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Foundation Data Security Manager

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Auburn University

Auburn, AL (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 4 days ago (Updated 18 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/4/2026

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Job Description Overview Auburn University Advancement seeks candidates for the role of Foundation Data Security Manager! Reporting to the Director, Advancement IT, this individual is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the delivery of an information security program for the Auburn University Foundation's data and systems. This role protects Foundation and Advancement data and systems from threats, ensuring confidentiality, data integrity, and availability of information assets, and ensures compliance with university and regulatory requirements. Partners effectively with the university (OIT) cybersecurity team. Responsibilities Develops and manages the Foundation's information security program so that its policies, standards, and procedures both uphold Auburn University's institutional security expectations and address the Foundation's distinct operational needs. Serves as the primary cybersecurity resource in Advancement responding to active or potential cybersecurity threats for Advancement and Foundation systems. Evaluates threats and executes on the Foundation's Cybersecurity Response Plan, involving other Advancement and OIT staff as needed. Actively monitors system, data, and network security in collaboration with systems engineers. Identifies and resolves potential or actual data security threats. Collaborates with other Advancement IT staff, including systems engineers, as well as University (OIT) cybersecurity experts. Works collaboratively with members of the Advancement IT team to support and complement the team's collective work to provide a secure CRM environment, along with information security practices. In collaboration with the Advancement IT Infrastructure team, conducts and develops penetration testing, firewall and related infrastructure management, and network traffic analysis; prioritizes and tracks remediation efforts. Provides support for the annual AU Foundation audit for information security. Supports the AU Foundation's Information Security Officer role. Works with key Advancement staff to ensure an ongoing and consistent Foundation program of confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements. Maintains all confidentiality and data security documentation. Implements recommendations from AU Foundation counsel as related to data. Maintains a thorough understanding of Foundation-owned data and systems, and the business purposes for which they are used. Maintains an active understanding of current cybersecurity trends, including higher education foundation/advancement trends. Develops and delivers information awareness and training for Advancement staff. Actively collaborates with OIT partners on ongoing awareness and education programs for Advancement staff. Recommends data and system security strategies and plans in an evolving environment. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or IT 4 years of cybersecurity operations or incident response experience Contract Type Continuing Why Work at Auburn?
Life-Changing Impact:
Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
Culture of Excellence:
We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education. We're Here for
You:
Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
Sweet Home Alabama:
The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches. A Place for
Everyone:
Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged. Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle! Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.