Senior Associate, IT Security

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: Senior  Associate, IT Security Job Code: 44099 Job Location: Melbourne, FL Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday off Job Description: L3Harris is searching for a talented IT Security professional to join the L3Harris Security Operations Team supporting managed network infrastructures for federal government customers. The successful candidate will operate within our 24/7/365 Security Operations Control Center (SOCC). This is an ON-SITE position at L3Harris offices located in Melbourne, Florida This position requires weekend, after hours support, and on-call rotations to meet program requirements This position requires travel to a disaster recovery site to support if needed in an emergency This position requires the ability to obtain FAA Public Trust Suitability Essential Functions: Monitor security systems for signs of irregular activity, analyze potential security incidents, and escalate findings according to established protocols Analyze network traffic and activity, perform packet captures, interpret data, and effectively communicate findings to stakeholders, escalating as per established protocols Document all detected incidents accurately and comprehensively in the incident management system for further investigation as per customer defined reporting protocols Collaborate with security teams, customers, and program managers to facilitate system maintenance, including coordination with technicians, troubleshooting issues, and testing configurations for system integrity Demonstrates proficient written and verbal communication, self-driven initiative, keen interest in learning, and strong collaborative skills within a team setting Provide Tier 1 help desk and customer support, serving as the first point of contact for internal and external users facing technical issues Ensures security tools are current, including updates and signature management Ability to obtain FAA Public Trust Suitability Qualifications: Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. Graduate Degree or equivalent with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 6 years of prior related experience. Experience using the Command Line Interface (CLI) for Cisco routers and switches Preferred Additional Skills: Experience using the Command Line Interface (CLI) for Cisco routers and switches Adaptable to a dynamic and fast-paced work environment Experience using Linux and Windows Operating Systems (OS) Command Line tools Experienced in collecting and analyzing system logs and event data, with a focus on root cause analysis using device logs or SIEM tools to document findings Familiarity with network security and identity management services and technologies, including but not limited to firewalls, IDS, WAF, ISE, RSA, and various VPN technologies Prior federal telecommunications and network security experience is a plus Security certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, ISC2 CC, CEH) Other relevant certifications (e.g., Cisco CyberOps, CND, GIAC, CySA+, Pentest+, etc.) #LI-VT1   L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and