Assoc, IT Security

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking an Associate, IT Security in Melbourne, FL. The role supports a 24/7 SOC and requires shift availability, including weekends and holidays. You will monitor for threats, document incidents, and participate in malware analysis and phishing defense with SIEM/IDS tools.

Candidates should be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a related field or have completed it within the last 12 months, with exposure to Python, PowerShell, SIEM, IDS, NSM, and SOAR preferred. U.S.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT/CI/SI systems or related field or completed within last 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Monitor environment for suspicious activity using SIEM toolsets.
• Document security events and incidents in ticketing system.
• Analyze cyber threat intel reports and perform first/second level incident response.
• Investigate suspicious emails and conduct basic malware analysis.
• Collaborate to improve phishing awareness and security posture.

Skills

Python

PowerShell

SIEM

IDS

NSM

SOAR

REST APIs

CI/CD

Git

Docker

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SIEM tools

IDS/IPS

SOAR platforms

Job description

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 is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. 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: Associate, IT Security

Job Code: 39745

Job Schedule: 9/80

Job Location: Melbourne, FL

Job Description:

The Security Operations Center (SOC) is the company's first line of defense in protecting L3Harris's network and corporate interests from malicious or suspicious threats in the cyber realm.Candidates must be available to work shifts, including weekends and certain holidays, to support a 24/7 schedule.

Essential Functions:

• Monitor the environment for suspicious and malicious activity using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) toolsets
• Document security events and incidents within internal ticketing system
• Analyze cyber threat intelligence reports
• Perform first and second level incident response during incidents.
• Investigating suspicious email submissions
• Conduct forensic analysis on suspicious network activity
• Perform basic malware analysis during investigations
• Assist in implementing, operating and maintaining mission critical cybersecurity tools
• Provide status updates on ongoing cases to team members and senior management
• Collaborate with other teams to conduct phishing assessments and enhance user security awareness.

Qualifications:

• To be eligible, applicants must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology/Computer Information Systems with Network Focus or Communications Focus, Electrical Engineering or have completed their Bachelor’s degree within the last 12 months, regardless of age.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python and PowerShell
• Exposure to cybersecurity tools such as Security Information and Event Managers (SIEM), Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Network Security Monitoring (NSM), Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR)
• Exposure to REST APIs and microservices, CI/CD concepts, Git, Docker, and cloud providersSecurity

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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