Manager, Information Security Systems Engineering

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 12+ Information System Security Engineers (ISSEs), providing mentorship, career development, and daily tasking.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for information security across systems, software, and networks.
• Perform Control Account Manager (CAM) duties, including detailed planning, monitoring progress, and ensuring deliverables meet budget and schedule.
• Support the Risk Management Framework (RMF) Security Life Cycle (steps one through six) to ensure information assurance is integrated into design architecture.
• Develop critical security documentation, including Risk Assessment Reports (RAR), System Security Plans (SSP), and Security Control Traceability Matrices (SCTM).
• Collaborate with Software Development teams on Secure Software Development Practices, including static and dynamic code analysis.
• Interface with customers and accreditation officials to define and achieve cybersecurity objectives and provide Cyber Security as a Service (CsaaS) support.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with at least 9 years of related Information Security experience (or a Graduate degree in STEM with 7+ years of experience).
• Active TS/SCI Government Security Clearance required upon start.
• DoD 8570/8140 approved baseline certification (Security+ or equivalent, or CISSP).
• Deep familiarity with NIST 800-53 standards and ICD 503/RMF.
• Ability to travel up to 15% CONUS/OCONUS.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the INCOSE Systems Engineering “V” model.
• Proven ability to translate system specifications into Information Security requirements.
• Previous experience obtaining authorizations for systems used in or in support of aircraft.
• Experience with vulnerability scanning tools and hardened Linux-based operating systems.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonuses available between $15,000 and $25,000.
• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off).
• Inclusive and engaging work environment focused on professional growth and work-life success.

About the Company

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. We deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains to support national security and our customers' mission-critical needs.