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 fulltime Work Location: Onsite, Lexington Park MD Travel: yes, 10% Relocation Assistance Available: Yes Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No Salary Range - MD: $80,000- $130,000 The 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-DK1 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, 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.