IT Modal Governance and Compliance Lead

Title: IT Modal Governance and Compliance Lead

Location: MD-Anne Arundel County

Job Description: 

Salary

$102,426.00 - $165,372.00 Annually

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

8032ES-TSOIT-6/25

If you have ever taken a flight from BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport; renewed your Maryland driver’s license; traveled to an Orioles game on the Light Rail; embarked on a cruise from the Port of Baltimore; received roadside assistance from CHART Emergency Patrol; reduced your commute time by using one of Maryland’s toll roads; or applied for Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) certification, then you have experienced some of the superb services provided by the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT).
  
MDOT has various careers for people of all experiences, backgrounds, and abilities who come together to contribute to one mission—connecting our customers to life’s opportunities. Join us in serving our Maryland residents, visitors, and businesses! The Maryland Department of Transportation, Secretary’s Office (MDOT TSO), is seeking an experienced and dedicated IT professional to serve as the IT Modal Governance and Compliance Lead (DOT Executive V).This critical leadership role is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously enhancing governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks to support both operational excellence and strategic objectives within the assigned modal.

Reporting directly to the IT Director, the Governance and Compliance Lead will ensure the highest standards of integrity and accountability by overseeing strict adherence to departmental policies, enterprise standards, and all relevant regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will play a key role in mitigating organizational risk, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance, and driving a culture of transparency and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop and maintain IT governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate IT and operational risks.
• Lead the creation, review, and enforcement of IT policies and standards.
• Oversee internal and external IT audits and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and deliver compliance, risk, and governance reports to leadership.
• Develop and track key performance indicators for compliance and risk.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align governance and compliance initiatives.

There are six (6) vacancies for this position:

• One (1) exists at MDOT Maryland Aviation Administration (MAA) in Hanover, MD.
• One (1) exists at MDOT Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) in Glen Burnie, MD.
• One (1) exists at MDOT State Highway Administration (SHA) in Baltimore City, MD. 
• One (1) exists at MDOT Maryland Port Administration (MPA) in Baltimore, MD. 
• One (1) exists at MDOT Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) in Baltimore, MD.
• One (1) exists at MDOT Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) in Baltimore, MD.

This position may allow a hybrid work schedule, including telework and on-site work hours.  

MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits

Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.

Experience:Seven (7) years of progressive experience inIT governance, risk management, compliance, IT audit, IT leadership roles, including at least three (3) years managing enterprise-scale IT operations, digital transformation, or strategic initiatives in a complex, multi-modal environment.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Proven experience leading IT initiatives in transportation-related domains such as aviation, port operations, highway systems, transit networks, motor vehicle administration, or tolling infrastructure.
• In-depth knowledge of IT governance and compliance frameworks such as COBIT, ISO/IEC 27001, NIST, and ITIL.
• Proven expertise in risk management methodologies and regulatory compliance requirement.
• Demonstrated experience in policy development, audit coordination, and compliance monitoring.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in IT governance and compliance contexts.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Relevant certifications such as CGEIT, CRISC, CISA, CISM, COBIT, or ITIL are highly desirable.
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and collaborate effectively with executive stakeholders.
• A solid background in cybersecurity, data privacy, and compliance with federal and state regulations (e.g., CJIS, NIST, FISMA).
• At least two (2) years of experience working in or with federal, state, or local government agencies. 

Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position for which you are applying.
 

If you have held more than one position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position.

Note:  U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as defined under the Preferred Qualifications may be substituted for the required education and experience on a year-for-year basis.

Licenses & Certifications

None.