Senior Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineer
L3Harris Technologies
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Waco • Texas • United States
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About the role
- Responsible for ensuring that delivered systems meet DoD requirements for cybersecurity.
- 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Software, Cybersecurity, Physics, etc.)
- Minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience or a Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/ Associates Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
- Minimum of an Active Secret Clearance is required and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI clearance (Requires U.S. citizenship)
- Candidate should hold a DoD 8570/8140 approved baseline certification.
- Security+ or equivalent at minimum with CISSP or equivalent preferred.
- Security Engineering with accreditation experience desired.
- Familiarity with ICD 503, Risk Management Framework desired.
- Familiarity with DevSecOps processes/concepts
- Experience performing Active and/or Static code analysis and use of associated code analysis tools
- Development of a secure/hardened Linux based Operating System (OS)
- Analyzing system specifications and translating to system requirements
- Well versed in NIST 800-53 standards desired.
- Experience obtaining an authorization for systems on or in support of aircraft.
- Excellent written, oral, and presentation communication skills
- Experience working with subcontractors and US Government customers.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible work hours
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
cybersecurityRisk Management Framework (RMF)Vulnerability Scanning ToolsSecure Software Development PracticesActive and Static code analysisLinux Operating System (OS)NIST 800-53 standardsRisk Assessment Reports (RAR)System Security Plans (SSP)Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM)
Soft Skills
communication skillsteamworkindependencecustomer interactionpresentation skills
Certifications
Bachelor’s DegreeActive Secret ClearanceDoD TS/SCI clearanceSecurity+CISSP