Specialist, Systems Engineer

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L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: ​ Information Security Systems Engineer

Job Code: 20701

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

Applies current systems security engineering methods, practices and technologies to the architecture, design, development, evaluation and integration of systems and networks to maintain system security. Works closely with Government customers to ensure that the security protection needs, concerns and requirements are defined and implemented with appropriate fidelity and rigor, early and in a sustainable manner throughout the life cycle of system that will allow for the security authorization of the system of interest. Works with systems developers or commercial product vendors in the design and evaluation of state-of-the-art secure systems, networks, and database products. Uses methods such as encryption technology, vulnerability analysis and security management. Responsible for integration of multiple methods into a cohesive system security perimeter and environment and the policies and procedures necessary to monitor and maintain such an environment. Will prepare Certification and Accreditation documentation, using multiple standards, to achieve security authorization of supported systems. Represents program security needs, concerns and requirements at customer meetings.

Essential Functions:

• Expected to contribute to Product or Network Information Security Engineering activities pertaining to CDRLs, trade studies, security requirements analysis, secure architecture development, management & compliance with security controls, design review milestones (SRR, SDR, PDR, CDR) and security test/verification activities.
• Perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, detailed trade studies, requirements derivation and allocation, and interface definition studies to translate customer Information Security requirements into hardware and software specifications.
• Provide Information Assurance (IA) technical leadership for development teams of new multi-discipline (mechanical, electrical, software, RF, etc.) products.
• Responsible for developing security overlays, data flow diagrams, internal requirements, CONOPs and interface control documents from customer / product requirements.
• Knowledge of security requirements, documentation, and risk mitigation strategies.
• AWS cloud security knowledge including architecture, design, deployment, and management of cloud security technologies. 
• Strong familiarity with Linux. 
• Familiarity with security related tools – SIEM, malware, HIPS, etc 
• Identify security risks, threats and vulnerabilities of networks, systems, applications and new technology initiatives (hardware, software, cross-domain solutions, cryptographic devices, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, anti-virus systems and software deployment tools).
• Experience in writing and managing RMF body of evidence documents (e.g., System Security Plan (SSP), Security Compliance Traceability Matrix (SCTM), Risk Assessment Report (RAR), Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) Plan, and Security Assessment Plans and Procedures (SAPP).
• Knowledgeable with malware detection systems for Windows and Linux. 
• This is an On-Site Position

Qualifications: 

• Education 
  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience, or 
  • Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience or 
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. 
• Must have active TS/SCI security clearance
• DoD 8140.03 IAT Level 2 certification

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Familiarity with Model Based System Engineering (UML, SysML, UAF). 
• DoD 8140.03 IAT Level 3 certification (e.g. CISSP).
• Experience in configuration and use of cyber defense and vulnerability assessment tools such as ACAS and SCC. 
• Moderate understanding of vulnerability analysis tools such Tenable NESSUS Security products. 
• Experience in the content development and administration of SEIM/audit reduction tools (e.g., Splunk). 
• Foundational knowledge of Layer 3 architecture and diagramming within Visio (or equivalent). 
• General knowledge of common threats to information systems and how compromise would damage system integrity. 
• Supporting account management, PKI cert management, LDAP configuration/management. 
• Scripting experience (Bash/Shell, Python, Perl, PowerShell). 
• Active TS/SCI with CI poly is highly desired . 

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $79,000 - $146,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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