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ACES, the Advanced Cybersecurity Experience for Students, is a four year undergraduate honors cybersecurity program within the University of Maryland Honors College. Comprised of two linked academic programs, ACES includes a living-learning program (LLP) for freshmen and sophomores and the ACES Minor for sophomores, juniors, and seniors. ACES includes academic and co-curricular components, including events focused on community building, professional development, and applied cybersecurity learning.
The ACES Graduate Assistant (GA) plays a key role in supporting administrative, assessment, database management, and communication functions of the program.
The person in this position also assists as needed with other aspects of the ACES Program, and must be able to work in the evenings and during weekends at events and meetings as needed. The ACES Graduate Assistant reports to the ACES Program Coordinator with functional reporting to the ACES Associate Director.
The ACES Graduate Assistant reports to the ACES Associate Director with functional reporting to the ACES Program Coordinator.
Administration and Database Management (70%):
Maintain and update the ACES Database to ensure accuracy and completeness for current students and alumni
Manage student records across university systems (e.g. Student Information System, UAchieve)
Conduct audits for program milestones, including ACES Minor completion and LLP citation requirements
Monitor student academic progress and flag concerns to the Associate Director to support retention and intervention efforts
Support onboarding and tracking of student participation in ACES programming
Assist with logistics and administrative coordination for program operations, including course permission processes and access requests
Assessment (20%):
Design, implement, and manage program surveys (e.g., student experience, event feedback, outcomes assessment)
Analyze survey data and compile reports and visualizations to inform program decisions
Maintain assessment documentation and contribute to annual reporting processes
Communications (10%):
Highlight student achievements, internships, research, and program milestones through monthly news articles
Assist with marketing and outreach efforts to internal and external stakeholders (e.g., data visualizations for the ACES website)
Additional Duties:
Provide support for ACES events, workshops, and meetings
Assist with special projects and other program needs as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Admission to and active enrollment in a graduate program at the University of Maryland, College Park
Good academic standing and satisfactory progress toward degree completion
Ability to balance graduate coursework with work responsibilities
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience with or willingness to learn university systems and databases
Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Forms, etc.)
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with data management and assessment practices
Experience with content writing, marketing, or digital communications
Interest in cybersecurity education, honors programs, or living learning communities
Ability to take initiative and work both independently and collaboratively
Appointment Details:
Duration: One-year, renewable assistantship (12-month appointment)
Time Commitment: 20 hours per week during standard business hours (Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm
A weekly schedule will be designed around your class schedule
At least 12 hours/week in-person
Occasional evening and weekend work required (within 20-hour limit)
Required Application Materials:
Best Consideration Date: May 25, 2026
Priority Consideration
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, applications received by May 25, 2026 will be given priority consideration
Minimum Qualifications:
Must be a registered graduate student in good standing enrolled in a degree program at the University of Maryland and must be making satisfactory progress toward the degree.
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Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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