Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

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 with over 1200 employee-owners. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of Defense. 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 Systems Security Officer (ISSO) for the 28 TES DOD to join a team providing information systems support for the 53rd Wing at Eglin AFB, FL.

As an ISSO your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:

• Under general direction, this role carries out all phases of information systems/networks security program that involves access to computers and computerized data enabling company to meet contractual requirements for networks security.
• Conducts regular audits to ensure that systems are being operated securely, and information systems security policies and procedures are being implemented as defined in security plans.
• Develops, tests, and operates firewalls, intrusion detection systems, enterprise anti-virus systems and software deployment tools.
• Safeguards the network against unauthorized infiltration, modification, destruction or disclosure.
• Researches, evaluates, tests, recommends, communicates and implements new security software or devices.
• Implements, enforces, communicates and develops security policies or plans for data, software applications, hardware, telecommunications and information systems security education/awareness programs.
• Conducts investigations of computer security violations and incidents, reporting as necessary to management.
• Responds to queries and requests for computer security information and reports.
• Incumbent may report into the Security department and act as a liaison between the IT and Security functions OR may report directly into the IT function.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in developing and implementing Intrusion Detection Systems and firewalls.
• Requires a minimum of DoD Final SECRET clearance and may require a DoD TOP SECRET clearance. This requirement must be maintained throughout employment tenure.
• US Citizenship is required.

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Job Type: Regular Full-time

Security Clearance: Secret, eventual TS

Schedule: M-F; 8-5

Work Location: customer site

Travel: yes, 10-20%

Relocation Assistance Available: possible

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: NA

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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