Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineering

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Job Title: Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineering

Job Number: 34972

Job Location: Yorba Linda, CA

Job Schedule: Flexible work schedule but 4/10 is preferred

Clearance: An Active Department of War Security Clearance is Required to Be Considered

Job Description:

The Information Security Systems Engineering team is looking for a Systems Security Analyst with a focus on supporting disconnected networks and DMZs. Experience with a SIEM product, a basic understanding of X.509 digital certificates and their utilization in systems using public key infrastructure (PKI). Additional roles would require an understanding of MS Windows 2022/2025 servers, MS Windows 11 workstations, Active Directory, MS Exchange, patch management systems, anti-malware, back-up systems, virtual infrastructures, firewalls, layer 3 network switches and previous software developer support would be a plus.

Essential Functions:

• Assists in developing all applicable documents needed to obtain an Authorization to Operate (ATO) or an Authorization to Connect (ATC) for responsible systems.
• Assists the ISSM in identifying the information protection needs for systems and networks.
• Reviews and assists design engineers in overarching system design with a focus on Cybersecurity.
• Interacts with customers and authorization officials to define and achieve required Cybersecurity objectives.
• Maintain awareness of the most recent system security policies and directives.
• Asks questions and seeks clarification on unfamiliar and/or unclear concepts, designs, and implementation detail
• Travel up to 10% as needed
• Maintains compliance with training and ethical standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/ Associates Degree and a minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Significant relevant experience will be considered.
• One year of experience with hardening Linux and Windows based operating systems.
• Experience in preparing Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M), and System Security Plans.
• Participating in Systems Risk Mitigation, System Vulnerability Assessments, and Assessments of Security Controls
• One year experience with switches, routers and firewalls a plus.
• Candidate must be willing to work a flexible job schedule to include off-shift work and occasional overtime.
• One of the following Cybersecurity certification(s):
  • Cisco CCNA Security
  • Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
  • CompTIA Security+ CE
  • CompTIA
  • Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
  • EC-Council Certified Network Defender (CND)
  • GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
  • GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
  • ISC2 System Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Active Secret Clearance
• Experience Analyzing system specifications and translating cybersecurity requirements.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is Min $92,500.00 - $171,500.00 Max. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $80,500.00 Min - $149,500.00 Max. 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.

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