Compliance Analyst Jobs in Maryland
Compliance Analyst jobs in Maryland draw from one of the most active regulatory markets on the East Coast, concentrated in financial services, federal contracting, and healthcare across Baltimore, Annapolis, and the broader D.C. suburbs. Major employers with a lasting Maryland presence include T. Rowe Price, Leidos, and Johns Hopkins Medicine, each maintaining compliance functions that hire at analyst, senior, and manager levels. The most in-demand specialties are regulatory compliance, financial industry compliance, and government contract compliance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.The Mission Systems is seeking a Regulatory Compliance Analyst, who is responsible for the planning, preparation, and delivery of the annual Incurred Cost Submission, as well as providing end‑to‑end support for internal and external audits.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Prepare, create and deliver the annual Incurred Cost Submission in accordance with FAR, DFARS, CAS, and applicable company standards (disclosure statements and PrOPs)
- Reconcile general ledger balances directly to claimed expenses (Trial Balance, ZBOR reconciliations)
- Analyze and validate indirect cost pools and direct bases and ensure proper classification
- Perform analytical reviews to identify anomalies and risk areas
- Evaluate unallowable costs to guarantee segregation and removal as necessary
- Apply allocation methodologies to distribute costs from indirect cost pools to final cost objectives
- Maintain a strong understanding of indirect rate structures and segment-specific practices
- Serve as the primary point of contact for DCAA & DCMA during ICS adequacy review and audit
- Establish and maintain audit workpapers; providing documentation and transaction samples upon request
- Investigate and draft official responses to Request for Information (RFIs) findings
- Collaborate with senior leadership and partner with functional stakeholders to resolve complex inquiries
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field or equivalent experience in government contract accounting/compliance with 5 years of relevant experience -OR- Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience
- Will consider 9 years of experience in lieu of degree requirement
- Proficiency in S/4 HANA
- Basic understanding of SAP modules: Controlling, Project Systems and Sales Distribution
- Experience in Microsoft Excel
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for responding to auditor data calls and drafting explanation
- Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance US citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Basic knowledge of Incurred Cost Submissions, indirect rate structures, and Planning Analytics / COGNOS applications
- Ability to handle large data sets and perform complex reconciliations in Excel to identify anomalies
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
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What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in compliance analyst jobs across Maryland.
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, law, or a related field required
- Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) credential preferred or required
- Knowledge of federal regulations relevant to Maryland's financial services or government contracting sectors
- Two or more years of experience in regulatory compliance, audit, or risk management
- Strong analytical and documentation skills with proficiency in compliance management software
- Experience interpreting and applying state and federal regulatory requirements in a regulated industry
Compliance Analyst Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a compliance analyst in Maryland?
Most compliance analyst roles in Maryland require a bachelor's degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field. Maryland does not issue a state-specific compliance analyst license, but employers in financial services strongly prefer candidates who hold or are pursuing the Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP) credential through the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics. Government contracting employers in the D.C. suburbs also value familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulation requirements.
How much do compliance analysts make in Maryland?
Compliance analysts in Maryland earn a median of about $102,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $61,980 for the lowest 10% to over $165,780 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire compliance analysts in Maryland?
Maryland compliance analyst roles are posted by T. Rowe Price, Northrop Grumman, and DLH and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Maryland's concentration of financial institutions in Baltimore and federal contractors in the D.C. suburbs means openings appear consistently across both private and government-adjacent employers.
Which Maryland cities have the most compliance analyst jobs?
Annapolis Junction, Bethesda, and Rockville account for most compliance analyst openings in Maryland. Baltimore anchors the financial services and healthcare compliance market, while the Montgomery County and Prince George's County suburbs of D.C. drive demand from federal contractors and government agencies, explaining why smaller suburban areas sometimes appear alongside the state's largest city.
Are there remote compliance analyst jobs in Maryland?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 75% of compliance analyst openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most of the work involves reviewing documents, managing policies, and communicating with internal teams rather than on-site duties. Roles focused on policy review, regulatory reporting, and audit support are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a compliance analyst in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to junior compliance analyst or compliance associate roles at Maryland's large financial institutions and hospital systems, where structured rotation or training programs exist for candidates without prior compliance experience. T. Rowe Price and Johns Hopkins Health System both run associate-level programs that accept candidates from adjacent roles such as paralegal, internal auditor, or financial analyst. Earning a CCEP Certificate of Achievement, designed for candidates without full credentials, gives entry-level applicants a concrete differentiator in Maryland's competitive market.
Where can I find and apply to compliance analyst jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to compliance analyst jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings. Search the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match your experience and location.
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