Senior Associate, Industrial Security

Senior Associate, Industrial 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 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 Location : Plano, TX

Job Schedule : 9 / 80 Off Every Other Friday

Job Description : This role develops and oversees security programs for classified, sensitive, and proprietary information, materials, and equipment. Responsibilities include researching and applying federal security regulations, while maintaining awareness of cross-functional compliance areas such as finance, cybersecurity, IT, and trade controls. The role obtains rulings and interpretations from government agencies, prepares security manuals, and establishes procedures for proper handling, storage, and access to restricted information and facilities. The position also leads security education and training initiatives, conducts security audits, and investigates potential violations, recommending corrective actions as needed. Additional duties include collecting and analyzing intelligence information and providing relevant findings to key stakeholders or investigative authorities. This is an intermediate-level role requiring practical knowledge of the security field. The individual works under moderate supervision, sets goals for their own work, and communicates with internal and external partners to explain and enforce security practices. They monitor changes impacting their area of responsibility and contribute to operational goals that support departmental success.

The Advanced Systems & Technologies (AS&T) division, part of L3Harris' Agile Development Group, specializes in developing next-generation capabilities, including advanced Unmanned Air Systems (UAS / UAV), cutting-edge radar technologies, next-gen weapon systems, and RF sensing solutions. AS&T blends the speed and innovation of a high-growth tech organization with the strength and expertise of a leading defense company.

Essential Functions

• Maintain security program policies to ensure ongoing compliance with 32 CFR, Part 117, IC, DoDM 5205.07 vol 1-4, and other requirements of all classified programs under purview.
• Prepare Security Operating Procedures (SOPs) outlining customer guidelines and establishing procedures for the handling, storage, and transportation of assigned assets.
• Conduct security related employee briefings to include indoctrination, debriefing, courier, closed area, program access, OPSEC, Insider Threat, derivative classification, foreign travel, and routine annual security trainings.
• Prepare and maintain System Fixed Facility Checklists (FFCs) in accordance with ICD 705.
• Implement DD-254 Security Guidance and ensure program compliance with contractual requirements.
• Analyze and investigate security incidents and violations; prepare internal and external customer reports.
• Conduct annual self-inspections.
• Physical security duties include, but are not limited to, maintaining and changing combinations, access control systems, alarm accesses, secure area modifications and buildouts
• Maintain multiple PERSEC databases including JADE, DISS and SIMS.
• Process PARS in accordance with SAPNP guidance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's 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.

Ability to obtain / maintain a SECRET security clearance. Preferred

Additional Skills :

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.