What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Manager - Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII) position at The University of Texas at San Antonio?
Position Information
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online , on UT San Antonio Today or on X , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube or LinkedIn .
Salary Range: Up to $90,000/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 7/28/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Required Application Materials:
Job Summary
The Operations Manager provides staff oversight, leadership support, and operations management within the Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII) to effectively execute and operationalize CyManII leadership priorities by delivering integrated IT, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and technology services that directly support and advance the organization’s mission. T his role ensures that all phases of the Institute have effective people operations, operational controls, administrative functions and compliance reporting procedures in place.
Core Responsibilities
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online , on UT San Antonio Today or on X , Instagram , Facebook , YouTube or LinkedIn .
Salary Range: Up to $90,000/Annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 7/28/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume is required.
- Cover letter is preferred.
- Contact information for three professional references.
Job Summary
The Operations Manager provides staff oversight, leadership support, and operations management within the Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII) to effectively execute and operationalize CyManII leadership priorities by delivering integrated IT, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and technology services that directly support and advance the organization’s mission. T his role ensures that all phases of the Institute have effective people operations, operational controls, administrative functions and compliance reporting procedures in place.
Core Responsibilities
- Supports the Institute in achieving its overarching vision and mission.
- Works with leadership to establish policies that support the Institute’s business strategies, plans, and comprehensive goals for performance and growth.
- Coordinates federal contracts and other government and industry agreements, ensuring financial and legal compliance.
- Oversees daily operations of the Institute and provides indirect management of staff in operational and project management and other related roles and fills any operational gaps and works to minimize interruptions.
- Manages relationships with partners and vendors to include facilitation of membership agreements, subcontracts and services agreements.
- Provides project management structure and support for collaborative research and workforce development activities.
- Ensures the Institute meets all requirements as determined by overarching sponsor contracts and agreements.
- Manages and organizes meetings, events, and board meetings with the highest quality planning and execution and supports the day-to-day operations of the Institute.
- Manages, plans, schedules, and coordinates detailed phases of administrative and operational matters in support of the Institute.
- Facilitates and monitors Statement of Project Objectives (SOPO) deliverables and assists in preparing annual and quarterly Department of Energy reports.
- Coordinates and tracks annual Conflict of Interest (COI) renewal process, annual membership application renewals, and other cooperative agreement and contractual needs.
- Represents the organization in national level engagements and serve as proxy representative for Institute leadership when requested.
- Serves as proxy or stand-in for Institute leadership in relevant meetings and events when needed.
- Participates in operational and financial activities, as required by federal and state requirements.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
- Five (5) years of related work experience.
- This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.
- Master's Degree in a related field.
- Ten (10) years of related work experience.
- Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance.
- Written and very strong verbal communications skills
- Collaborative, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Competency in strategic planning and business development
- Decision-making and problem solving
- Organizational and leadership abilities
- Interpersonal and public speaking skills
- Leadership skills to encourage and ensure that all work is completed by staff
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- Fluent in project operational materials
- Reliable execution of projects and deadline driven
- Office Environment. Ability to travel to and from meetings, multiple site locations, training sessions or other business-related events. After hours and weekend work is required on an occasional basis. Occasionally after hours and weekend work or overtime may be required.
- Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary, if walking and standing are required, only occasionally. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver’s license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.