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(DoD Skill Bridge), Specialist, Security Operations

Salt Lake City, Utah

Job ID 21250
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L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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 Title: Security Operations Shift Lead

Job Code: 21250

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Job Schedule: 9/80

L3Harris’ DoD SkillBridge is connecting transitioning service members to career training opportunities within our organization. We will provide service members with valuable civilian work experience through industry specific training, certifications and on the job experience during their DoD SkillBridge internship to help them ready themselves for their next mission.

L3Harris aims to attract and retain veteran talent and to help bridge the gap between their military service and civilian careers within our organization. L3Harris is eager to share our knowledge and experience with our service members. This internship is an opportunity for the service member to gain a full understanding of the job position outlined below.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR DOD SKILLBRIDGE JOB OPPORTUNITES YOU MUST BE AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF THE U.S. MILITARY WITH 180 DAYS OF SERVICE OR FEWER REMAINING PRIOR TO YOUR DATE OF SEPARATION AND HAVE AT LEAST 180 CONTINUOUS DAYS OF ACTIVE SERVICE.

Job Description:

The Physical Security Shift Lead is responsible for executing the Physical Security operations per policies and procedures and overseeing the activities of the subcontractors on their shift to ensure operational excellence and promote a secure environment.  This position primarily works in the Physical Security Command Center.

This includes the following essential job functions:

  • Operation of organizational, security, and facilities systems
  • Monitoring and interpreting information from available systems to coordinate appropriate responses and forecast needs
  • Basic troubleshooting and repair of systems in use
  • Recognizing and responding to emergency situations, coordinating apprporiate responses and making critical notifications in an expediant manner
  • Interacting with individuals and groups to ensure compliance with organizational procedures and practices
  • Communicating and coordinating with response personnel to remedy identified issues
  • Preparing and submitting a variety of reports
  • Directing, coaching, and instructing others in the execution of security and organizational procedures
  • Tactful and discretionary communication with others
  • Initiating action when the recognition of problems/ potential problems occur
  • Directing and monitoring the activities of Security contractors to ensure security objectives are being pursued and contractual guidance is being adhered to
  • Investigate abnormalities and security incidents, taking action, and providing documented reports
  • Maintaining databases, files, logs, and similar items, ensuring accuracy and accountability
  • Receiving and coordinating security services while on duty
  • Performing systematic checks and audits to ensure the protection of classified information
  • Performing compliance functions to ensure the alignment of security operations to regulatory and customer requirements and standards

Essential Functions:

  • Operating a computer and other office equipment including a phone, copier, and printer throughout each day.
  • Operating specialized security and building management systems including access control, alarm, radio, digital video, intrusion detection, fire system monitoring, and similar systems.
  • Working in 24’x12’ office shared with one other worker routinely and occasionally more workers.
  • Moving around the office and outside (year round) throughout the day, including walking, bending, reaching above shoulder level, and occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • Frequently corresponding with others regarding security and organizational policies and practices.  Must be able to communicate accurate information.
  • Knowledge of Security and ability to learn and perform security processes.
  • Ability to routinely handle emergency or time-sensitive high-stress situations.
  • Ability to work in shifts, routinely up to 12 hours per day and overtime as required by operational needs
  • This job description is subject to change at any time.

Qualifications:

  • SECRET (final) Clearance
  • Requires proficient knowledge of job area. May have practical knowledge of project management. Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Attention to detail
  • A high degree of situational awareness and tactfulness
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Reading comprehension
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Empathy/ patience
  • Basic investigative skills
  • Confidentiality
  • Understanding of risk
  • Customer Service
  • Effectively operate computer based programs

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. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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.

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