Information System Security Officer

Torch Technologies; Naval Air Station Patuxent River (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Torch Technologies seeks an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support a DoD program in Lexington Park, MD. The ISSO will collect, prepare, and submit artifacts for eMASS ATO packages and verify configurations against NIST 800-53 controls.

Responsibilities include managing POA&Ms, coordinating remediation, supporting continuous monitoring, and communicating risk posture to program management and AOs. Requires DoD clearance and RMF experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years in an ISSO/ISS M or compliance-focused cyber role in DoD or federal environments.
• Active DoW Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, and submit artifacts for eMASS ATO packages (SSPs, SCTMs, evidence).
• Verify configurations against NIST 800-53 controls and document gaps.
• Manage POA&Ms and coordinate remediation with system owners and engineers.
• Track authorization expirations and support continuous monitoring and audits.
• Communicate risk posture to management and Authorizing Officials.

Skills

RMF & NIST 800-53

eMASS

POA&M management

Vulnerability scanning

SCAP

DoD 8570 IAM Level II

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

eMASS

ACAS/Nessus

Job description

Torch TechnologiesThank 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 an Information System Security Officer to join a team supporting cyber security operations for our DoW customer in Lexington Park MD.As an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:Collect, prepare, and submit artifacts supporting eMASS ATO packages, including System Security Plans (SSPs), Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTMs), and supporting evidence for control implementation.Verify system and network configurations against NIST 800-53 control requirements, identifying and documenting gaps or non-conformance.Manage the Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) for assigned systems, including tracking open findings, coordinating remediation with system owners and engineers, and closing items with appropriate evidence.Coordinate with ISSEs, system administrators, and engineering teams to gather technical evidence and validate control implementation.Support continuous monitoring activities, including periodic control reviews, vulnerability scan result analysis, and reassessment of control effectiveness.Track authorization expiration dates and lead re-authorization/renewal efforts to maintain continuous ATO status.Maintain accurate, audit-ready documentation in eMASS for assigned systems and support external audits or assessor requests.Review vulnerability and compliance scan results (e.g., ACAS/Nessus, SCAP) and correlate findings to relevant 800-53 controls and POA&M items.Support incident reporting and documentation requirements in accordance with applicable DoD and program policies.Communicate risk posture and compliance status to program management and Authorizing Officials (AOs) as required.Required Qualifications:U.S. citizenship required.Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.2+ years of experience in an ISSO, ISSM, or compliance-focused cybersecurity role within DoD or federal environments.Active DoW Secret security clearance required;Working knowledge of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST 800-53 security controls.Hands-on experience preparing and submitting artifacts in eMASS.Demonstrated experience managing POA&Ms, including tracking, coordinating remediation, and documenting closure of findings.Familiarity with vulnerability and compliance scanning tools (e.g., ACAS/Nessus, SCAP) and interpreting results against control requirements.DoD 8570/8140-compliant certification at IAM/IAT Level II or higher (e.g., Security+, CAP, CySA+).Preferred Qualifications:CAP, CASP, CISSP, or CISM certification.Experience supporting both classified and unclassified system authorizations.Experience with continuous monitoring/ConMon programs and periodic reassessment cycles.Familiarity with STIG-based hardening and correlating hardening evidence to control families.Experience supporting multiple concurrent ATO packages across varying system types.Schedule: Regular fulltimeWork Location: Onsite, Lexington Park MDTravel: yes, 10%Relocation Assistance Available: YesPosition Contingent Upon Award of Contract: NoSalary Range - MD: $80,000- $130,000The 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.#LI-DK1Benefits: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.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [e-mail]. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.