Lead, Information Security Systems Engineering

About the role

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. 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 Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply security controls from NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and related guidance into requirements that functional engineers can design to meet
• Support implementation and validation of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and other configuration baselines
• Execute and support RMF lifecycle activities (categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring) as needed
• Develop, maintain, and review RMF documentation (e.g., SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, Security Plans)
• Review high-level system design to ensure it meets security requirements within software, networking, and hardware
• Interface with internal stakeholders, Authorizing Officials (AOs), and external assessors to support authorization efforts
• Track and report compliance status, risks, and remediation activities to program leadership
• Travel up to 10% as needed

Qualifications

Required Qualifications (one of the following): Bachelor’s degree in any engineering discipline including cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, etc. with minimum 9 years of relevant experience; Graduate degree in a related field with 7 years of relevant experience; In lieu of a degree, 13 years of relevant experience.

Requirements

Required Certifications: One DoD 8140 / 8570-compliant certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, SSCP, GSEC), or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Skills

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Experience with the systems engineering lifecycle as it relates to security objectives; particularly requirements analysis, design, and testing
• Exposure to cryptographic systems, FIPS 140-3, or NSA certification processes
• Experience with high-assurance or classified systems
• Hands-on experience executing RMF within DoD environments
• Experience applying NIST SP 800-53 security controls and STIGs
• Experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Familiarity with TEMPEST, Anti-Tamper, or related system security disciplines
• Experience supporting government customers in a SETA/A&AS role
• Additional certifications (CISM, CISSP-ISSEP, CISA, CEH, GIAC, etc.)
• Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain

Systems & Technical Context:

• Understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, network architecture, boundary defense)
• Experience working with embedded systems and/or communications systems
• Familiarity with DevSecOps environments
• Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams

Schedule

Job Schedule: 9/80 (employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off)