Information System Security Officer (ISSO)

About the role

Torch Technologies Inc. is seeking a talented Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support our Air & Missile Defense Business Unit. 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.

Responsibilities

• 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).

Required Qualifications

• 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.

Schedule

• M-F, 8-5
• Work Location: Customer-site
• Travel: 10-25%
• Relocation Assistance Available: No
• Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Benefits

Torch Technologies offers 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