Software Developer

Torch Technologies • Huntsville, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Torch Technologies is seeking a skilled, security-conscious Software Developer to support customers at the Missile and Space Intelligence Center (MSIC). The role works alongside cybersecurity engineers, network engineers, network/server administrators, and other engineers to promote security and automation throughout the software development lifecycle. The position is contingent upon contract award and is based at the customer site. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with 0–10% travel. Relocation assistance is not available.

The developer writes clean, secure, well-documented, and testable code; contributes to weapon-system modeling, simulation, integration, and testing; and collaborates on secure architectures, threat modeling, and security risk assessments. The work also includes secure application deployment in infrastructure, virtualized, and cloud environments; container and microservice development; security monitoring and logging; vulnerability remediation; and documentation, training, and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.
• 5 to 10+ years of experience in software development.
• Strong understanding of software development principles and best practices.
• Experience with at least one modern programming language, such as Java, Python, Go, or C#.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Active Top Secret clearance; the clearance must be maintained throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in computer science or a related field.
• TS/SCI and SAP eligibility preferred.
• Experience with legacy Threat Modeling and Analysis Program (TMAP) threat modeling.
• Experience with AFSIM.
• Experience with secure coding practices such as OWASP Top 10.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST 800-series, DoW RMF, and DISA STIGs.
• Experience with security testing tools and techniques.
• Security+, Network+, CCNA, and/or CCNP certification.
• Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) or Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and integration of high-, medium-, or low-fidelity weapon-system models.
• Execute testing of weapon-system modeling, integration, and simulations.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts on verification and validation of weapon-system modeling and simulation.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity engineers and developers to design and implement secure software architectures.
• Participate in threat modeling and security risk assessments.
• Contribute to secure coding standards and best practices.
• Research and evaluate technologies and frameworks to improve security and development efficiency.
• Write and maintain well-documented, testable code.
• Work with network engineers and network/server administrators to deploy and configure applications securely.
• Contribute to Infrastructure as Code templates and automate application deployment and configuration.
• Develop and deploy applications in virtualized and cloud environments.
• Implement security controls for cloud-based resources and services.
• Develop and deploy secure containers and microservices.
• Ensure applications are instrumented for security monitoring and logging.
• Monitor application performance and security.
• Contribute to dashboards and reports tracking security metrics.
• Document application architectures, code, and security controls.
• Participate in training and knowledge-sharing activities.
• Implement and maintain logging and auditing mechanisms.
• Participate in vulnerability remediation efforts.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) participation.
• 401(k) match.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts, Health Savings Accounts, and Health Reimbursement Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level