Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

About the role

Torch Technologies is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with expertise in DoD regulations, specifically RMF and Cybersecurity.

Responsibilities

• Provide cybersecurity support per DoDI 8500.01, including assessing and continuously monitoring cybersecurity risk.
• Audit and maintain compliance with enterprise standards such as the Risk Management Framework (RMF), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and the Authorization Official’s Information System Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) strategy.
• Ensure all cybersecurity-related documentation is current and accessible to authorized individuals.
• Support the Program Manager (PM) or Information System Owner (ISO) and Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) in maintaining ATO, ATC, and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor systems and environments for security-relevant events.
• Assist the ISSM in assessing proposed configuration changes for potential impact on the cybersecurity posture.
• Avoid weaknesses using tools like ACAS and DISA STIGs.
• Evaluate system security posture and identify weaknesses.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7-9 years of experience.
• Certifications in support of DoDI 8500, such as Security+, CISSP, CISM, etc.
• Minimum 4 years' hands-on experience in cybersecurity/information assurance.
• Working knowledge of RMF, NIST SP 800-53, and DISA STIGs.
• Demonstrable experience implementing and validating NIST SP 800-53 controls and reporting findings, artifacts, and other supporting documentation in eMASS.
• Proficiency with security tools such as ACAS/Nessus, SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC), and log aggregate tools.
• Strong technical understanding of operating systems (Windows/Linux), networking concepts, and virtualization.
• An Active Top Secret clearance, with SAP eligibility.

Preferred Skills

• Experience conducting authorizations under JSIG.
• Direct experience with Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) and Special Access Program Facilities (SAPF).

Benefits

• ESOP participation.
• 401(k) match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts, Health Savings Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Holidays.