Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineer

Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineer

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Harris Technologies

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Harris Technologies is seeking a Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineer in Waco, TX. This exempt direct hire role focuses on ensuring that delivered systems meet DoD requirements for cybersecurity.

Job Title: Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineer
Job Code: 31929
Location: Waco, TX
Schedule: 9/80

Job Description:

• Identifying the information protection needs for systems, software and networks
• Reviewing and assisting design engineers in overarching system design with a focus on cybersecurity
• Interacting with customers and accreditation officials to define and achieve required cybersecurity objectives.
• Document security controls/requirements for inclusion in the system requirements specifications.
• Maintain awareness of the most recent system security policies and directives and assist Systems Engineers and Cybersecurity Engineers with the analysis of user and system requirements and constraints.
• Ensure delivered information systems meet security standards in accordance with ICD 503, Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Develop Risk Assessment Reports (RAR), System Security Plans (SSP), Security Control Traceability Matrix (SCTM), and other applicable documents needed to obtain an Authorization to Operate (ATO) for fielded systems.
• Support steps one through six of the Risk Management Framework (RMF) Security Life Cycle, ensuring information assurance is included in the design architecture.
• Use Vulnerability Scanning Tools to scan target networks/applications and identify weaknesses. Use results and correct/remediate the findings.
• Track Software Vulnerability Findings and Software Patches.
• Work with Software Development Team on Secure Software Development Practices to ensure that developed software vulnerabilities are addressed early in the development process.
• Work with customers to provide Cyber Security as a Service (CsaaS) support.
• Work successfully both independently and in a team environment

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, Software, Cybersecurity, Physics, etc.) and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience or a Graduate Degree with a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/ Associates Degree and a minimum of 8 years of prior related experience. A combination of education and experience may be substituted for these requirements.
• Minimum of an Active Secret Clearance is required and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI clearance (Requires U.S. citizenship)

Preferred Additional

Skills:

• ISSE Systems engineering candidates with experience in one or more of the following is preferred:
  • Candidate should hold a DoD 8570/8140 approved baseline certification. Security+ or equivalent at minimum with CISSP or equivalent preferred.
  • Security Engineering with accreditation experience desired.
  • Familiarity with ICD 503, Risk Management Framework desired.
  • Familiarity with Dev Sec Ops  processes/concepts
  • Experience performing Active and/or Static code analysis and use of associated code analysis tools
  • Development of a secure/hardened Linux based Operating System (OS)
  • Analyzing system specifications and translating to system requirements
• Well versed in NIST 800-53 standards desired.
• Experience obtaining an authorization for systems on or in support of aircraft.
• Excellent written, oral, and presentation communication skills
• Experience working with subcontractors and US Government customers.
• Active or Current DoD TS/SCI clearance

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