Cybersecurity Specialist (Mid-Level)

Torch.AI • Leawood, KS

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About The Position

Support cybersecurity compliance and hardening efforts across mission-critical platforms. Assist in implementing secure system configurations aligned with DoD and IC security requirements. Support RMF processes including documentation, control implementation, and audit readiness. Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines. Perform vulnerability scanning, remediation tracking, and security validation testing. Support secure network configuration, IAM policy design, and access control enforcement. Maintain security documentation, POA&Ms, and system security artifacts. Assist in incident response and security event triage when needed.

Requirements

• B.S. in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 3–6 years of experience in cybersecurity, compliance, or secure systems engineering.
• Familiarity with RMF, NIST 800-53, and security control implementation.
• Understanding of Linux hardening, IAM, and network security fundamentals.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools and remediation workflows.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.
• Familiarity with STIGs, SCAP scanning, and enclave deployment constraints.
• Experience supporting AWS GovCloud / SC2S / classified environments.
• Security certifications (Security+, CISSP, CAP, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Support cybersecurity compliance and hardening efforts across mission-critical platforms.
• Assist in implementing secure system configurations aligned with DoD and IC security requirements.
• Support RMF processes including documentation, control implementation, and audit readiness.
• Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Perform vulnerability scanning, remediation tracking, and security validation testing.
• Support secure network configuration, IAM policy design, and access control enforcement.
• Maintain security documentation, POA&Ms, and system security artifacts.
• Assist in incident response and security event triage when needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level