Cybersecurity Analyst

L3Harris Technologies; Montreal; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

This innovative firm is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst to enhance security across various platforms. In this role, you will collaborate with diverse teams to implement cutting-edge cybersecurity measures. Your expertise will be crucial in safeguarding critical systems and ensuring compliance with industry standards. With a focus on professional growth and a commitment to excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to national security. Join a dedicated team that values inclusivity and empowers its members to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in cybersecurity with a focus on IT SysAdmin or product development.
• Strong skills in network security, Linux, and Windows administration.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and implement cybersecurity technologies for the IPMS solution.
• Identify and address security vulnerabilities in products.

Skills

Network Security

Linux Administration

Windows Administration

Endpoint Security

Automation and Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python)

Identity and Access Management

Penetration Testing

Cryptography

Vulnerability Management

Secure Software Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SIEM

Atlassian Tools

Job description

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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.

About your next Challenge as a Cyber Security Analyst:

The L-3 MAPPS Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS), deployed aboard various military and cruise ships, integrates and controls nearly all onboard equipment. The IPMS consists primarily of software and hardware, combining L-3 technologies with commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) components. It operates within its own on-premise IT environment, provided by L3Harris, utilizing standard IT technologies and infrastructure such as servers with virtualization, network devices, storage, databases, domain controllers, WinApply, and Active Directory. Additionally, the system incorporates typical cybersecurity technologies, including network security, endpoint security, identity and access management, penetration testing, intrusion prevention and detection systems, ….

As a member of the cybersecurity team, you will help enhance the security posture of the solution throughout all phases of development, from solution definition to deployment. You will tightly collaborate with other software teams, DevOps, and I&T (Integration and Test). Since we are delivering a complete solution, broad knowledge of cybersecurity—encompassing software, hardware, and IT infrastructure—will be a valuable asset. Additionally, if you're interested, you may have the opportunity to participate in deploying the solution onboard ships!

Essential Functions:

• Evaluate and implement various cybersecurity and IT technologies as part of the IPMS solution, as outlined above.
• Provide support to other teams by educating, simplifying complex concepts, and prioritizing tasks to enhance the product's security.
• Identify security vulnerabilities in the product, prioritize them, and take action to address them.
• Develop automation, scripts, and potentially write code to support cybersecurity efforts.
• Create requirements for other software to meet cybersecurity standards and needs.
• Deploy cybersecurity technologies to strengthen the solution’s overall security.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, either as an IT SysAdmin or in product development (on-premise solutions or embedded systems).
• Strong expertise in at least two of the following three domains:
• Network Security: Familiarity with associated equipment, configuration management, intrusion detection technologies, and encryption techniques.
• Linux and Windows System Administration: Comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience with the technologies and infrastructure described in the job description.
  
  
  
  

• Endpoint Security Technologies: Ability to recommend best practices and technologies, support implementation, and analyze, prioritize, and recommend actions (e.g., SIEM).
• Broad knowledge across various cybersecurity fields, including a good understanding of some of these fields, such as:
• Identity and Access Management.
• Secure software development practices.
• Penetration testing and threat modeling.
• Static Analysis (SAST), Dynamic Analysis (DAST).
• Software Composition Analysis.
• Cryptography.
• Vulnerability management.
• Software configuration management.
• Virtualization and containerization.
• Virtual networking.
• Required experience in automation and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Proven ability to assess the security posture of a product, modify architectural components strategically, and lead targeted changes to reduce the product’s attack surface.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain cybersecurity concepts to development teams and assist them in implementing various security measures.
• Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills based on both quantitative and qualitative data.
• Fluent in English; French is a plus.
  
  

Preferred Additional Skills:

• DevOps and SecDevOps.
• Cyber security certifications a plus.
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools.
• Agile and scrums.
  
  
  

Eligibility Criteria (Mandatory):

• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program;
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO SECRET security clearance.
• Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
  
  
  

L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. Anyone applying for a position will be considered without regard to the following: race, national or ethnic origin, colour, religion, age, nationality, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, disability, citizenship status, or conviction for an offence for which a pardon has been granted or in respect of which a record suspension has been ordered, or any other characteristic that is protected by applicable human rights legislation.

L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and alcohol testing and background checks, in accordance with applicable law. Such results are only accessible and viewed by individuals at L3Harris who have direct responsibility in the hiring process. If you fail to report for a drug and alcohol test, refuse to undergo such test or test positive for the presence of drugs or alcohol, the hiring process may be concluded or your offer of employment may be rescinded, in L3Harris’ sole discretion.

At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. 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. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Defense and Space Manufacturing

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