Cybersecurity Lead

Maximus; Maryland; On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Cybersecurity Technical Lead to join a Homeland Security program onsite in Maryland. The role demands strategic and hands-on cybersecurity leadership, overseeing secure system design, incident response, and risk management for mission-critical environments.

The incumbent will coordinate compliance activities, mentor security engineers, and participate in an on-call roster to meet operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years in cybersecurity or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and technical leadership for cybersecurity across mission-critical systems.
• Coordinate risk management and compliance activities to ensure secure operations.
• On-site availability and on-call coverage to support operational requirements.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Risk management

Security compliance

On-call support

Team leadership

Job description

Maximus is seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Technical Lead to support a contract with a Homeland Security customer. The successful candidate will provide strategic and technical leadership in cybersecurity, ensuring the integrity and security of mission‑critical systems. This role requires hands‑on expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and compliance, as well as strong leadership capabilities. The candidate must be based within a commutable distance to Annapolis Junction, MD, and will participate in an on‑call roster to support operational requirements.

This posting is intended to build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates to support potential future staffing needs. Candidates may be considered for future opportunities as positions become available based on program and mission needs.

This position is onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD and requires an active secret clerance.