Torch Technologies
Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County headquartered in Huntsville AL. Our team provides superior research development and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nations top 100 defense companies the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: Lighting the Pathway of Freedom. And as a Certified Evergreen ESOP we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!
Torch Technologies is seeking a highly motivated and skilled System Testing and Evaluation Specialist to provide dedicated and professional Advisory and Assistance Support (A&AS) to ensure effective timely and optimal operation of Information Systems that support the Air Force Research Laboratory Munitions Directorate (AFRL/RW) Research and Development (R&D) mission. Our work encompasses the activities associated with information management Information Technology (IT) automation support system administration computer programming configuration management imaging training telecommunications help desk operations customer support administrative support technical engineering and other specialized networking and data communications services. This position supports a dedicated R&D environment that works alongside a DevSecOps team.
The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated individual with experience. The selected candidate will join the R&D IT Team under the Integration and Operations Division IT Operations Branch which provides Linux and Windows System Administration Cybersecurity and Software Testing support to the Munition Directorates Corporate Systems.
As a System Testing and Evaluation Specialist your duties will include the following but are not limited to:
Work closely with team members in all aspects of the existing R&D IT Team.
Document enclave equipment and submit packages for approval test new releases of approved software for vulnerabilities maintain a software inventory and work independently to research test debug and deliver projects on time with some oversight.
Provide advisory services for RMF certification and accreditation activities including creation of RMF documentation required to approve establish maintain and decommission systems.
Support stand-alone enclaves and systems accessing internal and external networks such as the Science and Technology Advanced Research Network (STARNet).
Required Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship
Possess a Bachelors degree in a relevant discipline and 2 years of relevant experience OR 4 to 5 years of relevant IT experience developing and delivering products and solutions may be considered in lieu of degree.
Meet DoD 8140 Work Role 671-System Testing & Evaluation Specialist Intermediate requirements and maintain eligibility through continuous education. This may include a Security or equivalent certification.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Windows 10 Windows 11 and related Personal Computer (PC) skills.
Goal-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills capable of exercising tact and diplomacy have the ability to work in a dynamic team environment possess a strong work ethic and be customer-focused.
Able to mentor team members and eagerly assist in solving complex technical problems.
Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Active Secret clearance required at hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
3 years of relevant experience with a BS degree.
Experience with Linux operating systems scripting and software testing.
Experience developing and delivering National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation including system certification packages.
Schedule:M-F; 8-5
Work Location: customer site
Travel:yes 20%
Relocation Assistance Available: NA
Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No
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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.
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Founded in October 2002, Torch Technologies, Inc. (Torch) is a 100% employee-owned business dedicated to quality technical services, competitive costs and ethical business practices. Torch is headquartered in Huntsville, AL, with employee owners in various technical offices throughout ... View more