Hris Consultant Jobs in Huntsville, AL
Hris Consultant jobs in Huntsville are concentrated in Cummings Research Park, Downtown, and the Research Park Boulevard corridor, driven by the city's dense defense contracting, aerospace, and federal government sectors. Employers actively hiring include Sanmina, Bow Wave, and IPT Associates. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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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 is seeking a motivated Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) with a background in DoW regulations pertaining to RMF and Cybersecurity. Must be able to work in a team environment. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills both oral and written; exhibit the ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, work environment servicing multiple agencies.
Off Hours support may occasionally be required as mission dictates.
Some of the primary responsibilities will include:
- Provide cybersecurity support per DoDI 8500.01, including assessing and continuously monitoring cybersecurity risk to ensure legacy and new capabilities adhere to enterprise standards such as the Risk Management Framework (RMF), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and the Authorization Official’s Information System Continuous Monitoring (ISCM) strategy.
- Ensure all cybersecurity-related documentation is current and accessible to properly authorized individuals.
- Support the Program Manager (PM) or Information System Owner (ISO) and Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) in maintaining current authorization to operate (ATO), approval to connect (ATC) if required, and implementing corrective actions identified in the Plan of Actions and Milestones (POA&M).
- Continuously monitor systems and their environments for security-relevant events.
- Assist the ISSM in the assessment of proposed configuration changes for potential impact to the cybersecurity posture.
- Assist the ISSM in assessing the quality of security controls implementation against established performance indicators.
- Evaluate system security posture and identify weaknesses using tools such as ACAS and DISA STIGs.
Job Requirements:
- U.S. Citizenship.
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, or related discipline or equivalent experience.
- 7-9 years of experience.
- Cyber certifications in support of DoDM 8140, such as Security+, CISSP, CISM, etc.
- A minimum of four years’ hands-on experience in cybersecurity/information assurance.
- Working knowledge of RMF, NIST SP 800-53, and DISA STIGs.
- Demonstrable experience implementing and validating NIST SP 800-53 controls and reporting findings, artifacts, and other supporting documentation in eMASS.
- Proficiency with security tools such as ACAS/Nessus, SCAP Compliance Checker (SCC), and log aggregate tools.
- Strong technical understanding of operating systems (Windows/Linux), networking concepts, and virtualization.
- Must have an Active current Secret clearance, with SAP eligibility, and the ability to upgrade to Top Secret.
Preferred Skills:
- An active Top Secret clearance, with SAP eligibility.
- Experience conducting authorizations under JSIG.
- Direct experience with Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIF) and Special Access Program Facilities (SAPF)
Schedule: M-F, 8-5
Work Location: Customer-site
Travel: 0-10%
Relocation Assistance Available: No
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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, 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.
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Hris Consultant Jobs in Huntsville: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a hris consultant job in Huntsville?
Target Huntsville's dominant employers in defense contracting, federal agencies, and aerospace, where HR teams manage large, compliance-heavy workforces that rely heavily on HRIS platforms. Cummings Research Park is the densest concentration of technology and government contractor offices in the area. Candidates who know Deltek, SAP, or Workday and have experience supporting government contract workforce reporting will stand out in this market.
Which companies hire hris consultants in Huntsville?
Huntsville hris consultant roles are posted by Sanmina, Bow Wave, and IPT Associates and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. The local market is heavily shaped by large defense primes, federal IT contractors, and the growing number of technology firms that have established operations in the Cummings Research Park area.
Are there remote hris consultant jobs in Huntsville?
Yes, though availability depends on the role since HRIS consultants handling configuration, reporting, and system administration tend to have more remote flexibility than those tied to implementation projects requiring on-site coordination. About 14% of hris consultant openings tied to Huntsville are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with the remote options most common in analytics, data management, and ongoing system support rather than hands-on rollout work.
How can I get a hris consultant job in Huntsville with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Huntsville is through an HR generalist or HR coordinator role at one of the city's many defense contractors or federal agencies, where HRIS platform exposure is built into daily work. Roles supporting benefits administration, onboarding, or payroll processing often use the same Workday or SAP systems employers want consultants to know. Calhoun Community College and UAH also offer HR-related programs that can build foundational credentials recognized by local employers.
Which industries hire the most hris consultants in Huntsville?
The sectors hiring the most hris consultants in Huntsville are Manufacturing, Electronics & Hardware, and Aerospace & Defense, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Huntsville's outsized defense and federal presence means those sectors account for a larger share of local HRIS demand than in most comparably sized U.S. cities.
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