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Senior Administrator
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Position Number: 5956411
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Administrative Vice Presidents

Senior Administrator
Lubbock
39990BR
Information Technology and CIO

Position Description
Performs managerial work providing direction and guidance in setting and achieving goals and objectives; developing policies; reviewing guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; establishing priorities, standards, and measurement tools for determining progress in meeting goals; coordinating and evaluating program activities; and establishing and monitoring budgets. May plan, assign, and supervise the work of others. Works under limited supervision with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Major/Essential Functions

Contract Review and Analysis: Review IT contracts to ensure compliance with FERPA regulations and IT security standards, Identify potential risks and issues related to data privacy and security within contractual agreements. Provide recommendations for contract modifications to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
FERPA Compliance: Ensure that contracts involving student data comply with FERPA regulations, including the protection of personally identifiable information (PII) and directory information. Collaborate with the legal and contracting teams to interpret FERPA requirements and apply them to contractual agreements.
IT Security Compliance: Assess contracts for adherence to IT security standards and best practices, including data protection, confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Work with IT security teams to identify and address potential vulnerabilities and risks in contractual agreements.
TX-RAMP Compliance: Ensure that contracts involving cloud computing services comply with TX-RAMP requirements, including security assessment, certification, and continuous monitoring. Collaborate with cloud service providers to ensure they meet TX-RAMP certification levels and maintain compliance.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including legal, IT, and procurement teams, to ensure a comprehensive review of contracts. Communicate effectively with vendors and external partners to address compliance-related concerns and negotiate contract terms.
Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of contract reviews, compliance assessments, and recommendations. Prepare and present reports on contract compliance status and identified risks to management.
Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on changes in FERPA regulations, TX-RAMP regulations, and IT security standards. Participate in training and professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge and skills in contract analysis and compliance.
Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and other IT Division Leadership.
Adheres to all appropriate institutional policies (including IT OPs) and other relevant internal departmental policies.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in area of expertise or closely related area required. Four years of experience in planning, developing, or implementing programs or research grants. Additional education may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in the education sector or with educational technology vendors.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Strong understanding of FERPA regulations, TX-RAMP regulations, and IT security standards.

Minimum Hire Rate
20.76

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.