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L3Harris Technologies · 4 hours ago

Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineer

Waco, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

4+ years exp

L3Harris Technologies is a leader in the defense industry, dedicated to delivering end-to-end technology solutions for national security. The Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineer will ensure that systems meet DoD cybersecurity requirements through various responsibilities including security controls documentation, risk assessments, and collaboration with engineering teams.

CommercialInformation TechnologyNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Identifying the information protection needs for systems, software and networks

Reviewing and assisting design engineers in overarching system design with a focus on cybersecurity

Interacting with customers and accreditation officials to define and achieve required cybersecurity objectives

Document security controls/requirements for inclusion in the system requirements specifications

Maintain awareness of the most recent system security policies and directives and assist Systems Engineers and Cybersecurity Engineers with the analysis of user and system requirements and constraints

Ensure delivered information systems meet security standards in accordance with ICD 503, Risk Management Framework (RMF)

Develop Risk Assessment Reports (RAR), System Security Plans (SSP), Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM), and other applicable documents needed to obtain an Authorization to Operate (ATO) for fielded systems

Support steps one through six of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) Security Life Cycle, ensuring information assurance is included in the design architecture

Use Vulnerability Scanning Tools to scan target networks/applications and identify weaknesses. Use results and correct/remediate the findings

Track Software Vulnerability Findings and Software Patches

Work with Software Development Team on Secure Software Development Practices to ensure that developed software vulnerabilities are addressed early in the development process

Work with customers to provide Cyber Security as a Service (CsaaS) support

Work successfully both independently and in a team environment

Qualification

CybersecurityRisk Management FrameworkDoD 8570/8140 certificationNIST 800-53 standardsSecure Software DevelopmentVulnerability Scanning ToolsCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree in an appropriate engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Software, Cybersecurity, Physics, etc.) and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience or a Graduate Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/ Associates Degree and a minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. A combination of education and experience may be substituted for these requirements

Minimum of an Active Secret Clearance is required and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI clearance (Requires U.S. citizenship)