ISSO: Cyber Defense & Compliance Specialist

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 81,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies, Colorado Springs, CO is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support the cybersecurity posture of assigned information systems and ensure compliance with applicable security requirements and standards.

Responsibilities include implementing security controls, monitoring system security, supporting incident response, and coordinating with ISSMs, admins, and program teams to maintain ongoing compliance and readiness for security clearances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience; graduate degree with 2+ years; in lieu of degree, 8 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementing and maintaining security controls, monitoring system security, and managing vulnerabilities.
• Support authorization activities and continuous monitoring with ISSMs, admins, and program teams.
• Review vulnerability scans, track POA&Ms, and assist with incident reporting and response.

Skills

Security awareness

Incident response

Vulnerability management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

8 years experience (no degree)

Job description

L3Harris Technologies, Colorado Springs, CO is seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support the cybersecurity posture of assigned information systems and ensure compliance with applicable security requirements and standards.

Responsibilities include implementing security controls, monitoring system security, supporting incident response, and coordinating with ISSMs, admins, and program teams to maintain ongoing compliance and readiness for security clearances.