Job Title: Senior Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineer

Job Code: 18003

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Job Description:

Applies current systems security engineering methods, practices and technologies to the architecture, design, development, evaluation and integration of systems and networks to maintain system security. Works closely with Government customers to ensure that the security protection needs, concerns and requirements are defined and implemented with appropriate fidelity and rigor, early and in a sustainable manner throughout the life cycle of system that will allow for the security authorization of the system of interest. Works with systems developers or commercial product vendors in the design and evaluation of state-of-the-art secure systems, networks, and database products. Uses methods such as encryption technology, vulnerability analysis and security management. Responsible for integration of multiple methods into a cohesive system security perimeter and environment and the policies and procedures necessary to monitor and maintain such an environment. Will prepare Certification and Accreditation documentation, using multiple standards under RMF and derivative processes (DOD 8510, JSIG, ICD-503, CNSSI 1253), to achieve security authorization of supported systems. Represents program security needs, concerns and requirements at customer meetings.

Essential Functions:

• Experience in Risk Management Framework (RMF) accreditation and authorization (A&A) processes to include RMF steps 1-4 (categorization, controls selection, control implementation, security assessment) and standard body of evidence (BoE) package development.
• Experience in DoD software selection and approval processes for COTS, GOTS and FOSS.
• Experience in the application of DISA SRGs and STIGs.
• Support security engineering activities, requirements development, design, test, configuration management and maintenance of information systems and data.
• Assist program security in the development of policies and procedures.
• Support vulnerability assessment activities as required.
• Support the evaluation, qualification, testing and delivery of security architecture improvement, obsolescence replacement and vulnerability response projects.
• Experience in configuration and use of cyber defense and vulnerability assessment tools to include ACAS.
• Strong understanding of threats, vulnerabilities, and risk.
• Work is 100% on-site and cannot be accomplished remotely.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 12 years of prior related experience.
• SECRET security clearance required.
• 8140.03M IAT-2.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Windows and Linux system administration skills.
• Experience in the content development and administration of SEIM/audit reduction tools (e.g., Splunk).
• DOD 8570.01M IASAE-1 certification is desired.
• Strong understanding of engineering processes, concepts and information security systems engineering principles (NIST SP 800-160 Vol1).
• Understanding of security control inheritance in terms of IaaS, PaaS and SaaS relationships.
• Experience with A&A package processing in eMASS
• System test and evaluation methods and RMF assessment methodology & process.
• Experience in Cyber Defense technologies.
• Experience with CI/CD, agile system development, and DevSecOps tools and processes.
• Understanding of system vulnerabilities and exploitation.
• General knowledge of common threats to information systems and how compromise would damage system integrity.
• Scripting experience (Bash/Shell, Python, Perl, PowerShell).
• Experience in application hardening through code scanning (with tools like Coverity/Fortify) and mitigating findings.
• Top Secret clearance is highly desired.

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In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $67,500 - $125,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

The application window for this requisition is anticipated to close August 31, 2024.