0; NIST SP 800-171; NIST 800-53; NIST Cybersecurity Framework; Risk Management Framework (RMF)
Experience managing audits, assessments, and accreditation activities.
Experience developing and managing Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms).
Strong understanding of identity management, vulnerability management, incident response, and secure architecture principles.
Experience presenting technical and compliance risks to executive leadership.

Director

US Citizen
At least twenty years of experience in IT and cybersecurity.
At least fifteen years of cybersecurity experience with at least: five years leading cybersecurity compliance or GRC programs. three years supporting regulated or government-contracted environments. five years of mentoring and leading Sr. managers and Sr Compliance analyst.
Experience in leading federal programs thru CMMC level 2 external audit.
Plus, all remaining qualifications from Senior Manager level.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

More than the required experience as outlined above.
Certification in: CISSP; CISM; CISA; CRISC; CGRC (formerly CAP); Security+; CCSP; Certified CMMC Professional (CCP); Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA)

Salary Range

TIE pays industry competitive salaries

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday (specify if schedule is 8am to 5pm, or flexible between 7am and 6pm, etc.)
On-call work required (specify any details, such as frequency, rotation)
Occasional/frequent nights/weekends required (specify frequency and any other details)

Working Conditions

May work around standard office conditions
May work around electrical and mechanical hazards
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
Use of manual dexterity (ex: using a mouse)

Required Materials

Letter of Interest
Resume/CV
3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015.

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