Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineering 1

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Geospatial Solutions seeks a Senior Specialist in Info Security Systems Engineering in Salt Lake City, UT, to support security accreditation for critical communication systems. The role focuses on applying the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and cybersecurity standards to ensure systems meet DoD and national security requirements.

Applicants need a Bachelor's Degree in cybersecurity or a related field, with at least 6 years of relevant experience, and must hold a DoD Secret Clearance. Responsibilities include integrating security controls and collaborating with engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.
• DoD Secret Clearance is mandatory.
• 6 years of experience with a Bachelor's or 10 years in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Execute RMF lifecycle activities for compliance.
• Develop and maintain RMF documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement security controls.

Skills

Cybersecurity governance

Risk management framework (RMF)

DoD compliance

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in cybersecurity or related field

Tools

eMASS

XACTA

NIST SP 800-53

Job description

Job Title

Senior Specialist, Info Security Systems Engineering

Job Code: 37897

Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT

Job Schedule: 9/80 (employee's work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked - and have every other Friday off)

Job Description

As a Specialist, Information Security Systems Engineering at L3Harris Technologies, you will support the security accreditation and compliance of mission- critical communication systems. This role focuses on applying the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and related cybersecurity standards to ensure systems meet DoD and national security requirements.

You will work closely with systems, software, and hardware engineers to integrate security controls, develop authorization artifacts, and support system certification and accreditation activities. This position is ideal for engineers with a strong foundation in cybersecurity governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) who are interested in contributing to high-assurance defense systems.

Essential Functions

• Execute and support RMF lifecycle activities (categorization, control selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and continuous monitoring)
• Develop, maintain, and review RMF documentation (e.g., SSPs, SARs, POA&Ms, Security Plans)
• Interpret and apply security controls from NIST SP 800-53, CNSSI 1253, and related guidance
• Support implementation and validation of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and other configuration baselines
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (systems, software, hardware) to ensure security requirements are properly implemented
• Interface with internal stakeholders, Authorizing Officials (AOs), and external assessors to support authorization efforts
• Track and report compliance status, risks, and remediation activities to program leadership
• Contribute to continuous monitoring strategies and ongoing system compliance
• Travel up to 10% as needed

Required Qualifications (one of the following along with DoD Secret Clearance)

• Bachelor’s Degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information systems, or related field with a minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience.
• Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience.
• In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
• Must have a DoD Secret Clearance.

Preferred Additional Skills

Certifications

• One DoD 8140 / 8570-compliant certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, SSCP, GSEC), or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.

Strongly Preferred

• Exposure to cryptographic systems, FIPS 140-3, or NSA certification processes
• Experience with high-assurance or classified systems
• Hands-on experience executing RMF within DoD environments
• Familiarity with tools such as eMASS or XACTA
• Experience applying NIST SP 800-53 security controls and STIGs
• Experience supporting Authority to Operate (ATO) processes
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills

Systems & Technical Context

• Understanding of networking concepts (TCP/IP, network architecture, boundary defense)
• Experience working with embedded systems or communications systems
• Familiarity with Agile or DevSecOps environments
• Experience working in cross-functional engineering teams

Desirable (Nice-to-Have)

• Familiarity with TEMPEST, Anti-Tamper, or related system security disciplines
• Experience supporting government customers in a SETA/AAS role
• Additional certifications (CISM, CISA, CEH, GIAC, etc.)
• Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain

L3Harris Technologies is 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.