Cyber Security System Administrator

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 Inc., is seeking a motivated Cyber Security System Administrator that can work with a diverse team to monitor, update, and support THAAD Hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), Digital and simulation labs. Seeking a candidate with a strong background in Linux and security. Knowledge with a configuration management focus is a plus. Must be able to work in a team environment. This lab supports an independent test platforms for the THAAD weapons system.

Primary responsibilities will include:

• Serve as Information System Security Officer (ISSO).
• Guide systems through the entire Assessment and Authorization (A&A) lifecycle to achieve and maintain an Authority to Operate (ATO).
• Maintain compliance with RMF/MDA modernization.
• Configure and maintain systems for Continuous Monitoring. Develop and execute a robust continuous monitoring strategy to ensure the system remains compliant and secure.
• Lead all technical security activities required to prepare the system for its formal security assessment and authorization.
• Author, compile, and maintain the complete RMF security documentation package.
• Engineer, automate, implement, and validate the technical security controls
• Manage the system's security posture by conducting vulnerability scans with tools like ACAS, analyzing results, and leading remediation efforts with the system administration team.
• Assess and document risks to IT systems by conducting risk assessments.
• Refine Change Management (CM) and Assess & Authorization (A&A) procedures.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, POA&M and risk mitigation tasks.
• Provide Cyber Security Subject Matter Expertise to customers and end-users.

Job Requirements:

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• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent experience. Advanced degree preferred.
• 7-9 years of experience related Linux systems administration experience.
• The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills both oral and written; exhibit the ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, customer focused work environment.
• Familiarity with System Administration tasks, such as OS installation and configuration, network configuration, and system diagnostics.
• Must have experience with Tenable Security Center (ACAS), Trellix/McAfee software, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Intune, Splunk and Q-Audit software.
• Must have knowledge of the eMass system.
• Must be familiar with populating DISA STIG checklists.
• Must be familiar with DISA STIG tools and documents.
• Must be familiar with Evaluate-STIG software for vulnerability scanning.
• Must be proficient in SEIM tools.
• Strong technical understanding of operating systems (Windows/Linux), networking concepts, and virtualization.
• Experience leading a DoW system through the full RMF lifecycle.
• Must be proficient with IAVM processes.
• Previous networks experience.
• Linux+ and Security+ certifications .
• Strong Cybersecurity knowledge.
• Must have an active secret security clearance.

Schedule: M-F, 8-5

Work Location: Customer- site

Travel: Yes, Up to 20%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

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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 and safe-harbor contribution, 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.

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