ISSM & Secure Systems Engineer

University of Maryland; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland is seeking an IT Systems Engineer who will also serve as an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to support advanced research programs at the intersection of technology and national security. This role focuses on delivering secure, scalable computing and information systems in support of classified research.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in systems engineering and cybersecurity. Candidates must be able to obtain required security clearance. This position supports critical national security challenges while fostering a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of professional experience in IT systems engineering, cybersecurity, or IT infrastructure.
• Must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure IT systems and infrastructure.
• Serve as ISSM, ensuring compliance with federal cybersecurity frameworks.
• Lead system authorization activities and manage security documentation.

Skills

Systems engineering

Cybersecurity

Compliance frameworks

Secure IT systems

AI/ML environments

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Linux

Windows

AWS

Azure

Job description

The University of Maryland is seeking an IT Systems Engineer who will also serve as an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to support advanced research programs at the intersection of technology and national security. This role focuses on delivering secure, scalable computing and information systems in support of classified research.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and extensive experience in systems engineering and cybersecurity. Candidates must be able to obtain required security clearance. This position supports critical national security challenges while fostering a collaborative environment.