Cyber Security Engineer; ISSE

Overview

Torch Technologies is 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 is “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom.” We are a Certified Evergreen ESOP with a commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years. Come grow with us!

Torch Technologies is seeking an experienced and mission-focused Principal Cybersecurity Engineer (ISSE) to lead the security engineering efforts for a critical DoD system operating at the Top Secret and Special Access Required (SAR) levels. The primary responsibility is to serve as the technical lead for achieving and maintaining the system''s Authority to Operate (ATO).

You will be the core subject matter expert for security control implementation, validation, and documentation. You will translate the requirements of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and the Joint Special Access Program (JSIG) Implementation Guide into a tangible, defensible security posture. This is a hands-on engineering role for a cybersecurity expert who excels at navigating the DoD accreditation process.

• Lead all technical security activities required to prepare the system for its formal security assessment and authorization.
• Engineer, implement, and validate the technical security controls required by NIST SP 800-53 and as tailored by the JSIG, including hardening of operating systems, network devices, applications, and databases in accordance with DISA STIGs.
• Author, compile, and maintain the complete RMF security documentation package, including the System Security Plan (SSP), system diagrams, hardware/software lists, and detailed descriptions of control implementations.
• Manage the system''s security posture by conducting vulnerability scans (e.g., ACAS), analyzing results, and leading remediation efforts with the system administration team.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact during security control assessments, demonstrating control effectiveness to government assessors and defending the system''s security design.
• Develop and execute a robust continuous monitoring strategy to ensure ongoing compliance and security post-ATO, including analyzing audit logs and responding to security events.

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelor''s Degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent experience
• 10+ years in cybersecurity/information assurance, with at least 5 years in a hands-on ISSE role
• TS Clearance required
• Experience leading a DoD system through the full RMF lifecycle to achieve an ATO at the TS/SAR level, with ability to speak authoritatively on the process
• Demonstrable experience implementing and validating controls under the JSIG
• Must meet DoD 8140 IASAE Level II or III requirements
• Expert-level knowledge of RMF, JSIG, NIST SP 800-53, and DISA STIGs
• Proficiency with security tools such as ACAS/Nessus, SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC), and SIEM solutions
• Strong technical understanding of operating systems (Windows/Linux), networking concepts, and virtualization

• CISSP-ISSEP certification
• Bachelor''s or Master''s degree in Cybersecurity or a related technical field
• Experience with automated compliance and hardening tools
• Experience securing cloud environments within AWS Gov Cloud or Azure Government

M-F; 8-5

Schriever SFB, Colorado Springs, CO

Yes, 0-10%

Not available

No

$150,000 - $180,000

Torch Technologies offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.

Only candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Torch Technologies participates in E-Verify. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, email  Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.