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L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet customers’ mission-critical needs. The company provides advanced defense and commercial technologies across space, air, land, sea and cyber domains. L3Harris has approximately $18 billion in annual revenue and 50,000 employees, with customers in more than 100 countries.

Job Title:  Lead, Cyber Intelligence - ISSO

Job Code:  14716

Job Location:  Sterling, VA

Job Description:

Performs ISSO duties under the guidance of the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) on assigned government-authorized systems. Knowledgeable in information technology and security.  Responsibilities include: authoring and maintaining documentation supporting the Assessment & Authorization (A&A) of assigned systems in accordance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) under the ICD503 and NISPOM; performing security control assessments as part of the systems’ Continuous Monitoring Plan; overseeing configuration management of assigned systems; working to develop and implement device and system hardening guides following DISA and NIST guidelines; auditing systems to ensure security posture integrity; conducting periodic hardware/software inventory assessments; identifying system security controls shortcomings and developing POA&Ms; remediating control deficiencies; conducting, documenting and reporting annual self-assessments; maintaining operational information security posture for a system, program, or enclave; investigating security incidents such as data spills and malicious events; authoring and delivering security education and training to a range of audiences.

Essential Functions: 

Author and maintain Assessment & Authorization (A&A) documentation of assigned systemsPerform security control assessments and execute Continuous Monitoring Plans Work with IT and system administration organizations to develop device and system hardening guides following DISA and NIST guidelinesMaintain patching compliance along with hardware and software baselinesResponsible for customer interface in the tracking and resolution of POA&MsEnsure all systems are comprehensively monitored for anomalous activityManage the incident response process for areas of responsibilityDevelop new concepts, standards, and training material which make significant and impactful improvements to processes, systems, solutions, or productsLead inventory and asset management discovery and tracking activitiesWork with site leadership to improve the security posture of systems and the facilityPerform vulnerability, compliance, and network mapping scans on information systems and work with system administrators to address vulnerabilities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (Bachelor’s or Graduate degree in Cybersecurity or a related discipline from an accredited college is preferred)Active Top Secret//SCI security clearance with CI PolygraphDoD 8570.01-M IAM II certificationMinimum 8 years of prior relevant experience to include experience with networking equipment; experience interpreting vulnerability scanning results (e.g. Nessus, Rapid7, etc.); experience reviewing workstation, server, firewall, & IPS logs; experience with SIEM toolsExperience as an ISSO managing cybersecurity on classified systems under multiple agencies’ JSIG, NISPOM Ch8, ICD 503, and/or NIST 800-53 implementationsExperience developing, managing, and providing evidence to close POA&Ms associated with the A&A and project management processesExperience with workstation and server operating systems, including but not limited to Microsoft and Linux offeringsExperience conducting scans with tools such as Tenable Nessus, Rapid7 Nexpose, and Nmap within various operating system environments (i.e., Windows and Linux).

Experience with project management and collaboration applications including Jira and Confluence.

Be able to work independently with minimal oversight

Preferred Additional Skills:

DoD 8570.01-M IAT III certificationWillingness to submit to a Lifestyle (FS) polygraphFlexibility to adjust to changing requirements, schedules, and prioritiesAble to socialize ideas, make recommendations, and gain team consensusExcellent time management and task prioritization skills.Exceptional verbal, written, interpersonal and presentation skills, customer relationship building skills, analytical skills and ability to lead/mentor teammates.High level of personal motivation and initiative to learn and acquire new skills

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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