The University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) seeks a detail-oriented collaborative and strategic professional to serve as the Maine Cyber Range Project Manager. This position supports the strategic and operational functions of UMAs Maine Cyber Range and broader cybersecurity initiatives. The Project Manager oversees externally funded research grants and contracts ensures compliance and reporting and coordinates cross-functional communication to advance UMAs leadership in cybersecurity education and workforce development. The role is essential for maintaining grant integrity supporting faculty and staff collaboration and ensuring the successful execution of cybersecurity-related training education and research programs.
A complete job description is availablehere.
Qualifications
Required:
Bachelors degree in project management business administration education cybersecurity or a closely related field.
Minimum of one year of relevant professional experience in project or grants management.
Minimum of one year of teaching or training experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of federal grant systems such as WIPS and PMS.
Minimum of one year of experience working with cyber range platforms (e.g. SimSpace Immersive Labs Cyberbit).
Preferred:
Masters degree in cybersecurity public administration or a related field.
Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification.
Experience supporting STEM or cybersecurity-related research projects and grants.
Experience using content creation software (e.g. Camtasia).
Other Information:
To be considered for this position you will need to Apply and upload the documentation listed below:
1.) a cover letter which describes your experience interests and suitability for the position
2.) aresume/curriculum vitae
Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requestedto provide a list of names and contact information for references.
Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after October 29 2025 will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.
The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
Salary:The normal hiring salary range for this position is in the low $5000s and is commensurate with training education and experience and will take into consideration the salary of current UMS employees for transfer/promotion.
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law the System does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation transgender status gender gender identity or expression ethnicity national origin citizenship status familial status ancestry age disability (physical or mental) genetic information pregnancy or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education programs and activities and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall Room 412 Orono ME 04469-5713 by calling 207.581.1226 or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at Act:
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act mandates that all Title IV institutions such as the University prepare publish and distribute an Annual Security Report (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the Universitys crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the Universitys current campus security policies. You mayview the Universitys Annual Security Report.
Required Experience:
IC
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