Director, Security Architecture, Engineering and Operations

Department:

The Division of Information Technology (DoIT) has approximately 85 full time staff members and 100 undergraduate or graduate students that work each day to support the mission of UMBC through the delivery of IT services to the campus. DoIT provides robust, secure IT environments that enable solutions for advancing the UMBC community. We do this through a staff of technology professionals that are connected both nationally and to UMBC. 

Position Overview:

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) is seeking a Director, Security Architecture, Engineering and Operations for the Division of Information Technology, Cybersecurity Assurance and Digital Trust team. Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer, this position directs security operations, including event monitoring, incident response, vulnerability management, and security tool operations. The role manages related projects and training, advises on secure architecture, and advances security operations center effectiveness. The incumbent also champions secure computing, cloud security, and zero trust initiatives.

Why Work at UMBC?

UMBC offers competitive compensation.  This role starts at $151,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

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Telework:

A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and optimize the Security Operations Center (SOC) for threat identification, prevention, detection, response, and recovery, including incident response, forensics, vulnerability management, and threat intelligence utilization.
• Define and execute key IT security projects to advance SOC capabilities, reporting progress to leadership.
• Drive the adoption of secure computing, cloud security, and zero trust principles across the university.
• Oversee security architecture and tool operations, managing lifecycle, daily functions, and policy configurations.
• Develop and maintain a training program for SOC operators.
• Perform other duties as assigned to enhance UMBC's security posture.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree preferably in Computer Science or Information Systems
• Three (3) years of experience supervising security operations for information technology systems including but not limited to:
  • Preventing, detecting, responding and recovering from IT security events and incidents,
  • Developing risk mitigation plans for vulnerabilities and findings,
  • Designing secure IT solutions, and
  • Experience managing an IT Security Operations workforce.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Master's degree preferably in Computer Science or Information Systems
• Five (5) years of experience applying security control frameworks to information technology systems including but not limited to:
  • Preventing, detecting, responding and recovering from IT security events and incidents,
  • Developing risk mitigation plans for vulnerabilities and findings,
  • Designing secure IT solutions leveraging the principles of zero trust,
  • Securing cloud computing environments, and
  • Experience managing an IT Security Operations workforce.
• Certification as a Certified Information System Security Professional, or a Juris Doctor in Cybersecurity or related field

Background Screening Statement:

A background check will be required. 

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Upload a cover letter and a resume.  

Closing Date: Open Until Filled Benefits:

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days