We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Operations Engineer to join our cybersecurity team and lead technical initiatives to protect enterprise networks, systems, and data. The engineer will be responsible for planning, implementing, upgrading, and monitoring security infrastructure and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of digital assets. This hands-on technical role supports incident response, vulnerability management, and enterprise risk mitigation efforts in a hybrid cloud and on-premise environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain cybersecurity defenses for enterprise systems and networks across on-prem, hybrid, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Perform continuous monitoring of systems, logs, and alerts using SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, ELK, QRadar).
• Assess system and network vulnerabilities using tools like Nessus, Tenable, Qualys, or OpenVAS, and recommend appropriate mitigations.
• Configure and harden security appliances such as firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), endpoint protection platforms (EPP/EDR), and DLP systems.
• Develop, document, and enforce system security configurations based on NIST SP 800-53, CIS Benchmarks, and DoD STIGs.
• Lead or support response activities during security incidents, including root cause analysis, containment, eradication, and recovery.
• Participate in red/blue team exercises and cyber range activities to test detection and response readiness.
• Ensure enterprise systems and controls maintain compliance with RMF, CMMC, FedRAMP, or ISO/IEC 27001 standards.
• Automate security operations using scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash) and security orchestration tools (SOAR).
• Maintain documentation including system security plans (SSPs), POA&Ms, and incident reports.
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Assurance, or related discipline.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations, security engineering, or network defense.
• A current DoD TS/SCI security clearance is required.
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, TCP/IP, ports and services, and security concepts (e.g., zero trust, least privilege).
• Proficient in use of cybersecurity tools: SIEM, vulnerability scanners, packet analyzers (e.g., Wireshark), and firewall consoles.
• Familiarity with security compliance frameworks such as NIST SP 800-171/53, DoD RMF, CMMC, or ISO 27001.
• Ability to work independently in incident response and lead technical investigations.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations, security engineering, or network defense.
• Active DoD 8570 IAT II or III certification (e.g., Security+, CySA+, CASP+, CISSP, CISM).
• Experience with EDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender ATP).
• Hands-on experience with log aggregation and SIEM tuning (Splunk preferred).
• Experience working in a Security Operations Center (SOC) or with DevSecOps pipelines.
• Familiarity with threat intelligence platforms (TIP), MITRE ATT&CK, and adversary emulation.
  
  

U.S. Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Job Type: Full time

Security Clearance: TopSecret, TS/SCI

Schedule: 40 hours per week, on-site

Work Location: Pax River, MD

Travel: 0-10%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Salary Range - MD: $83,000-$110,000 depending on experience and the level hired into

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.

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.