Software Assurance Engineer with Security Clearance

Torch Technologies is seeking a Software Assurance professional to provide technical support to the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Engineering Directorate Modeling & Simulation (M&S) office (DES) team supporting Objective Simulation Framework (OSF). Responsibilities: Familiarization with Application Security and Development Secure Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) Familiarization with software development and how it pertains to Risk Management Framework (RMF) controls and generating software assurance packages Participates in establishing software quality standards for life cycle, documentation, development methods, testing and maintenance Participates in establishing software quality standards for life cycle, documentation, development methods, testing and maintenance Specifies functional and non-functional software requirements Assists in establishing quantitative measurements and techniques for measuring software quality Establishes software test standards and methods and conducts software tests. Support Cybersecurity efforts, which include software assurance methods, perform software analysis using automated analysis tools (HP Fortify/Sonar Qube) and manual techniques to identify coding flaws, exploitable vulnerabilities, and malicious indicators in software applications Examines supplier-provided documents prepared during the software development process to ensure technical accuracy, readability, and completeness Provides recommended changes to satisfy documentation requirements, project objectives, and continuous improvement initiatives Reviews detailed reports (Software Threat Assessment Reports, Software Attack Surface Analysis Report, and Interface Design Documents) of identified issues and works with prime contractor personnel and software development personnel to analyze, identify mitigations and provide guidance on requirements that Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is enforcing with MDA Memo 16 and MDA processes Directly interfaces with government management personnel and is adept at oral and written communication required at all levels of management to maintain control of assigned programs and projects and advocate for program mission Reviews and evaluates software products and services for adherence to government directives, standards and guidelines concerning software quality assurance Other duties can include assisting the cyber team with cyber assessments, auditing functions and helping build RMF packages based on the preferred requirements. Willing to travel to sites approximately 10% travel Job Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, a related field or equivalent experience. 2+ years related experience in government software development, quality assurance and testing. Candidates must comply with the experience, training, and certification requirements for Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level II certification (e.g., Security + CE, CySA, CASP+, etc.) to satisfy DoD 8140 (DoD 8570.01) requirements upon employment. Must have experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux operating systems. Working knowledge of DoD security policies and procedures. Self-starter that thrives in a dynamic environment and works well within a team environment. Effective oral and written communication skills for working within a team environment. Candidate must possess an understanding of Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS), Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIG's), IAVAs or with DoD information assurance applications such as Assured Compliance Assessment Solution (ACAS) for vulnerability scans, network configuration assessments, and network discovery and Security Content Automation Protocol (SCAP)/Evaluate-STIG Validation Tool for validating system compliance. US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance Preferred Requirements: Knowledge of ACAS, NESSUS, Elastic, SCAP, POA&Ms, NIST, NISPOM, system audits, vulnerability scanning, and RMF package development. Support Stakeholders in the operation of the comprehensive Elastic platform in terms of know-how and the technologies used. Linux certification e.g., Linux+, LPIC, Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE). Previous experience with the Missile Defense Agency elements, components, or equivalent system of system environments. U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Job Type: Full-time, 40 hours. Security Clearance: Secret Schedule : M-F; 40 hours/week Work Location: Huntsville, AL Travel : 0-10% Relocation Assistance Available: No Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to . Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.