Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineer

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Job Title: Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineer
Job Code: 31929

Job Location: Waco, TX

Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

L3Harris is actively seeking a Specialist, Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) for our facility located in Waco, TX for an exempt direct hire opportunity. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for ensuring that delivered systems meet DoD requirements for cybersecurity.

Essential Functions:

• 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

Qualifications:

• 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)

Preferred Additional Skills:

• ISSE Systems engineering candidates with experience in one or more of the following is preferred:
• 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.
• Active or Current DoD TS/SCI clearance

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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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