Senior Systems Security Specialist

Position: Senior Systems Security Specialist
Location: 750 East Pratt Street, 6th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 (on-site or remote as required)
Start Date: March 2, 2026
Duration: Base period through June 30, 2026, with options to extend for two additional one-year terms (through June 30, 2028)
Labor Category: Systems Security Specialist (Senior)

Job Overview:
The candidate will plan, design, implement, monitor, and administer security policies, controls, and systems for the Maryland Health Benefit Exchange (HBX) and ancillary systems.

Responsibilities include:

• Cloud security management and automation (AWS/Azure)

• Security assessments and penetration testing

• Incident response and forensics using SIEM tools

• Administering IAM products (ForgeRock, SailPoint)

• Ensuring compliance with security policies, NIST, IRS 1075, and MARS-e standards

• Maintaining system documentation, risk assessments, and POA&M

• Providing operational support for security tools and firewalls

Minimum Qualifications:

• 8+ years in IT systems security

• 5+ years in day-to-day security operations

• 4+ years cloud security experience (AWS preferred)

• Experience with Windows/Linux security administration, IAM tools, and SIEM

• Security certifications such as CISSP, ISO, CSA STAR, CCSE, or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years in Security Controls and Governance for public-facing complex IT systems

• Hands-on experience with ForgeRock and SailPoint IAM

• Experience in Incident Response, vulnerability management, and penetration testing

• Knowledge of scripting (Java, JavaScript, Shell) and firewall administration