Lead Information Assurance Systems Engineer-Systems Security

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Information Assurance Systems Engineer, where you'll play a crucial role in protecting national security through innovative systems engineering. This position offers the chance to work on mission-critical projects, ensuring the integrity and security of classified information. With a focus on professional growth, you'll thrive in an inclusive environment that values excellence and integrity. If you're passionate about making a significant impact in the defense industry and possess expertise in systems engineering and information assurance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in Systems Engineering for Information Assurance.
• Active US Government security clearance required.
• Expertise in security architecture and cryptographic algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and certify National Security systems on time and within budget.
• Perform Concept of Operations development and security test planning.
• Lead security architecture development and negotiate security requirements.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Information Assurance

Security

Cryptography

Communication Skills

Architecture Development

Requirements Allocation

Trade-off Studies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

Cybersecurity Framework

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

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 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.

Job Title: Lead Information Assurance Systems Engineer-Systems Security

Job Code: 23664

Job Location: Camden, NJ

Schedule: 9/80 reg, with every other Friday off

Job Description:

L3Harris Technologies – Integrated C5 Systems (IC5S) is a recognized global leader in the design, development and production of secure communication systems and products supporting mission-critical space, ground, air and naval operations. IC5S is where employees have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our business and the world around us while thriving in an environment that continually fosters growth and career development. We are committed to providing best-in-class solutions to our customers with the highest level of integrity, excellence and uncompromised quality in everything we do.

The Information Assurance Systems Engineer is first and foremost a Systems Engineer who is also a subject matter expert in the development of systems and equipment that protect classified National Security information. S/he will be responsible for applying security and cryptography expertise throughout the Systems Engineering process to develop and successfully certify National Security systems on time, within the allotted budget, and with low residual risk.

The Information Assurance Systems Engineer is an ideal position for those with either Systems Engineering academic or industry experience in the design, development, and test of Information Assurance solutions for Defense and Intelligence community customers. The successful candidate will possess both expertise in Systems Engineering as well as in Information Assurance, Security, and Cryptography. Demonstrated history of success in developing NSA Approved products is highly desirable.

Essential Functions:

The Information Assurance Systems Engineer is an ideal position for those with either Systems Engineering academic or industry experience in the design, development, and test of Information Assurance solutions for Defense and Intelligence community customers. The successful candidate will possess both expertise in Systems Engineering as well as in Information Assurance, Security, and Cryptography. Demonstrated history of success in developing NSA Approved products is highly desirable.

Within the Security engineering context, his or her primary responsibility will be performing Concept of Operations development, Requirement’s decomposition/synthesis, Architecture Development and analysis, and security test planning and execution.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in an engineering discipline, Master’s degree highly desired
• At least 10+ years’ experience in Systems Engineering of Information Assurance systems/products
• Active US Government security clearance (DOD SECRET minimum)
• US Citizenship required
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills; works with others to coordinate efforts, influence and resolve cross-team issues and effectively communicate changes.
• A complete understanding of the systems engineering process from concept phase through systems test. Must be adept at: Architecture Development, Functional Analysis, Requirements Allocation & Traceability, Trade-off Studies, System Synthesis and System Evaluation (Integration & Verification Testing).
• Proven track record of success and experience in the architecture, design, analysis, integration, and test of NSA Approved Type 1 Certified systems or equipment.
  • Ability to act as a single Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Systems Lead for Information Assurance, Security, and Cryptography.
  • Exceptional security architecture development skills: specifically including the ability to make complex design trade-offs affecting system security
  • Experience negotiating security requirements with NSA Technical Evaluators.
  • Experience with NSA TSRD, IASRD, and FSDA requirements and processes.
  • Experience with development of NSA Security Evaluation Document (SED) CDRLs. Multiple programs is highly desirable.
  • Working knowledge of Type 1, Suite A, Suite B, and Commercial Cryptographic algorithms (Symmetric and Asymmetric).
• Knowledge in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) including Transmission Layer Security (TLS) and certificate/key management.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% of time

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Understanding of Key Management Systems includingElectronic Key Management System (EKMS) and Key Management Infrastructure (KMI) as they impact the design of End Cryptographic Units (ECUs)
• Experience with Cybersecurity and Risk Management Framework
• Cybersecurity Credential (e.g., CISSP)
• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience highly desirable

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