UT MD Anderson

Lead high-impact innovation programs ensuring alignment with institutional goals and oversee team deliverables across scope, cost, schedule, and quality. | Requires 7+ years project management experience, strong leadership in enterprise innovation, technology or data initiatives, and a bachelor's degree (master's preferred). | Project Director of Innovation The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Project Director of Innovation within the CTDO Project Management Department, part of the Technology, Data & Innovation (TDI) PMO. The Project Director of Innovation is responsible for leading high-impact programs and overseeing team deliverables across scope, cost, schedule, and quality. This Project Director of Innovation serves as a strategic liaison between portfolio leaders and project sponsors, translating vision into execution while ensuring alignment with institutional goals. Within this environment, the CTDO Project Management Department supports enterprise innovation through structured program delivery, best-in-class project management practices, and cross-functional collaboration to advance technology and data-driven initiatives. The ideal candidate brings advanced education and a strong foundation in project and program leadership, with extensive experience delivering enterprise-wide innovation, technology, or data initiatives. This individual demonstrates expertise in managing complex implementations, leading teams, and driving results across full project lifecycles, with a track record of innovation in areas such as emerging technologies, automation, or advanced data platforms. Minimum $146,500- Midpoint $183,500 - Maximum $219,500 Work Location: Hybrid onsite/remote schedule Why Us? At UT MD Anderson, the Project Director of Innovation plays a critical role in advancing transformative initiatives that directly impact patient care, research, and operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to lead cutting-edge programs, collaborate with senior leadership, and shape the future of technology and innovation within a mission-driven environment that values professional growth and balanced work practices. • Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. • Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options. • Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups. • Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs. Responsibilities Leadership & Strategic Alignment • Motivate, inspire, and guide workforce and project teams toward shared goals • Provide oversight of team performance and ensure successful delivery of all project outcomes • Lead recruitment and hiring of qualified personnel • Align initiatives with organizational objectives and support portfolio-level planning • Translate strategic vision into actionable project plans and deliverables Business & Stakeholder Management • Apply business acumen to evaluate industry trends and financial impacts • Engage stakeholders to demonstrate value, manage expectations, and ensure alignment • Participate in customer meetings to maintain operational awareness and requirements • Provide project management support ensuring accurate, timely, and consistent data Program & Project Execution • Manage large, complex programs and multiple projects across full lifecycle phases • Define project expectations, deliverables, and stakeholder roles • Document decisions, changes, and implementation activities • Collaborate with technical teams to define requirements, architecture, and solutions • Coordinate testing, training, and development of production support models Resource, Financial & Risk Management • Oversee allocation of human, financial, and operational resources • Facilitate resource capacity discussions with leadership and stakeholders • Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis activities • Monitor and report comprehensive financial performance of programs • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks to maintain schedule, scope, and budget Operational Excellence & Communication • Communicate expectations, timelines, and challenges clearly across stakeholders • Resolve issues escalated by direct and indirect reports • Continuously improve processes, tools, and best practices • Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and vendors • Foster adaptability and responsiveness in dynamic project environments EDUCATION • Required: Bachelor's degree • Preferred: Master's degree. Work Experience • Required: 7 years Project management experience to include five years experience in application and/or infrastructure services. • May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis. • Successful completion of the LEADing Self Accelerate and/or LEADing Self Discover programs may substitute for one year of required supervisory or management experience. Completion of both programs can be substituted for a maximum of two years of supervisory or management experience. • Preferred: • Direct experience leading end-to-end full- cycle enterprise Innovation implementations. • Have at least seven years of experience leading through implementation large-scale and high-complex programs and/or projects that were implemented enterprise-wide. • Program/project management experience with vendor management, defining project scopes, planning detailed schedules, budget cost control, quality management, execution of defined deliverables, monitoring/reporting back and closing programs/projects. • Have at least 8-10 years of experience with implementing technology, data and/or innovation solutions and must have excellent communication skills, be self-driven and proactive. • Proven track record leading innovation, R&D, or emerging-tech initiatives (e.g., AI/ML, automation, cloud modernization, IoT, data platforms) OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html Additional Information • Requisition ID: 181117 • Employment Status: Full-Time • Employee Status: Regular • Work Week: Days • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 146,500 • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 183,000 • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 219,500 • FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay • Fund Type: Hard • Work Location: Remote (within Texas only) • Pivotal Position: Yes • Referral Bonus Available?: Yes • Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

Lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity risk management and governance programs including AI security initiatives. | 7+ years cybersecurity experience with leadership in risk management, knowledge of NIST, HIPAA, HITRUST, and preferred CISSP/CISM certifications. | The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a highly skilled Principal Cybersecurity Analyst to serve as a technical authority within its Cybersecurity department. The Principal Cybersecurity Analyst plays a critical role in shaping and advancing enterprise-wide governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) programs, with expanded accountability for emerging AI security and governance initiatives. This role operates at a strategic and architectural level while also ensuring operational effectiveness across cybersecurity risk management practices. The Principal Cybersecurity Analyst contributes directly to safeguarding sensitive data, maintaining regulatory compliance, and strengthening the organization's security posture through innovative, data-driven risk management and governance strategies. The Principal Cybersecurity Analyst serves as a trusted advisor, architect, and leader within the cybersecurity function. The ideal candidate brings advanced education in information systems or cybersecurity, extensive experience leading enterprise risk management or GRC programs, and strong knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, HIPAA, and HITRUST. Preferred candidates will also have hands-on experience assessing AI/ML risk, strong executive communication skills, and certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or PMP. Minimum $123,000 - Midpoint $154,000 - Maximum $185,000 Work Location: Remote 100% Why Us? At UT MD Anderson, the Principal Cybersecurity Analyst plays an essential role in advancing cybersecurity innovation in a mission-driven healthcare environment. This position offers the opportunity to shape enterprise risk strategy, influence executive decision-making, and lead emerging AI governance practices, all while supporting an organization dedicated to saving lives. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, professional development opportunities, and a strong commitment to work-life balance. • Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. • Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options. • Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups. • Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs. Responsibilities Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Architecture & Risk Management Program Leadership • Serve as principal architect and subject matter expert for enterprise GRC and cybersecurity risk programs • Define and maintain risk assessment methodologies, control frameworks, and risk scoring models • Establish workflows across development, staging, and production environments • Develop SOPs, roles, segregation of duties, and change management processes • Lead design and execution of enterprise risk management strategies Security & Risk Platform Integration and Automation • Architect and maintain integrations across Archer, Tenable, ServiceNow, Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM/MECM), and Medigate • Design automated workflows consolidating asset, vulnerability, and risk data • Enable enterprise-wide risk visibility and reporting through data-driven systems • Ensure data quality, reconciliation, and interoperability across platforms and CMDB Regulatory & Compliance Framework Management • Apply frameworks including NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, HIPAA, and HITRUST • Conduct control mapping, gap assessments, and compliance reporting • Advise stakeholders on remediation strategies and regulatory requirements • Align institutional policies with regulatory and accreditation standards AI Security & Governance • Establish and mature AI security and governance programs • Develop AI risk assessment criteria and governance standards • Align controls to NIST AI Risk Management Framework and institutional policies • Evaluate AI/ML tools and vendors for data protection and compliance risks • Partner with data governance, privacy, and legal teams on AI initiatives Strategic Risk Visioning, Assessment & Executive Advisory • Develop multi-year roadmaps, milestones, and resource plans • Lead enterprise and project-level risk assessments • Translate technical findings into executive-level reporting and dashboards • Advise leadership on risk posture and investment prioritization • Provide technical leadership and mentorship across teams EDUCATION • Required: Bachelor's Degree Computer Information Systems, Business Information Systems, Computer Science or related field. • Preferred: Master's Degree Information Security, Computer Science or related field Work Experience • Required: 7 years In information security and/or cybersecurity experience including multiple security domains, to include two years lead/supervisory experience. • May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis. • Preferred: At least 7-8 years of progressive cybersecurity experience, hands-on risk management (risk assessment, risk register ownership, control evaluation, or risk quantification), led or owned a security risk management program or framework implementation (e.g., NIST RMF/CSF, ISO 27005, FAIR, or equivalent), direct hands-on experience assessing the security or risk posture of AI/ML systems or GenAI deployments, ability to translate technical risk into business-level language for executive and governance audiences (e.g., briefing a CISO, risk committee, or board), experience using Archer, excellent communication skills, risk management, and cybersecurity framework is a must. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS • Preferred: CISSP - Cert IS Security Professional Issued by the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium ((ISC). • Preferred: CISM - Cert Info Security Manager Issued by Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA). • Preferred: PMP - Project Mgt Professional Issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI). • Preferred: Other applicable security industry certifications. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html Additional Information • Requisition ID: 181706 • Employment Status: Full-Time • Employee Status: Regular • Work Week: Days • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 123,000 • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 154,000 • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 185,000 • FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay • Fund Type: Hard • Work Location: Remote (within Texas only) • Pivotal Position: Yes • Referral Bonus Available?: Yes • Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

Lead enterprise-wide cybersecurity risk management and AI security governance programs. | Requires 7+ years cybersecurity experience including leadership, hands-on risk management, AI/ML risk assessment, and certifications like CISSP or CISM. | The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a highly skilled Principal Cybersecurity Analyst to serve as a technical authority within its Cybersecurity department. The Principal Cybersecurity Analyst plays a critical role in shaping and advancing enterprise-wide governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) programs, with expanded accountability for emerging AI security and governance initiatives. This role operates at a strategic and architectural level while also ensuring operational effectiveness across cybersecurity risk management practices. The Principal Cybersecurity Analyst contributes directly to safeguarding sensitive data, maintaining regulatory compliance, and strengthening the organization's security posture through innovative, data-driven risk management and governance strategies. The Principal Cybersecurity Analyst serves as a trusted advisor, architect, and leader within the cybersecurity function. The ideal candidate brings advanced education in information systems or cybersecurity, extensive experience leading enterprise risk management or GRC programs, and strong knowledge of frameworks such as NIST, HIPAA, and HITRUST. Preferred candidates will also have hands-on experience assessing AI/ML risk, strong executive communication skills, and certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or PMP. Minimum $123,000 - Midpoint $154,000 - Maximum $185,000 Work Location: Remote 100% Why Us? At UT MD Anderson, the Principal Cybersecurity Analyst plays an essential role in advancing cybersecurity innovation in a mission-driven healthcare environment. This position offers the opportunity to shape enterprise risk strategy, influence executive decision-making, and lead emerging AI governance practices, all while supporting an organization dedicated to saving lives. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, professional development opportunities, and a strong commitment to work-life balance. • Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance. • Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options. • Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups. • Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs. Responsibilities Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Architecture & Risk Management Program Leadership • Serve as principal architect and subject matter expert for enterprise GRC and cybersecurity risk programs • Define and maintain risk assessment methodologies, control frameworks, and risk scoring models • Establish workflows across development, staging, and production environments • Develop SOPs, roles, segregation of duties, and change management processes • Lead design and execution of enterprise risk management strategies Security & Risk Platform Integration and Automation • Architect and maintain integrations across Archer, Tenable, ServiceNow, Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM/MECM), and Medigate • Design automated workflows consolidating asset, vulnerability, and risk data • Enable enterprise-wide risk visibility and reporting through data-driven systems • Ensure data quality, reconciliation, and interoperability across platforms and CMDB Regulatory & Compliance Framework Management • Apply frameworks including NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, HIPAA, and HITRUST • Conduct control mapping, gap assessments, and compliance reporting • Advise stakeholders on remediation strategies and regulatory requirements • Align institutional policies with regulatory and accreditation standards AI Security & Governance • Establish and mature AI security and governance programs • Develop AI risk assessment criteria and governance standards • Align controls to NIST AI Risk Management Framework and institutional policies • Evaluate AI/ML tools and vendors for data protection and compliance risks • Partner with data governance, privacy, and legal teams on AI initiatives Strategic Risk Visioning, Assessment & Executive Advisory • Develop multi-year roadmaps, milestones, and resource plans • Lead enterprise and project-level risk assessments • Translate technical findings into executive-level reporting and dashboards • Advise leadership on risk posture and investment prioritization • Provide technical leadership and mentorship across teams EDUCATION • Required: Bachelor's Degree Computer Information Systems, Business Information Systems, Computer Science or related field. • Preferred: Master's Degree Information Security, Computer Science or related field Work Experience • Required: 7 years In information security and/or cybersecurity experience including multiple security domains, to include two years lead/supervisory experience. • May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis. • Preferred: At least 7-8 years of progressive cybersecurity experience, hands-on risk management (risk assessment, risk register ownership, control evaluation, or risk quantification), led or owned a security risk management program or framework implementation (e.g., NIST RMF/CSF, ISO 27005, FAIR, or equivalent), direct hands-on experience assessing the security or risk posture of AI/ML systems or GenAI deployments, ability to translate technical risk into business-level language for executive and governance audiences (e.g., briefing a CISO, risk committee, or board), experience using Archer, excellent communication skills, risk management, and cybersecurity framework is a must. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS • Preferred: CISSP - Cert IS Security Professional Issued by the International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium ((ISC). • Preferred: CISM - Cert Info Security Manager Issued by Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA). • Preferred: PMP - Project Mgt Professional Issued by the Project Management Institute (PMI). • Preferred: Other applicable security industry certifications. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html Additional Information • Requisition ID: 181706 • Employment Status: Full-Time • Employee Status: Regular • Work Week: Days • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 123,000 • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 154,000 • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 185,000 • FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay • Fund Type: Hard • Work Location: Remote (within Texas only) • Pivotal Position: Yes • Referral Bonus Available?: Yes • Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes