Job Description
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L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. 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: Associate Manager, Cyber Intelligence (Active Secret Clearance) Job Code: 28910 Location: Palm Bay, FL Schedule: 9/80 REG – Off Every Other Friday Job Description The Associate Manager, Cyber Intelligence, is responsible for safeguarding and protecting information systems under the direction of the Information System Security Manager (ISSM) and in collaboration with the Information System Owner (ISO) on assigned government-authorized systems.
This role oversees a team of Information System Security Officers (ISSOs), providing leadership, task delegation, and support to ensure consistent implementation of cybersecurity practices across multiple systems. You will work directly with the ISSM to ensure compliance with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and manage system security packages within the Enterprise Mission Assurance Support Service (eMASS).
The Associate Manager also supports day-to-day security operations, ensuring compliance with applicable policies, standards, and authorization requirements. The ideal candidate will bring advanced knowledge of IT and information system security best practices to maintain the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of classified and sensitive systems.
Responsibilities include managing continuous monitoring activities such as vulnerability and network scans, developing remediation plans, overseeing Assessment & Authorization (A&A) documentation, and supporting security education and training initiatives.
Essential Functions - Lead and manage a team of ISSOs
- Configure and manage scan engines for vulnerability assessments, network detection, and controlled interface scans
- Execute scans, analyze results, generate reports, and recommend prioritized remediation plans
- Maintain A&A documentation for assigned systems as required
- Execute Continuous Monitoring Plans in alignment with RMF
- Partner with IT and system managers to resolve identified vulnerabilities
- Develop and maintain security documentation and system hardening guides in accordance with DISA and NIST guidelines
- Perform security control assessments and system audits
- Support investigations of security incidents (e.g., data spills, malicious events)
- Deliver security training and awareness sessions to varied audiences
- Identify and resolve system control deficiencies, manage POA&Ms, and support annual self-assessments
Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, OR Master’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, OR 10+ years of related experience in lieu of a degree
- Active Secret security clearance
- ISC2 CISSP (or equivalent certification), or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
Preferred Additional Skills - Experience as an ISSO/M, supervising or managing cybersecurity programs for classified systems under NIST SP 800-53 and DAAPM Appendix A v2.2
- Familiarity with eMASS and A&A processes, including POA&M development and closure
- Proficiency with vulnerability scanning and log analysis tools (e.g., Tenable Nessus, ACAS, Splunk, NMAP, Nipper)
- Experience with DISA STIGs and SCAP Compliance Checker
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Linux, and networking equipment
- Ability to script and develop parsing tools (e.g., Bash, Python, PowerShell)
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with strong presentation and customer relationship abilities
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience in team environments
- Strong analytical, time management, and task prioritization skills
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and requirements
- Experience working in military/DoD environments
- High motivation, initiative, and commitment to continuous learning
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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