Level 3 Communications, Inc

Associate, Information Security Systems Engineer

Level 3 Communications, Inc$62K — $115K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Pursuing or recently completed Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Solid understanding of TCP/IP and routing protocols is essential.
  • Knowledge of LAN/WAN networking, security infrastructure, and firewalls is preferred.
  • Familiarity with computer/system security topics including antivirus and access control is an asset.
  • Experience with network security products and solutions is favored.

Responsibilities

  • Assess security infrastructure and provide guidance on network/system design for security.
  • Identify and analyze security risks, threats, and vulnerabilities across technologies.
  • Oversee the development and operation of security tools like firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for system security.
  • Conduct technical evaluations and support compliance with security standards.
  • Evaluate and recommend products for optimal network security.
  • Engage with clients to provide information assurance engineering recommendations.

Benefits

  • Health and disability insurance is provided.
  • 401(k) match and flexible spending accounts available.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offered.
  • Education assistance to support further development.
  • Parental leave and paid time off included.
  • Company-paid holidays throughout the year.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Associate, Information Security Systems Engineer

Job ID: 43400

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

  • Provide guidance and oversight in assessing security infrastructure and network and systems design to ensure system/network security


  • Identify security risks, threats and vulnerabilities of networks, systems, applications and new technology initiatives


  • Provide oversight in the development, testing and operation of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, enterprise anti-virus systems and software deployment tools


  • Develop policies and procedures for securing the system infrastructure and applications


  • Develop complex technical and programmatic assessments, evaluate engineering and integration initiatives and provide technical support to assess security policies, standards and guidelines


  • Perform product evaluations, recommend and implement products/services for network security


  • Interact with clients and provide recommendations on information assurance engineering standards, implementation dependencies and changing information assurance related technologies


Qualifications:

  • To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology/Computer Information Systems with Network Focus or Communications Focus, Electrical Engineering or related field or have completed their Bachelor's degree within the last 12 months, regardless of age.


Preferred Skills:

  • Solid understanding of TCP/IP and routing protocols


  • Knowledge of LAN/WAN networking and security infrastructure (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, IPSec, VPNs)


  • Knowledge of Computer/System Security topics such as Antivirus, Authentication, Authorization, Access Control, Cryptography, SSO, Business Continuity Planning and Application Security


PAY TRANSPARENCY: In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $62,000- $115,000. 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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