Information Assurance - SME - United States - 35009 - Maximus

General information

Job Posting Title

Information Assurance - SME

Date

Monday, December 29, 2025

City

Bethesda

State

Country

United States

Working time

Full-time

Description & Requirements

Maximus has a new and exciting opportunity for a SME Information Assurance Specialist to make a meaningful impact for our National Security client in Bethesda, MD. At Maximus, our technology teams sit at the vanguard of mission driven innovation—building interoperable, secure solutions that protect national security while empowering people and organizations to thrive. You will play a critical role in improving and maintaining the security posture, safeguarding against top tier adversaries.

We’re a nimble, people centric company that invests in your professional growth and wellbeing, offering standout benefits like flexible schedules, technical upskilling, generous paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, education and training support, and parental paid leave. We set a high bar for delivery excellence and seek top performers who are energized by impact, velocity, and the chance to drive both people and technology forward as part of an exciting team.

This is an on-site position that requires a TS/SCI Polygraph security clearance.

Maximus TCS (Technology and Consulting Services) Internal Job Profile Code: TCS042, T6, Band 9

Job-Specific Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Provide expert guidance in all areas of information assurance, system integration, and program management in order to help the customer make high level decisions about the future of IT systems across the IC.

- Develop assessment criteria (metrics, measures, key performance indicators) for security requirements and implementation guidance.

- Participate in external cybersecurity related governance, policy, and standards bodies.

- Evaluating existing and emerging technologies and recommend strategies to support mission requirements.

- Provide talking points at a Senior level for Leadership.

- Act as a SME sounding board for discussions on future IT enhancements, developments and influence real decisions on future IT directions.

- Provide input and guidance on current and future IC SoCCs.

- Provide feedback on integration activities across the entire IT portfolio.

- Provide cutting edge input on areas of future investment for the customer.

Job-Specific Minimum Requirements:

- TS/SCI with Polygraph

- Experience in cybersecurity responsibility areas listed above.

- Requires BS degree and 12-15 years of prior relevant experience.

- Excellent written and oral communication skills.

- Detail-oriented, ability to consistently provide high-quality products that are concise, thorough, and accurate.

- Extensive experience performing Assessment & Authorization with Greenlight

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

- Familiarity with SCOR/CIRT/SCEC waivers/ICSCC reporting/Jetstream/Xacta/Altitude

Join Maximus and turn your ambition into impact. We offer challenging assignments, a culture that champions growth, and the support to thrive. If you’re ready for what’s next, then step forward, shape outcomes, and grow with us. Apply today!

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Minimum Requirements

TCS042, T6, Band 9

EEO Statement

Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Maximus compensation is based on various factors including but not limited to job location, a candidate's education, training, experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value analysis including seniority and merit systems, as well as internal pay alignment. Annual salary is just one component of Maximus's total compensation package. Other rewards may include short- and long-term incentives as well as program-specific awards. Additionally, Maximus provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value but will be commensurate with job duties and relevant work experience. An applicant's salary history will not be used in determining compensation. Maximus will comply with regulatory minimum wage rates and exempt salary thresholds in all instances.

Accommodations

Maximus provides reasonable accommodations to individuals requiring assistance during any phase of the employment process due to a disability, medical condition, or physical or mental impairment. If you require assistance at any stage of the employment process—including accessing job postings, completing assessments, or participating in interviews,—please contact People Operations at applicantaccom@maximus.com.