Cybersecurity Engineer

Torch Technologies, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Health Savings Accounts

EAP

Education assistance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Torch Technologies, Inc. in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Cybersecurity Engineer to serve as the subject matter expert for all cybersecurity/IT aspects for Joint Interagency Task Force 401, reporting to the Deputy Secretary of Defense. This role covers design, integration, testing, and certification across ground, sea, air, and space systems.

Ideal candidates will hold U.S. citizenship, an active Secret clearance, CISSP, a Bachelor's in Cybersecurity (or related field), and 4+ years of related

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or related field.
• 4+ years of related experience.
• Active Secret clearance.
• CISSP certification.
• Extensive experience in DoD RMF accreditation & certification.
• Extensive experience with eMASS software.
• Knowledge of AR 25-2 and DoD RMF processes.
• Experience leading cybersecurity initiatives on assigned programs.

Responsibilities

• Performs top level system architecture related design, development, integration, testing, installation and troubleshooting.
• Translates military operational and mission requirements into practical systems concepts and design performance requirements.
• Participates in post awards, program reviews, design reviews, and IPTs as the cybersecurity specialist.
• Evaluates and conducts design efforts from a cybersecurity viewpoint to ensure integration of all required cybersecurity products.
• Prepare and reviews cybersecurity related test plans, procedures, and reports for Government and contractor tests.
• Reviews system performance against cybersecurity requirements and assesses risk.
• Prepares and evaluates cybersecurity strategies for requested programs.
• Serve as consultant to team members and mentor workforce on Cybersecurity matters.
• Perform security, analyses and risk/vulnerability assessments.
• Execute day-to-day certification and accreditation activities for a project team.

Skills

RMF expertise

Network security

Cybersecurity strategy

Mentorship

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity

Master's degree in cybersecurity

Tools

eMASS

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 looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer to serve as the subject matter expert for all cybersecurity / information technology aspects for Joint Interagency Task Force 401, reporting to the Deputy Secretary of Defense. JIATF 401 aligns authorities and resources to rapidly deliver Joint C-sUAS capabilities to America's warfighters, defeat adversary threats, and promote sovereignty over national airspace.

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

• Performs top level system architecture related design, development, integration, testing, installation and troubleshooting.
• Translates military operational and mission requirements (ground, sea, air, and space) into practical systems concepts and design performance requirements.
• Participates in post awards, program reviews, design reviews, and IPTs as the cybersecurity specialist / engineering on assigned programs.
• Evaluates and conducts design efforts from a cybersecurity viewpoint to ensure integration of all required cybersecurity products and adequacy of the analyses
• Prepare and reviews cybersecurity related test plans, procedures, and reports on technical adequacy on assigned programs, for both Government and contractor tests, as well as related failure reports.
• Reviews and evaluates system performance against cybersecurity related specification requirements, monitors and assesses field performance, and assesses risk of meeting user and specification requirements.
• Prepares and evaluates cybersecurity security strategies for requested programs.
• Serve as consultant to other team members and mentor workforce on Cybersecurity matters.
• Perform security, analyses and risk/vulnerability assessments.
• Execute day-to-day certification and accreditation activities for a project team.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Bachelors degree in Cybersecurity or a related field
• 4+ years of related experience
• Active Secret clearance
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP).
• Extensive experience in operational Cyber Security accreditation and certification of embedded systems accredited at Secret level and below.
• Extensive understanding of AR 25-2 and the DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) to include experience in obtaining system accreditation using the DoD RMF and the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS) software.
• Extensive experience preparing recommended IA approval and supporting information documentation and understanding systems engineering processes and possesses extensive experience in Network Security Architect experience.
• Extensive understanding of the DoD standards guiding the development of cybersecurity policy, requirements, integration, engineering, and certification and accreditation.
• Experience and knowledge in the Cybersecurity community to lead efforts on assigned programs, and work independently with minimal oversight from the Government Lead.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in cybersecurity with 7+ years of related experience

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: Onsite; Mark Center- Alexandria, VA

Travel: Yes, 10-20%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Salary Range: $110,000-$195,000

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.

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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.

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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