Cybersecurity & Accreditation Specialist

Torch Technologies, Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Torch Technologies is seeking a Cybersecurity & Accreditation Specialist to manage the RMF/ATO lifecycle, maintain audit-ready eMASS packages, and support JWCC Azure environments. The role offers hybrid flexibility, with location options in Suffolk, VA or Huntsville, AL.

Qualifications include US citizenship, active DoD Secret clearance, a BA/BS in a related field with 7+ years of DoD cybersecurity, and IAM Level II certification. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and Active DoD Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field with 7+ years of DoD cybersecurity/accreditation experience.
• Extensive hands-on experience authoring and managing eMASS RMF packages to successful ATOs.
• Deep knowledge of NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5, and DoD Instruction 8510.01 (RMF).
• Current DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or CAP/CGRC).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end RMF package execution (Steps 1-6) in eMASS for systems migrating to Azure Government (IL5/IL6).
• Authorize System Security Plans (SSP), Continuous Monitoring Plans, Security Assessment Reports, and POA&M.
• Assess and validate NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5, DISA Cloud Computing SRG requirements, and applicable STIG baselines.
• Liaise with Primary Government Project Leads, Division ISSMs, and Security Control Assessor (SCA) representatives to defend security packages.
• Translate DoD Zero Trust mandate requirements into verifiable RMF controls.

Skills

DoD cybersecurity experience

RMF & NIST knowledge

eMASS experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field

7+ years DoD cybersecurity experience

DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II certification

Tools

eMASS

NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5

DISA STIG baselines

Job description

Torch Technologies

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!

Torch Technologies is seeking a Cybersecurity & Accreditation Specialist to eliminate accreditation bottlenecks for the Joint Staff J7 JTSD. This role can be located in Suffolk, VA or Huntsville, AL with hybrid flexibility. You will own the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) lifecycle, maintaining audit-ready packages in eMASS to achieve and maintain Authorizations to Operate (ATOs) for all JWCC Azure environments.

As a Cybersecurity & Accreditation Specialist your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Manage end-to-end RMF package execution (Steps 1-6) in eMASS for systems migrating to Azure Government (IL5/IL6).
• Author System Security Plans (SSP), Continuous Monitoring Plans, Security Assessment Reports, and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M).
• Assess and validate NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 security controls, DISA Cloud Computing SRG requirements, and applicable STIG baselines.
• Liaise directly with Primary Government Project Leads, Division ISSMs, and Security Control Assessor (SCA) representatives to defend security packages.
• Translate DoD Zero Trust mandate requirements into verifiable security controls within the RMF boundary.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
• Active DoW Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field, plus 7+ years of dedicated DoD cybersecurity and accreditation experience.
• Extensive, hands-on experience authoring and managing packages in the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) to successful ATO awards.
• Deep working command of NIST SP 800-37, NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5, and DoD Instruction 8510.01 (RMF).
• Current DoD 8570/8140 IAM Level II certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or CAP/CGRC).
• Strong problemsolving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Direct experience developing RMF authorization packages for systems hosted in Azure Government (IL5) or Azure Secret (IL6), leveraging FedRAMP High and DISA Provisional Authorizations (PAs).
• Familiarity with DevSecOps accreditation pathways, automated compliance evidence generation, and DoD Continuous ATO concepts.
• Demonstrated experience translating DoD Zero Trust Reference Architecture requirements into eMASS control implementation statements.
• Prior experience supporting Joint Staff, Combatant Command, or Army/Navy cyber accreditation workflows.
• Strong technical documentation, briefing, and reporting experience

Schedule

M-F; 8-5

Work Location

Suffolk, VA or Huntsville, AL - Hybrid / Flexible On-Site.

Travel

Yes, 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available

No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract

No

Salary Range for VA

$140,000-$165,000

The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate's qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.

Benefits

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.

Applying to Torch Technologies

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

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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 federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

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