(DoW SkillBridge), Sr. Specialist, Systems Engineer

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies – Integrated C5 Systems (IC5S) is a recognized global leader in the design, development and production of secure communication systems and products supporting mission-critical space, ground, air and naval operations. IC5S is where employees have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our business and the world around us while thriving in an environment that continually fosters growth and career development. We are committed to providing best-in-class solutions to our customers with the highest level of integrity, excellence and uncompromised quality in everything we do.

The Information Assurance Systems Engineer is first and foremost a Systems Engineer who is also a subject matter expert in the development of systems and equipment that protect classified National Security information. S/he will be responsible for applying security and cryptography expertise throughout the Systems Engineering process to develop and successfully certify National Security systems on time, within the allotted budget, and with low residual risk.

The Information Assurance Systems Engineer is an ideal position for those with either Systems Engineering academic or industry experience in the design, development, and test of Information Assurance solutions for Defense and Intelligence community customers. The successful candidate will possess both expertise in Systems Engineering as well as in Information Assurance, Security, and Cryptography. Demonstrated history of success in developing NSA Approved products is highly desirable.

Essential Functions:

The Information Assurance Systems Engineer is an ideal position for those with either Systems Engineering academic or industry experience in the design, development, and test of Information Assurance solutions for Defense and Intelligence community customers. The successful candidate will possess both expertise in Systems Engineering as well as in Information Assurance, Security, and Cryptography. Demonstrated history of success in developing NSA Approved products is highly desirable.

Within the Security engineering context, his or her primary responsibility will be performing Concept of Operations development, Requirement’s decomposition/synthesis, Architecture Development and analysis, and security test planning and execution.

Qualifications:

·A Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline, Master’s degree highly desired

·At least 6+ years’ experience in Systems Engineering of Information Assurance systems/products

·Active US Government security clearance (DOD SECRET minimum)

·US Citizenship required

·Excellent verbal and written communications skills; works with others to coordinate efforts, influence and resolve cross-team issues and effectively communicate changes.

·A complete understanding of the systems engineering process from concept phase through systems test. Must be adept at: Architecture Development, Functional Analysis, Requirements Allocation & Traceability, Trade-off Studies, System Synthesis and System Evaluation (Integration & Verification Testing).

·Proven track record of success and experience in the architecture, design, analysis, integration, and test of NSA Approved Type 1 Certified systems or equipment.

oAbility to act as a single Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Information Assurance, Security, and Cryptography.

oExceptional security architecture development skills; specifically including the ability to make complex design trade-offs affecting system security

oExperience negotiating security requirements with NSA Technical Evaluators.

oExperience with NSA TSRD, IASRD, and FSDA requirements and processes.

oExperience with development of NSA Security Evaluation Document (SED) CDRLs. Multiple programs is highly desirable.

oWorking knowledge of Type 1, Suite A, Suite B, and Commercial Cryptographic algorithms (Symmetric and Asymmetric).

·Willingness to travel up to 10% of time

Preferred Additional Skills:

·Understanding of Key Management Systems including Electronic Key Management System (EKMS) and Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) as they impact the design of End Cryptographic Units (ECUs)

·Experience with Cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework

·Cybersecurity Credential (e.g., CISSP)

·Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience highly desirable

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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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