L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.Job Title: Information Security Systems Engineer Job Code: 25235Job Location: Multiple Locations (Clifton, NJ; Palm Bay, FL; Plano, TX)Job Schedule: 9/80Job 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 Anti-Tamper (AT) throughout the System Development Lifecycle. Key tasks include Assessing systems for Critical Program Information Conducting trade studies Developing AT requirements Implementing security architectures Assessing threats via attack/countermeasure analysis Conducting Verification and Validation activities. Serve as a SME in the area of AT.Experience using DoD 5200.39 in identifying and protecting critical program information (CPI).Experience in Engineering trustworthy and secure systems IAW NIST 800-160.Draft Program Protection Implementation Plans (PPIPs), Cybersecurity Strategies, Security Classification Guides (SCGs), and AT Plans Interact with customer to define AT requirements, solutions, trades, costs, implementation, system impacts, and effectivenessExperience 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 dataAssist 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 supportQualifications: Education requirements:Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 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 startPreferred Additional Skills: Experience assessing security and privacy controls in embedded systems using NIST 800-53.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 processingExperience in RMF accreditation of Platform IT (PIT) systemsExperience in configuration and use of cyber defense and vulnerability assessment tools such as ACAS and SCC. NSA Type 1 Certification of cryptographic high assurance devices Experience with NSA High Assurance products and IASRD and SERD requirements Active TS/SCI Clearance is highly 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 $90,500.00 - $168,500.00. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, and Vermont is $79,000.00 - $146,000.00. 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. The application window for this requisition is anticipated to close on 8/25/2025. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an 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.Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. 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