Senior Cyber Security Engineer

L3Harris

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Work type
On-site
Location
Rochester, NYColumbia, MD
Salary
$92,500–$171,500 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
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About L3Harris

L3Harris Technologies is a US aerospace and defense technology company providing space and airborne systems, communications, electronic warfare, and missile propulsion solutions for government and commercial customers.

L3Harris currently has 891 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Senior Cyber Security Engineer

JOB TITLE: Senior Cyber Security Engineer The Senior Cyber Security Engineer joins the team to apply systems security engineering methods to the architecture, design, development, evaluation, and integration of networks and systems. This role involves working closely with government customers to define security requirements and implement protections throughout the system life cycle to achieve security authorization. Key responsibilities include preparing Certification and Accreditation documentation using RMF standards such as DOD 8510, JSTIG, ICD-503, and CNSSI 1253. The engineer will utilize encryption technology, vulnerability analysis, and tools like ACAS and SCC to protect embedded systems. Core tasks involve assessing security controls via NIST 800-53, managing cryptographic high assurance devices, and developing Program Protection Plans to safeguard critical program information within a lab environment.

What you'll do

  • Apply systems security engineering methods to the architecture, design, and integration of secure networks and systems.
  • Prepare Certification and Accreditation documentation using RMF standards and derivative processes like JSTIG and ICD-503.
  • Assess security and privacy controls in embedded systems using NIST 800-53 standards.
  • Perform RMF accreditation for Platform IT systems, including categorization, control selection, and security assessment.
  • Certify Cryptographic High Assurance Devices and manage IASRD and SERD requirements.
  • Configure and utilize cyber defense and vulnerability assessment tools such as ACAS and SCC.
  • Draft Program Protection Plans, Cybersecurity Strategies, Security Classification Guides, and System Security Engineering Plans.
  • Provide DoD software selection and approval processes for COTS, GOTS, and FOSS components.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience.
  • Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
  • Minimum of 10 years of prior related experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Minimum of Collateral Secret security clearance required.
  • Experience with High Assurance products, IASRD, and SERD requirements.
  • Experience in configuration and use of cyber defense and vulnerability assessment tools such as ACAS and SCC.
  • Experience with Risk Management Framework A&A on embedded systems (preferred).
  • U.S. citizens.

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