Specialist, Industrial Security

L3Harris Technologies, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking a qualified Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO) to manage security programs for high‑level SAP/SAR programs. The role interfaces with government agencies, completes PAR processes, and maintains access control, classified mail, and IDS systems in Salt Lake City.

The position requires DoD Top Secret clearance eligibility, experience with RMF, and the ability to develop security plans and SOPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience in implementing, managing and administering combined DoD Manual 5205.07/JSIG physical and personnel security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform program security administrative tasks and duties i.e., filing, updating logs/lists, coordination with internal and external customers
• Maintain personnel security records for SAP/SAR related programs to include the use of JADE, DISS, CWAN, SIC, SGN, AF7, SIPRNET and an understanding of personnel status changes requiring Customer notification
• Perform initial access eligibility determinations and create PARs
• Process incoming and outgoing classified visit certifications
• Conduct internal self-inspections and assist with Staff Assistance Visits and Customer Security Assessments
• Maintain classified material accountability records to include inventory lists, receipt and transmittal records and final disposition documentation
• Working knowledge in the preparation and maintenance of prime and subcontract DD254s
• Ensure all classified materials are marked and controlled in accordance with contractual requirements
• Review operational requirements and system specification documents to ensure applicable security requirements are addressed and incorporated into security processes
• Interpret and implement security classification guidance
• Assist in the development of Program Protection Implementation Plans (PPIPs) and additional security plans IAW contract requirements
• Investigate and document security violations/incidents, providing recommendations for corrective actions to program personnel/management
• Develop and maintain the program's Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Attend, support and participate in program meetings, staff meetings, telecons, etc.
• Respond to walk‑in customers and perform ad‑hoc security services as required
• Support new business initiatives with the writing of security sections or volumes for classified proposals
• Maintain the programs’ access control system
• Develop/maintain program Fixed Facility Checklists to establish/update classified work areas, including maintaining necessary waiver/approval records
• Develop/conduct formal initial and recurring security education and training (SETA) materials/events
• Provide necessary support to Cyber Security team in the implementation and maintenance of classified information systems accredited under the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• DoD Top Secret clearance eligibility with current Investigation
• Ability to maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance and all Special Program accesses

Skills

Security program management

Interagency liaison

Security briefings

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

JADE

DISS

CWAN

SIC

SGN

AF7

SIPRNET

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.

Title: Spec, Industrial Security - CSSO
Job Code: 44583

Job Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

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

Job Description:

This is a multi-faceted security position requiring a qualified security professional in support of multiple special access programs. The Contractor SAP Security Officer (CSSO) is responsible for the management, direction, administration and development of security programs and procedures for those assigned programs that have contractually imposed security requirements in excess of normal National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) requirements. The CSSO is the primary interface with government agencies regarding assigned program security matters and requirements. The CSSO will complete the PAR process, prepare for inspections, process visit requests, conduct security briefings, refreshers and debriefings, maintain access rosters, classified mail, and IDS/access management systems and perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

• Perform program security administrative tasks and duties i.e., filing, updating logs/lists, coordination with internal and external customers
• Maintain personnel security records for SAP/SAR related programs to include the use of JADE, DISS, CWAN, SIC, SGN, AF7, SIPRNET and an understanding of personnel status changes requiring Customer notification
• Perform initial access eligibility determinations and create PARs
• Process incoming and outgoing classified visit certifications
• Conduct internal self‑inspections and assist with Staff Assistance Visits and Customer Security Assessments
• Maintain classified material accountability records to include inventory lists, receipt and transmittal records and final disposition documentation
• Working knowledge in the preparation and maintenance of prime and subcontract DD254s
• Ensure all classified materials are marked and controlled in accordance with contractual requirements
• Review operational requirements and system specification documents to ensure applicable security requirements are addressed and incorporated into security processes
• Interpret and implement security classification guidance
• Assist in the development of Program Protection Implementation Plans (PPIPs) and additional security plans IAW contract requirements
• Investigate and document security violations/incidents, providing recommendations for corrective actions to program personnel/management
• Develop and maintain the program's Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)
• Attend, support and participate in program meetings, staff meetings, telecons, etc.

• Respond to walk‑in customers and perform ad‑hoc security services as required
• Support new business initiatives with the writing of security sections or volumes for classified proposals
• Maintain the programs’ access control system
• Develop/maintain program Fixed Facility Checklists to establish/update classified work areas, including maintaining necessary waiver/approval records

• Develop/conduct formal initial and recurring security education and training (SETA) materials/events
• Provide necessary support to Cyber Security team in the implementation and maintenance of classified information systems accredited under the Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• DoD Top Secret clearance eligibility with current Investigation
• Ability to maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance and all Special Program accesses

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.

A minimum of 4 years of experience in implementing, managing and administering combined DoD Manual 5205.07/JSIG physical and personnel security requirements.

Preferred Skills:

• Basic understanding of Cyber Security, specifically Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Willing to travel on company business (approximately 10%)
• Willing to work extended hours, in a fast paced, deadline driven environment in a variety of program areas
• Intermediate competency level with Microsoft Office Suite programs
• Ability to excel in a fast‑paced work environment in a variety of program areas
• Ability to solve problems of varying levels of complexity
• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience

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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