Cyber Security System Administrator

Torch Technologies, Inc.•Huntsville, AL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a motivated Cyber Security System Administrator to join a diverse team. This role involves monitoring, updating, and supporting THAAD Hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), Digital, and simulation labs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Linux and security, with knowledge in configuration management being a plus. This position requires the ability to work effectively in a team environment and supports independent test platforms for the THAAD weapons system.

Requirements

US Citizenship.
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, or a related field or equivalent experience.
7-9 years of experience related Linux systems administration experience.
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.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.
Knowledge with a configuration management focus is a plus.
Exhibit the ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, customer focused work environment.

Responsibilities

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.