Principal Security Assistant

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 nation’s 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 has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Security Assistant to support the Aerospace Dominance Enabler Division (AFLCMC/ESDI) at Hill AFB, Ogden, Utah. The ADE Division provides acquisition, sustainment, and technical expertise to support numerous Air Force systems, including Electronic Warfare, Command and Control Systems, Advanced Radar Threat Systems, Air Combat Training and Aircrew Readiness, and many others across the USAF and joint service environments.

As a Principal Security Assistant your duties include, but are not limited to:

• Provide expert-level support to Department of War (DoW) programs by assisting government leadership with decision-making, planning, and execution throughout the acquisition lifecycle. You will apply your technical and/or professional expertise to ensure compliance with applicable policies and regulations, contribute to mission success, and help deliver critical capabilities to the warfighter.

• Provide Security Assistant support under the direction of Government Security Managers and Security Administrators.

• Support collateral and Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security programs.

• Assist the Air Force Cognizant Security Authority (CSA) in execution of security oversight responsibilities.

• Administer and maintain security programs involving information security, personnel security, operations security (OPSEC), industrial security, communications security (COMSEC), acquisition security, physical security, and anti-terrorism/force protection.

• Develop, review, and maintain Security Classification Guides (SCGs), Security Operating Procedures (SOPs), and related security documentation.

• Support Program Protection Plan (PPP) development and implementation activities.

• Assist with DD Form 254 preparation, review, coordination, and security requirements administration.

• Process and manage personnel security actions utilizing DISS and other government security systems.

• Conduct security inspections, self-assessments, compliance reviews, and audit preparation activities.

• Support SCIF, CAP, and secure facility operations, including access control, visitor management, and safeguarding classified information.

• Identify, investigate, and report security incidents, violations, and vulnerabilities.

• Provide security training, awareness briefings, and guidance to government and contractor personnel.

• Support anti-terrorism and force protection requirements as directed.

• Coordinate with military personnel, government civilians, contractors, and external security organizations to ensure mission success.

Required Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field and 25 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 15 years of which must be in the DoW, OR

• 30 years of directly related experience, 20 years of which must be in the DoW.

• Understanding of counterintelligence threats and trends

• Familiarity with DoW and Air Force security policies, manuals, directives, and instructions

• Experience with DISS, SCIF operations, and DD Form 254 processes

• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and sound judgment

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Must be willing to travel within organizations direct area of responsibility

• Must be willing to adapt to contingency schedule if required by unit in unusual cases of emergency or critical mission support need

• Must be able to identify classified documents/information, and know proper safeguarding

• Must complete all required security training in accordance with DoW and Air Force regulations for those filling the role of security assistant.

• SCIF Access Control & Management

• DISS System Proficiency

• DoW & Air Force Security Policy Compliance

• Secure Video Teleconferencing (SVTC) Operations

• Classified Information Safeguarding

• Strong collaboration skills across diverse stakeholders

• Ability to work in dynamic, high-pressure environments

• Effective verbal and written communication

• Professional discretion with sensitive information

• Must have and maintain a Top-Secret clearance.

Schedule: (M-F; 8-5)

Work Location: Onsite at Hill AFB, UT

Travel: 10-25%

Relocation Assistance Available: No

Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

#LI-EW1

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, 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 Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to HR@torchtechnologies.com. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.