Active US Top Secret/SCI security clearance required.
Bachelor's Degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience, or a Graduate Degree with 0-2 years.
6 years of relevant experience may substitute for a degree.
Active Security+ certification or equivalent DoD 8140 certification required.
Familiarity with NIST 800-53 for assessing security controls preferred.
Responsibilities
Conduct vulnerability scans to identify security weaknesses and threats.
Support implementation and testing of security tools like firewalls and intrusion detection systems.
Assist in security assessments for compliance with policies and standards.
Evaluate security products and provide recommendations for improvements.
Communicate findings and document risks with internal teams and stakeholders.
Benefits
9/80 work schedule allows for every other Friday off.
Opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies.
Collaborative team environment focused on information assurance.
Potential for professional development and growth within the company.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Senior Associate, Information Security Systems Engineer (ISSE)
Job Code: 44711
Job Location: Greenville, TX
Schedule: 9/80 - Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
L3Harris Technologies is seeking an Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) to join our Sensor Infrastructure team. The ideal candidate is a go-getter with comprehensive knowledge of information security principles and practices, bringing deep expertise in vulnerability scanning, compliance frameworks, secure system design and Authorization to Operate (ATO) documentation.
Essential Functions:
Conduct vulnerability scans on networks, systems, and applications to identify security weaknesses, misconfigurations, and potential threats.
Support the implementation, testing, and basic operation of security tools such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems, endpoint protection platforms, and software deployment utilities.
Assist with security assessments by reviewing systems and configurations for compliance with established security policies, standards, and best practices.
Participate in evaluating security products and technologies, and provide input on tools or services that improve network and system security.
Work with internal teams and stakeholders to communicate findings, document risks, and provide recommendations related to information assurance controls and security requirements.
Qualifications:
Active US Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
Bachelor's Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience.
Graduate Degree and a minimum of 0 - 2 years of prior related experience.
In lieu of a degree, a minimum of 6 years of prior related experience.
Active Security+ certification or comparable Department of Defense 8140 certification.
Preferred Additional Skills
Experience assessing security and privacy controls in embedded systems using NIST 800-53.
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.
