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# Senior Specialist, IT Security

- **Company:** L3Harris Technologies, Inc.
- **Location:** Lone Oak, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Cyber Security, Microsoft OneNote, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio, Office Suite, Microsoft PowerPoint, Requirements Traceability, Security Content Automation Protocol, Microsoft SharePoint, Information Security Management System, Nessus
- **Published:** June 30, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerboard.com/us/en/find-jobs-in-United-States/-4F98F6432AF7903990/

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree and minimum 6 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.
 * Requires an Active Secret Security Clearance.
 * 4-7 years in government compliance, security, or project management, specifically with DOD regulations or cybersecurity frameworks.
 * Deep understanding of NIST SP 800-171, DFARS, and NARA CUI guidelines.
 * A
bility to identify and classify Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI) within the organization.

 * The position involves heavy lifting, ladder work, and working in tight or confined areas.
 * May require up to 5% travel CONUS

Preferred Additional Skills:

 * CMMC Certified Professional (CCP) or CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA) designations.

## Description

The Senior IT, Security Specialist would oversee the protection, handling, and compliance of sensitive government information. Develop policies, manage training, and implement IT security controls to meet DFARS/CMMC requirements acting as the central point for internal and external audits and risk management.

Essential Functions:

 * Documentation Management:
Lead the creation and maintenance of the System Security Plan (SSP) and the Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M). Requirements traceability matrix's.

 * Audit Liaison:
Act as the primary point of contact for C3PAO (Third-Party Assessment Organizations) and manage formal assessments.

 * Risk Remediation:
Oversee the closing of security gaps identified during internal or external readiness assessments

 * Continuous Monitoring:
Conduct regular system audits (inventory control and cyber audits), incident response testing, and ongoing policy enforcement

 * Personnel Security
Develop and deliver role-based security training

 * Microsoft Office Suite and tools:
Experience with the Office suite of tools Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio, OneNote, SharePoint

 * Scan Compliance :
Nessus and SCAP scanning, results remediation tracking, 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.


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