About Us

Michael Litchman, J.D., MBA
Research Security Officer
Director of Research Security, Export Control & Foreign Influence
michael.litchman@utah.edu 

Michael provides visionary leadership, expertise, and execution guidance to ensure the integrity and security of the university’s research data and activities, in alignment with National Security Presidential Memorandum 33 (NSPM-33), International Traffic in Arms / Export Administration Regulations and various other regulations and contractual requirements. Michael works in close coordination with the Office of Research Information Systems, Office of Research Integrity and Compliance, Information Security Office, Office of Sponsored Projects, Office of General Counsel, and other critical university stake holders to collaborate and interact with faculty, staff, and students in support of the university’s ongoing commitment to ensure the safeguarding of federally funded research, supporting both open and protected research efforts.

Clayton Norlen
Associate Director of Secured Research Computing
clayton.norlen@utah.edu 

Clayton Norlen leads secure research storage and compute services at the University of Utah, where he plays a pivotal role in enabling compliant, robust, and scalable research infrastructure. With a background in product management, Norlen brings a service-oriented approach to cybersecurity—transforming it from a perceived barrier into a strategic enabler of research innovation. 

Douglas Wawrzynski, J.D.
Senior Export Control Manager
douglas.wawrzynski@utah.edu 

Douglas Wawrzynski is an experienced Export Control Manager with a strong legal foundation and a deep understanding of federal compliance frameworks governing international research and technology transfer. At the University of Utah, he plays a pivotal role in ensuring institutional adherence to U.S. export control regulations, including EAR, ITAR, and OFAC. With a focus on risk mitigation and regulatory alignment, Mr. Wawrzynski collaborates with faculty, researchers, and administrative units to assess export risks, implement control strategies, and support global research initiatives while safeguarding national security interests. His expertise bridges legal insight and operational execution, making him a trusted advisor in the university’s research compliance ecosystem.