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Information Systems Security Manager - University of Maryland University College
Software Engineer
Lead enterprise security strategy, overseeing risk assessment, incident response, and compliance across cloud and on‑prem environments, driving robust security architecture and governance for a national‑security research organization.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive information security strategy aligned with national security objectives.
- Lead risk assessment, vulnerability management, and incident response across cloud (AWS, Azure) and on‑prem infrastructures.
- Establish and maintain security governance, policies, and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, FedRAMP).
- Collaborate with research, engineering, and IT teams to design secure architectures and integrate emerging technologies such as AI/ML and quantum‑resilient cryptography.
- Provide executive reporting, threat intelligence analysis, and security awareness training for stakeholders.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in information security leadership within research or defense environments.
- Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and incident response best practices.
- Hands‑on experience with cloud security, secure architecture design, and compliance audits.
- Strong communication skills and ability to influence cross‑functional teams.
- Relevant certifications (CISSP, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent) preferred.
Skills
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