Level 3 Communications, Inc

Specialist, Systems Engineering - Cybersecurity 1

Level 3 Communications, Inc$92K — $171K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Secret security clearance is required.
  • Bachelor's Degree with 4 years of experience or Graduate Degree with 2 years, or 8 years of relevant experience without a degree.
  • Must possess current Cybersecurity Certifications as per DoW standards.
  • Experience with Cybersecurity Vulnerability Assessment tools essential.
  • 4 years in Security Engineering, with accreditation experience critical.
  • 3 years of experience in analyzing system specifications for Cybersecurity requirements needed.
  • 1 year of experience with RMF and secure configurations for Linux and Windows operating systems required.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with System and Software Engineers to design secure systems.
  • Participate in design development and reviews focusing on cybersecurity integration.
  • Create documentation necessary for obtaining ATOs for fielded systems.
  • Identify protection needs for systems and networks.
  • Manage project schedules and budgets effectively.
  • Engage with customers and authorization officials to meet Cybersecurity objectives.
  • Stay updated on the latest system security policies and directives.

Benefits

  • Flexible 4/10 work schedule allowing for longer weekends.
  • Health and disability insurance provided.
  • 401(k) match to support retirement savings.
  • Education assistance available for continued learning.
  • Parental leave and paid time off for work-life balance.
  • Company-paid holidays for additional time off.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Specialist, Systems Engineering - Cybersecurity

Job Number: 39192

Job Location: Yorba Linda, CA

Schedule: 4/10: Employees work 10 hour shifts, 4 days a week

Job Description:

The L3Harris Interstate Electronics Corporation business was founded in 1956 and for over 65 years IEC has played a key role in the most successful defense system of modern history. With sites in Yorba Linda, CA, Cape Canaveral, FL, and Crystal City, VA, IEC is a recognized industry leader in defense and security solutions, providing critical technology advancements in the areas of GPS/Position Navigation and Timing, and Range and Test Solutions. We offer competitive benefits, an alternative 4/10 work schedule, and the opportunity to work with a talented and diverse group of professionals. The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for ensuring delivered information systems meet security standards in accordance with applicable DoW policies including DoWI 8510.01, Risk Management Framework (RMF) for Department of Defense Information Technology (IT).

Essential Functions:

  • Experience in Cybersecurity Engineering, and working collectively with a project team of System Engineers and Software Engineers with the analysis of requirements and constraints for the design of secure physical, technical, and administrative implementations.
  • Actively participate in design development and reviews, providing input with an emphasis on integrating cybersecurity measures into the overarching system design.
  • Develops all applicable documents needed to obtain an Authorization to Operate (ATO) for fielded systems.
  • Identifies the information protection needs for systems and networks.
  • Manage schedule and budgets for project level tasking.
  • Interacts with customers and authorization officials to define and achieve required Cybersecurity objectives.
  • Maintain awareness of the most recent system security policies and directives.
  • Maintains compliance with training and ethical standards.
  • Asks questions and seeks clarification on unfamiliar and/or unclear concepts, designs, and implementation detail.
  • Generation of functional block diagrams, use-case diagrams, cabling diagrams.
  • Candidate must be willing to work a flexible job schedule to include off-shift work and occasional overtime.
  • Business travel up to 10% annually.


Qualifications:

  • Active Secret security clearance.
  • Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree with minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
  • Current Cybersecurity Certifications required to qualify as DoW Cybersecurity Workforce.
  • Experience with Cybersecurity Vulnerability Assessment tools.
  • 4 Years of experience in Security Engineering with accreditation experience required.
  • 3 Years of experience needed analyzing system specifications and translating to Cybersecurity requirements.
  • 1 year of experience in Risk Management Framework (RMF) is required.
  • 1year of experience with secure configuration of Linux and Windows based operating systems.
  • 1 year Experience with network switches, routers and firewalls.


Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Current Security+ certification, CISSP a plus
  • Experience with systems integration is desired.


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 $92.000.00 MIN - $171,000.00 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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