System Lead - Agents/C2

L3HHCM20 • Ottawa, ON

24d • Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

• 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) and relational databases (PostgreSQL)
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity foundations; examples: penetration testing, offensive and defensive techniques, secure coding practices, host and network forensics
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming principles, design patterns, and large distributed system architecture
• 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
• Must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program
• Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a government of Canada Reliability status and Secret Level 2/NATO Secret security clearance
• Must be eligible to meet the requirements for U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

Benefits

• L3Harris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all of its employees and job applicants with respect and dignity and to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior