Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

As an ISSO, your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Under general direction, this role carries out all phases of information systems/networks security program that involves access to computers and computerized data enabling company to meet contractual requirements for networks security.
• Conducts regular audits to ensure that systems are being operated securely, and information systems security policies and procedures are being implemented as defined in security plans.
• Develop, update, and manage Authorization to Operate (ATO) packages. Navigate and maintain system records within the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
• Execute continuous monitoring strategies. Review audit logs, analyze vulnerability scans, and verify system configuration baselines remain intact.
• Implement, enforce, and assess NIST SP 800-53 security controls. Apply and verify Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and Security Requirements Guides (SRGs).
• Utilize the Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) to scan for, identify, and coordinate the remediation of system vulnerabilities.
• Draft, review, and maintain System Security Plans (SSP), continuous tracking of Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), and system-specific operating procedures.
• Deep understanding of the NIST RMF lifecycle, DoDI 8510.01, and US Army-specific guidance (e.g., AR 25-2, DA Pam 25-2-14).

• US Citizenship.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 5- 8 years of relevant experience.
• Must maintain a DoW 8140 / 8570.01-M certification (Security + CE at the minimum).
• Requires a final DoW Secret clearance at hire and this level must be maintained throughout employment tenure.

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!