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Working Title: Research Security Analyst
Career Progression Track: P00
Track Level: P2 - Developing
FLSA Code: Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code?: No
Standard Hours per Week: 40
Full Time or Part Time?: Full Time
Shift: Day
Work Schedule Summary: 8am - 5pm / Monday – Friday
VP Area: President
Department: 00639 - VP for Research
Location: Campus
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Pay Rate Range: $65,000 - $80,000
Close Date: 12/02/2026
Job Summary
The Privacy / Data Protection Analyst II monitors, analyzes, and reports on university compliance with internal policies, institutional business practices, and external government regulations regarding personal data, data privacy laws, and research security. This role provides operational support to ensure the university’s compliance with applicable laws regulating research security (e.g., foreign business relationships, foreign travel, and data security). Working under moderate supervision with latitude for independent judgment, the Analyst reviews university business practices, conducts data privacy audits, identifies areas of non-compliance, and assists in creating and implementing data protection plans to safeguard sensitive university assets and intellectual property.
Responsibilities
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Data Privacy Screening & Workflow Monitoring: Provides operational assistance with Restricted Party Screenings (RPS) and dynamic screening alerts through Visual Compliance to protect institutional data integrity. Reviews disclosures made through the University’s Business Relationship Reporting (BRR) system to identify data privacy risks and collaborates with the Office of Research Information Systems (ORIS) on BRR data process improvement and metric tracking in Tableau.
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Incident Investigation & System Disclosures: Manages the identification, submission, and resolution of data policy variances or non-compliance issues within BRR, ERICA, or associated disclosure systems. Manages the research security email account to address data inquiries and validates or rejects potential data privacy alerts routed from partnering entities (including OSP, TLO, OGC, and ARUP).
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Inter-Departmental Consultations & Process Streamlining: Coordinates data privacy and foreign influence consultations received from the Office of Global Health (OGH) and the Office of Global Engagement (OGE). Streamlines restricted party screening workflows and assists in securely transitioning internal offices to submission platforms within the university’s Electronic Research Integrity and Compliance Application (ERICA).
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Institutional Regulatory Reporting: Compiles, validates, and manages sensitive information to ensure timely and accurate institutional reporting of foreign contributions and research security metrics (e.g., Section 117, NSF FFDR). Works with University Advancement and OSP to maintain required portal access, execute scheduled reporting timelines, and process data corrections or back-reporting, as necessary.
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Privacy Training & Educational Development: Supports the development and implementation of educational programs, guidelines, and training materials in conjunction with the Office of Research Education (REd). Promotes robust data privacy awareness, data minimization, and regulatory compliance regarding foreign influence and export control programs for faculty, staff, and students.
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Scope of Work: Evaluates future operating systems for institutional research to ensure alignment with data protection and privacy needs. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity utilizing a moderate skill set, with defined latitude for independent judgment under moderate supervision. Identifies and participates in relevant professional development opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences
Leveraged open-source intelligence (OSINT) and specialized data tools to evaluate foreign affiliations, unstated financial ties, and malign foreign talent recruitment program participation, directly supporting institutional compliance with NSPM-33 disclosure and conflict-of-commitment requirements.
Type: Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
Job Title: Privacy / Data Protection Analysts
Working Title: Research Security Analyst
Career Progression Track: P00
Track Level: P2 - Developing
FLSA Code: Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code?: No
Standard Hours per Week: 40
Full Time or Part Time?: Full Time
Shift: Day
Work Schedule Summary: 8am - 5pm / Monday – Friday
VP Area: President
Department: 00639 - VP for Research
Location: Campus
City: Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment: External Posting
Pay Rate Range: $65,000 - $80,000
Close Date: 12/02/2026
Job Summary
The Privacy / Data Protection Analyst II monitors, analyzes, and reports on university compliance with internal policies, institutional business practices, and external government regulations regarding personal data, data privacy laws, and research security. This role provides operational support to ensure the university’s compliance with applicable laws regulating research security (e.g., foreign business relationships, foreign travel, and data security). Working under moderate supervision with latitude for independent judgment, the Analyst reviews university business practices, conducts data privacy audits, identifies areas of non-compliance, and assists in creating and implementing data protection plans to safeguard sensitive university assets and intellectual property.
Responsibilities
-
Data Privacy Screening & Workflow Monitoring: Provides operational assistance with Restricted Party Screenings (RPS) and dynamic screening alerts through Visual Compliance to protect institutional data integrity. Reviews disclosures made through the University’s Business Relationship Reporting (BRR) system to identify data privacy risks and collaborates with the Office of Research Information Systems (ORIS) on BRR data process improvement and metric tracking in Tableau.
-
Incident Investigation & System Disclosures: Manages the identification, submission, and resolution of data policy variances or non-compliance issues within BRR, ERICA, or associated disclosure systems. Manages the research security email account to address data inquiries and validates or rejects potential data privacy alerts routed from partnering entities (including OSP, TLO, OGC, and ARUP).
-
Inter-Departmental Consultations & Process Streamlining: Coordinates data privacy and foreign influence consultations received from the Office of Global Health (OGH) and the Office of Global Engagement (OGE). Streamlines restricted party screening workflows and assists in securely transitioning internal offices to submission platforms within the university’s Electronic Research Integrity and Compliance Application (ERICA).
-
Institutional Regulatory Reporting: Compiles, validates, and manages sensitive information to ensure timely and accurate institutional reporting of foreign contributions and research security metrics (e.g., Section 117, NSF FFDR). Works with University Advancement and OSP to maintain required portal access, execute scheduled reporting timelines, and process data corrections or back-reporting, as necessary.
-
Privacy Training & Educational Development: Supports the development and implementation of educational programs, guidelines, and training materials in conjunction with the Office of Research Education (REd). Promotes robust data privacy awareness, data minimization, and regulatory compliance regarding foreign influence and export control programs for faculty, staff, and students.
-
Scope of Work: Evaluates future operating systems for institutional research to ensure alignment with data protection and privacy needs. Conducts work assignments of increasing complexity utilizing a moderate skill set, with defined latitude for independent judgment under moderate supervision. Identifies and participates in relevant professional development opportunities.
Minimum Qualifications
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor’s degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).
Requires a bachelor’s (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master’s (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.
Preferences
Leveraged open-source intelligence (OSINT) and specialized data tools to evaluate foreign affiliations, unstated financial ties, and malign foreign talent recruitment program participation, directly supporting institutional compliance with NSPM-33 disclosure and conflict-of-commitment requirements.
Type: Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non-Discrimination page.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu
This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.
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Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
Australian cybersecurity certifications like OSCP, CREST, and university degrees are recognized in the U.S., but frame them against NIST and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks. U.S. hiring managers evaluate candidates against these standards, so align your resume language accordingly.
Target employers with active government contracts
Federal contractors and defense primes, think aerospace, intelligence, and critical infrastructure firms, regularly sponsor E-3 visa holders for security researcher roles. Many already have immigration counsel on retainer, which shortens the time between offer and LCA filing.
Search specifically for E-3 sponsorship using Migrate Mate
Most job boards don't filter by visa type. Migrate Mate lets you search Security Researcher roles where employers have active E-3 sponsorship history, so you're applying to positions that already have a clear path to authorization.
Clarify your clearance eligibility before applying
Some security researcher roles require a U.S. security clearance, which Australian citizens can't hold. Identify whether a role needs clearance upfront, roles focused on commercial vulnerability research, red team engagements, or product security rarely require it.
Push your employer to file the LCA before your start date
The DOL must certify your Labor Condition Application before your consulate appointment. LCA certification typically takes seven business days, but your employer needs to initiate it well before your intended start date to avoid gaps in your timeline.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to streamline your visa paperwork
Once you have a signed offer letter, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This is especially useful for first-time E-3 applicants who haven't worked with a U.S. employer's HR or legal team before.
E-3 Visa Security Researcher: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Security Researcher jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Most job postings don't specify E-3 sponsorship because employers often conflate it with H-1B. Use Migrate Mate to search Security Researcher roles filtered by employers with E-3 sponsorship history. From there, confirm sponsorship willingness directly during initial recruiter calls before investing time in the interview process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Security Researcher role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as computer science, cybersecurity, or information security. Roles focused on vulnerability research, penetration testing, malware analysis, or threat intelligence consistently meet the specialty occupation standard. Generalist IT support roles with a security component typically don't qualify.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Security Researcher roles?
The E-3 has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been reached, so there's no lottery and no random selection, your application is adjudicated on merit. The H-1B requires surviving a randomized lottery before any review occurs. For Australian security researchers, the E-3 offers a far more predictable path to U.S. employment without the uncertainty of multiple lottery rounds.
Can I switch Security Researcher employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but you need a new LCA certified by the DOL and a new visa stamp reflecting the new employer before you start working. If your current E-3 stamp is still valid for the same role classification, some consulates allow a streamlined interview. Plan for at least a few weeks between offer acceptance and your authorized start date with the new employer.