Intern, Information Security Systems Engineer

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 31,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Colorado Springs is seeking an Intern, Information Security Systems Engineer to support security assessments of infrastructure and network design, protecting critical systems.

You will identify risks, oversee firewall/IDS/IPS, and help develop security policies and procedures while engaging with clients on information assurance standards and changes in technology. This internship offers exposure to cutting-edge security tech and a 9/80 schedule.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently completed degree in CS/EE with security focus

Responsibilities

• Assess security infrastructure and network/system design for security.
• Identify security risks, threats and vulnerabilities in networks, systems, applications and new technology initiatives.
• Oversee firewall, IDS/IPS, antivirus systems and deployment tools.
• Develop policies for securing the system infrastructure and applications.
• Create complex technical assessments and evaluate engineering initiatives for security standards.
• Perform product evaluations and recommend security products/services.
• Interact with clients and advise on information assurance standards and technology shifts.

Skills

LAN/WAN networking

Security fundamentals

Education

CS/IT Networking focus degree

Tools

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

VPNs

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: Intern, Information Security Systems Engineer

Job Code: 45416

Job Location: Colorado Springs, CO

Job Schedule: 9/80:Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

• Provide guidance and oversight in assessing security infrastructure and network and systems design to ensure system/network security
• Identifysecurity risks, threats and vulnerabilities of networks, systems,applicationsandnew technologyinitiatives
• Provide oversight in the development, testing and operation of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, enterprise anti-virussystemsand software deployment tools
• Develop policies and procedures for securing the system infrastructure and applications
• Develop complex technical and programmatic assessments, evaluate engineering and integrationinitiativesand provide technical support to assess security policies,standardsand guidelines
• Perform product evaluations, recommend and implement products/services for network security
• Interact with clients and provide recommendations on information assurance engineering standards, implementationdependenciesand changing information assurance related technologies

Qualifications:

• Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree, a Master’s degree or a PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering,Information Technology/Computer Information Systems with Network Focus or Communications Focus, ElectricalEngineeringor related fieldor have completed theirBachelor’sdegree within the last 12months,regardlessof age.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Knowledge of LAN/WAN networking and security infrastructure (Firewalls, IDS/IPS, IPSec, VPNs)
• Knowledge of Computer/System Security topics such as Antivirus, Authentication, Authorization, Access Control, Cryptography, SSO, Business Continuity Planning and Application Security

PAY TRANSPARENCY

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $22.50 - $41.00 per hour. 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, educationassistance, 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.

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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