Job ID:  36026

Title:  System Lead, Manager

Location: 

Washington, DC, US, 20024

Job Title: Associate Manager, Security Research Engineer
Job Code: 36026
Job Location: Remote
Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

 

Job Description:

Job Summary: The Engineering System Manager is responsible for managing a portfolio of software projects, overseeing staff, support services, and all associated deliverables.

About Trenchant:

Working at Trenchant means working alongside the best researchers and engineers from across the security research and intelligence communities. Our tight-knit interdisciplinary teams generate thoughtful capability designs and incremental feature releases that reliably deliver world-class computer security products into operational environments. Our business unit offers an exceptional value-proposition for individuals looking to make an impact.

Trenchant’s expertise is the by-product of the L3Harris acquisition of two highly-regarded information security businesses – Azimuth Security and Linchpin Labs. United under Trenchant, we are a key component of L3Harris’ Intelligence and Cyber Sector, now the core of the newly established Cyber division. We are a trusted, discrete partner furnishing security products, consultancy, training and integration services to allied security, defense, and law enforcement agencies.

Essential Functions:

  • Lead, mentor and support a large cadre of experienced engineering individuals overseeing teams in the US, Canada, UK, Australia and New Zealand.
  • Devise and apply communications strategies to align the activities of a global engineering workforce.
  • Assemble and monitor high-performance, multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Consult with stakeholders to reconcile the strategic, tactical, and technical priorities for team leads.
  • Set objectives, monitor performance, promote communication, and ensure the well-being of direct reports.
  • Support administrative tasks to ensure timely processing of actions affecting direct reports.
  • U.S. or Canadian citizenship and security clearance eligibility (if applicable).

Technical Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with team leads to review high-level architecture, internal project goals, and technical barriers.
  • Partner with stakeholders to refine project priorities and adapt deliveries based on evolving customer requirements.
  • Analyze program requirements and develop effort estimates in conjunction with program management partners.
  • Maintain depth in respective disciplines and contribute to ongoing software projects in research, engineering, or quality assurance.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum 6 years prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 4 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.

Preferred Additional Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in software engineering, computer science, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in software development, process automation, quality engineering, or network operations.
  • Proficiency in high-level programming languages and operating systems (Linux, Windows, macOS, Android, iOS).
  • Working knowledge of cybersecurity foundations; examples: penetration testing, offensive and defensive techniques, host and network forensics.
  • Knowledge of TCP/IP communications, network security principles, and client/server architecture.
  • Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker), git workflows, and continuous integration/delivery platforms (e.g., Bamboo, Jenkins, GitHub, GitLab).
  • Knowledge and practical experience with agile software development methodologies.
  • 4+ years of experience leading a team.
  • Substantial experience in CNO development/offensive cyber security.
  • Experience in low-level programming languages and instruction sets.
  • Ability to install and operate developer debugging tools on Windows, macOS, Android, or iOS.
  • Experience with containerization, microservices, and DevOps practices.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

  • Work may be performed in an office environment with people in close proximity.
  • Duties require working with a global team and may periodically necessitate working outside of normal working hours (evenings, holidays, and weekends).
  • Up to 10% travel required.
  • Ability to sit at a desk, look at a monitor, and type for extended periods of time.
  • May be required to lift/move up to 25 lbs with assistance.
  • Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate and troubleshoot computers.
  • May require the ability to travel via automobile or airplane.

 

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $97,000 - $207,500. 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.

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