Scientist Information Security Systems Engineer Secret - Palm Bay, FL

Job Title : Information Security Systems Engineer

Job Code : 19583

Job Location : Palm Bay, FL.

Job Schedule : 9 / 80

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. Throughout the lifecycle of system, works closely with 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 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 using methods such as encryption technology, vulnerability analysis and security management. Responsible for integration of multiple methods into a cohesive system security perimeter and environment while implementing the policies and procedures necessary to monitor and maintain such an environment. Prepares Certification and Accreditation documentation, using multiple industry standards such as DITSCAP, NIACAP, DCID 6 / 3, Common Criteria, and NIST 800-37, to achieve security authorization of supported systems. Represents program security needs, concerns and requirements at customer meetings.

Essential Functions :

Lead the development and implementation of program protection throughout the System Development Lifecycle. Key tasks include

Assessing systems for Critical Program Information

Conducting trade studies

Developing program protection requirements

Implementing security architectures

Assessing threats via attack / countermeasure analysis

Conducting Verification and Validation activities.

Serve as a SME in the area of program protection

Draft Program Protection Plans (PPPs), Cybersecurity Strategies, Security Classification Guides (SCGs), and Program Protection Plans

Interact with customer to define program protection requirements, solutions, trades, costs, implementation, system impacts, and effectiveness

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 with A&A package processing

Experience in RMF accreditation of Platform IT (PIT) systems

NSA Type 1 Certification of cryptographic high assurance devices

Experience with NSA High Assurance products and IASRD and SERD requirements

Experience in DoD software selection and approval processes for COTS, GOTS and FOSS

Support security engineering activities, including basis of estimate development, requirements development, design, test, configuration management and maintenance of information systems and data

Assist program security in the development of policies and procedures for emerging security technologies

Support the evaluation, qualification, testing and delivery of security architecture improvement, obsolescence replacement and vulnerability response projects

Experience with Security Testing and Verification

Work is to be accomplished 100% onsite, in a lab environment, no options for remote support

Qualifications :

Education requirements :

Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of 12 years of prior relevant experience.

Graduate Degree and a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

In lieu of a degree, minimum of 16 years of prior related experience.

Minimum of Collateral Secret security clearance required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOD 8140 certification (or NIST 800-181), appropriate for the position within 6-months of start

Preferred Additional Skills :

Experience in configuration and use of cyber defense and vulnerability assessment tools such as ACAS and SCC.

Active TS / SCI Clearance is highly desired

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Affirmative Action / 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.