Full-Time

Cybersecurity Senior Information Systems Security Manager

Posted on 5/12/2026

Torch Technologies

Torch Technologies

1,001-5,000 employees

End-to-end defense tech product development

No salary listed

No H1B Sponsorship

Montgomery, AL, USA

In Person

Onsite; relocation assistance not provided.

US Citizenship Required

Category
IT & Security (1)
Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a related field and ten years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoW.
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, five of which must be in the DoW.
  • Education: 15 years of directly related experience with proper certifications, eight of which must be in the DoW.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • The ISSM is required to hold and maintain a personnel certification associated with the DCWF ISSM work role (722) at an advanced (senior) proficiency level as outlined in DoDI 8510.01, AFMAN 17-1305 and AFI 17-101 for assigned systems/applications.
Responsibilities
  • Serves as the primary cybersecurity technical advisor to the Authorizing Official (AO), Program Manager (PM), and Information System Owner (ISO).
  • Ensures the integration of cybersecurity into, and throughout, the lifecycle of the information technology, on behalf of the AO and in accordance with DoDI 8510.01.
  • Completes and maintains required cybersecurity certification in accordance with AFMAN 17-1305.
  • Supports the PM or ISO in maintaining current Authorization to Operate, approval to connect (if required), and implementing corrective actions identified in the Plan of Actions and Milestones.
  • Coordinates, with the PM and AO staffs, development of an Information Security Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) strategy and monitors any proposed or actual changes to the system and its environment.
  • Continuously monitors the IT and environment for security-relevant events.
  • Assesses proposed configuration changes for potential impact to the cybersecurity posture.
  • Assesses the quality of security controls implementation against performance indicators.
  • Ensures cybersecurity-related events or configuration changes that impact Air Force Information Technology authorization or adversely impact the security posture are formally reported to the AO and other affected parties, such as Information Owners, stewards, and AOs of interconnected IT.
  • Ensures all Information System Security Officers (ISSO) and privileged users receive necessary technical training and obtain cybersecurity certification IAW AFMAN 17-1301, Computer Security (COMPUSEC), AFMAN 17-1305, and maintain proper clearances IAW DoDI 8500.01.
  • Ensures the Air Force Information Technology is acquired, documented, operated, used, maintained, and disposed of properly IAW DoDI 5000.02 and DoDI 8510.01.
Desired Qualifications
  • Cloud experience
  • Agile Development methodologies
  • RMF

Torch Technologies is a 100% employee-owned technology services and solutions provider focused on defense. It delivers end-to-end product design and development, taking concepts from inception through production and long-term sustainment. Its software development and engineering teams work in agile ways to deliver value, with capabilities spanning prototyping, technology integration, and long-term support. As a major defense contractor, Torch Technologies supports the armed forces and wins contracts that fund its research and development. Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, the company operates a large Design, Development and Integration campus and eight regional offices, underscoring its substantial physical footprint in delivering technical solutions to government customers.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$15.1M

Headquarters

Huntsville, Alabama

Founded

2002

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partners with Davis Defense Group and Vector CSP for PMA-271 program support.
  • Promotes Sam Burkett to SVP and Brady Porter to VP effective February 1, 2023.
  • Secures contracts with U.S. Army AMCOM and Missile Defense Agency.

What critics are saying

  • Defense budget cuts slash Torch's contracts to favor Lockheed Martin within 6-12 months.
  • Leidos erodes Torch's market share via $250M MDA agile contract win in 12-18 months.
  • Engineers defect to Dynetics due to ESOP vesting delays in 6-12 months.

What makes Torch Technologies unique

  • 100% employee-owned structure fosters loyalty among 1100+ employee-owners.
  • Specializes in end-to-end product design from concept to sustainment using agile methodologies.
  • Operates 85,000 sq ft Technology Integration & Prototyping Campus since 2019.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Your Connections

People at Torch Technologies who can refer or advise you

Benefits

Company Equity

401(k) Company Match

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Professional Development Budget

Life Insurance

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

2%
Davis Defense Group
Mar 25th, 2025
Davis Defense Group, Inc. to Deliver PMA-271 Airborne Strategic Command, Control, and Communications Program/Project Management Technical Support Services

As part of this effort, DDG has partnered with Torch Technologies, Inc. and Vector CSP, LLC leveraging their specialized expertise to enhance the program's execution and ensure seamless delivery of mission-critical support services.

Huntsville Business Journal
Dec 4th, 2023
Huntsville company named in top 100 employee owned businesses for 2023

Torch Technologies announced that the company has been added to the National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO) 2023 Employee Ownership 100 list.

HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology
May 9th, 2023
Bill Roark named to HudsonAlpha Board of Directors – HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology

The HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology named Bill Roark to its Board of Directors at a regularly scheduled meeting of the Institute’s leadership.

Huntsville Business Journal
Feb 9th, 2023
Huntsville's Torch Announces Two Executive Promotions

Torch Technologies announced the promotions of Sam Burkett to Senior Vice President and Brady Porter to Vice President effective February 1, 2023.

The News Courier
Nov 30th, 2022
Athens State enters new learning partnerships | Local News | enewscourier.com

Athens State University is pleased to announce new learning partnerships with TBAKI, Aerojet Rocketdyne, the City of Huntsville, and Torch Technologies.