GA-AIM Project Lead

Augusta University

About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 9,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.

Location
Augusta University -
Our Health Sciences Campus:
1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

Our Summerville Campus:
2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904

College/Department Information
The Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center is the single largest investment in a cybersecurity facility in the nation to date. The $100 million facility will help to fill the current and growing shortage of cybersecurity talent in the state and nation. The Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center represents a unique public/private partnership that includes Augusta University, Augusta Technical College, the University System of Georgia's research institutions, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, and other state, federal, and private-sector partners working together to meet this workforce demand and to innovate, train, and strengthen defenses.

The state-of-the-art Center is located in the growing cybersecurity corridor in Augusta, Georgia, that is also home to the U.S. Army Cyber Command and Cyber School of Excellence at Fort Gordon. The Center is located on the downtown campus of Augusta University and houses the School of Computer and Cyber Sciences.

Job Summary
The GA-AIM Grant GCITC Project Lead is responsible for establishing, managing and executing the Cyber Risk Assessment and Training Program, which is part of the GA-AIM grant project funded by the federal Economic Development Administration. This position is responsible for hiring, training, and certifying student interns; directing manufacturing company assessments; developing get-well strategies; and coordinating the required training for assessed company personnel. The Project Lead will also serve as the interface between the GA-AIM Coalition partners, the Georgia Department of Economic Development, and the assessed companies. Additionally, the Project Lead is responsible for meeting all grant-associated reporting requirements.

*This position is supported by a grant, the continuation of employment is contingent on the funding availability and satisfactory performance.

Responsibilities
The duties include, bur are not limited to:

Program Management and Procedural Oversight - Provide oversight and management for the GCITC Cyber Risk Assessment and Training Program as part of the overall GA-AIM Grant Project (total $3.9M in grant funding). Liaise between GA-AIM project members, manufacturing companies/clients, external vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure deliverables, requirements, schedules, costs, and plans are organized and communicated. Manage the development and maintenance of efficient operational processes and procedures for both current and future initiatives through collaboration with appropriate stakeholders. Track and prepare all grant-related reporting requirements, to include both the budget and program deliverables

Mission Preparation and Execution - Hire, train, and supervise college/university interns to conduct cyber risk assessment and training activities. Work with appropriate industry partners to develop and utilize technical capabilities to maximize the effectiveness and efficiently of the cyber risk assessment and training program. Lead the cyber risk assessment and training teams - to include liaising with client leadership, conducting cyber risk assessments, in-briefs and out-briefs, facilitating applicable training, providing recommendations to clients, etc.

Strategic Planning and Program Sustainment - Develop a strategy and business plan that will monetize/sustain the cyber risk assessment and training program indefinitely (i.e. post grant funding). Conduct cyber risk assessments and training for non-grant funded clients as appropriate.

Other Duties - Perform any tasks/duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited college or university in the fields of information technology, cybersecurity, engineering, or a related field of study with 10 years' experience in IT/cybersecurity field.
OR
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in the fields of information technology, cybersecurity, engineering, or a related field of study with 12 years' experience in IT/cybersecurity field.

Preferred Qualifications
Project Management Professional certification
Experience conducting Information Technology compliance audits and/or cyber risk assessments for either the public or private sector
Experience working with Operational Technology or Industrial Control Systems (ICS/SCADA)
Experience communicating and working with Executive level leadership, elected officials, and a broad customer base
Direct experience leading a strategic, innovative project from start to finish

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of business management principles, budget formulation, and financial management

SKILLS
Exceptional leadership, team-building, and management skills
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
A continuous learner who stays current on evolving technology and cybersecurity threats
Understanding of IT/cybersecurity compliance, standards, and risk management frameworks
Effective risk management skills

ABILITIES
Ability to mentor others on both the technical and operational aspects of the missions
Experience with strategy development and implementation
Ability to comfortably work directly with leadership, administrators, staff, as well elected and appointed officials
Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines; interpret policies, analyze facts, make sensible recommendations and decisions; and maintain the utmost confidentiality involving matters of a sensitive nature
Ability to function effectively in a highly ambiguous environment

Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; Monday-Friday (Some work outside normal business hours may be required)
Pay Grade: 25
Salary: Minimum $80,202/year - Midpoint $112,283/year
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position

Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.

Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.

Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.

If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.

Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."

Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.

How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365

To apply, please visit: https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=12000&JobOpeningId=253796&PostingSeq=1



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