Lead, Information Security Systems Engineering

Company: L3Harris Technologies
Location: Yorba Linda
Posted on: March 12, 2026

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. Job Title: Lead , Information Security Systems Engineering Job Number: 33921 Job Location: Yorba Linda, CA Job Schedule: 4/10 Clearance: Must Have the Ability to Obtain and Maintain a Department of War Security Clearance Job Description: The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for ensuring delivered information systems meet security standards in accordance with applicable DoD policies including DoDI 8510.01, Risk Management Framework (RMF) for Department of Defense Information Technology (IT). Essential Functions: Develops all applicable documents needed to obtain an Authorization to Operate (ATO) for fielded systems. Identifies the information protection needs for systems and networks. Reviews and assist design engineers in overarching system design with a focus on Cybersecurity. Assist the collective project team of System, Software, and Cybersecurity Engineers with the analysis of requirements and constraints for the design of secure physical, technical, and administrative implementations. Manage schedule and budgets for project level tasking. Interacts with customers and authorization officials to define and achieve required Cybersecurity objectives. Maintain awareness of the most recent system security policies and directives. Acquire and maintain certifications required to qualify as DoD Cybersecurity Workforce Maintains compliance with training and ethical standards Asks questions and seeks clarification on unfamiliar and/or unclear concepts, designs, and implementation detail Generation of functional block diagrams, use-case diagrams, cabling diagrams. Must have the ability to travel. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 9 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. One year of experience in Risk Management Framework (RMF) is required. Four Years of experience in Security Engineering with accreditation experience required. One year of experience with hardening Linux and Windows based operating systems. One year Experience with routers and firewalls. Three Years of experience needed Analyzing system specifications and translating to cybersecurity requirements. Candidate must be willing to work a flexible job schedule to include off-shift work and occasional overtime. Preferred Additional Skills: Active Secret Clearance Current Security certification, CISSP a plus Familiarity with Platform Information Technology (PIT) a plus. Experience with systems integration is desired. In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is MIN $127,500.00 - $236,500.00 MAX. The salary range for this role in Colorado state, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New York state, Cleveland Ohio, and Vermont is $110,500.00 MIN - $205,500.00 MAX. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. LI-KM1 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. By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.

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