Operational Risk Manager Jobs in Maryland

Operational Risk Manager jobs in Maryland are concentrated in the Baltimore metro, Bethesda, and the Washington D.C. corridor, where financial institutions, federal contractors, and healthcare systems maintain large compliance and risk functions. Employers such as T. Rowe Price, Leidos, and CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield have sustained operational risk hiring across audit, enterprise risk frameworks, and regulatory compliance. Demand runs from analyst-level associates to senior directors, with the deepest specialization in third-party risk, model risk governance, and business continuity. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles42
Top employerAugmentis
Top cityFort Meade, MD
Cities hiring17
Work type71% Hybrid
Top industryScience

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Operational Analyst – Army Medical Systems Readiness & Sustainment (Job #746)
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Operational Analyst – Army Medical Systems Readiness & Sustainment (Job #746)
Defense Acquisition Support Services
Fort Detrick, Maryland
Customer Support
IT Support
Technical Program Management
$80k - $140k/yr

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Senior Investigator, Operational Medicine & Education
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Senior Investigator, Operational Medicine & Education
The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine
Bethesda, Maryland
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
$127k - $253k/yr
Hybrid
1,001-5,000

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Operational Language Analyst (OLA), Level 1-4 (MM)
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Operational Language Analyst (OLA), Level 1-4 (MM)
The Kenjya-Trusant Group
Annapolis Junction, Maryland
Business Analyst
Customer Service
Customer Support
$78k - $250k/yr
Bachelor of Science

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Operational Security (OPSEC) & Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Planner
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Operational Security (OPSEC) & Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Planner
CACI International
Fort Meade, Maryland
Business Analysis
Consulting & Professional Services
Corporate Training
$94k - $198k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Foods Operational FP&A Manager
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Foods Operational FP&A Manager
Perdue
Salisbury, Maryland
Account Management
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
$101k - $151k/yr
Bachelor's degree in finance
10,000+

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Operational Risk Manager Jobs by City in Maryland

Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Fort Meade
10 jobs
Baltimore
8 jobs
Annapolis Junction
7 jobs
Laurel
2 jobs
Bethesda
2 jobs
Salisbury
2 jobs
Aberdeen
1 job
Frederick
1 job
Rockville
1 job

Operational Risk Manager Job Market in Maryland

A snapshot from current Maryland openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Augmentis5 open roles
CACI International5 open roles
RBR-Technologies3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Science & Research
  • Education
  • Food & Beverage
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Government & Public Sector

What Maryland Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in operational risk manager jobs across Maryland.

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, or a related quantitative field required
  • Professional certification such as CRISC, FRM, or PMP strongly preferred by Maryland employers
  • Three or more years of experience in risk management, audit, or regulatory compliance
  • Demonstrated proficiency with risk frameworks such as COSO, ISO 31000, or Basel III
  • Experience working with regulatory bodies including the OCC, FDIC, or state financial regulators
  • Strong written communication skills for preparing risk reports and board-level presentations

Operational Risk Manager Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a operational risk manager in Maryland?

The role does not require a Maryland state license, but most Maryland employers expect a bachelor's degree in finance, business, or a quantitative discipline alongside a recognized risk certification. The CRISC credential from ISACA and the FRM from GARP are the most valued in Maryland's financial services and government contracting sectors. Candidates typically build toward these roles through positions in internal audit, compliance, or financial analysis at Maryland banks, insurers, or federal contractors.

How much do operational risk managers make in Maryland?

Operational risk managers in Maryland earn a median of about $117,130 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $73,330 for the lowest 10% to over $172,410 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire operational risk managers in Maryland?

Maryland operational risk manager roles are posted by Augmentis, CACI International, and RBR-Technologies 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 hiring is unusually consistent across both commercial and government-adjacent sectors.

Which Maryland cities have the most operational risk manager jobs?

Fort Meade, Baltimore, and Annapolis Junction have the most operational risk manager openings in Maryland. Baltimore anchors the state's financial services hiring with its cluster of regional banks and insurance carriers, while Bethesda and Rockville draw heavily from federal contractors and health-focused organizations that maintain large risk and compliance teams within reach of the D.C. regulatory environment.

Are there remote operational risk manager jobs in Maryland?

Yes, and more than most fields. Operational risk management is primarily an analytical and advisory function, making it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 86% of operational risk manager openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have accepted distributed work for this role. Positions focused on policy review, model validation, and risk reporting tend to offer the most scheduling flexibility.

How can I get hired as a operational risk manager in Maryland with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through an internal audit or compliance analyst role at a Maryland bank, credit union, or large federal contractor, where rotational programs at institutions such as T. Rowe Price or CareFirst provide structured exposure to risk frameworks. Pursuing the CRISC or beginning the FRM exam sequence while in an adjacent role signals commitment that Maryland employers reward. Lateral moves from financial analysis, regulatory affairs, or IT security positions are also common bridges into operational risk at Maryland organizations.

Where can I find and apply to operational risk manager jobs in Maryland?

You can find and apply to operational risk manager jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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