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Principal, Cyber Intelligence

L3Harris Technologies · Aerospace & Defense · 10,000+ employees

Huntsville, AL · Onsite · full_time

CLI Career Level

Senior Director-equivalent

Low confidence

Opportunity Score

92/100

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Low confidence

Executive Fit

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First seen Aug 22, 2026 · Last verified 2 hours ago · Sourced from LinkedIn — Principal / GRC leadership (US)

CLI Take

Broader than the title suggests

This role reads Senior Director-equivalent despite being advertised as “Principal, Cyber Intelligence” — the stated scope is wider than the employer's title implies. CLI's analysis of the posting describes a strategic build or transformation mandate, and it carries NIST 800-171 and CMMC accountability. The reporting line, total compensation and team size are not disclosed and remain the main open questions before pursuing it.

Why this role scores the way it does

92/100 — exceptional opportunity quality. CLI reads this as a Senior Director-equivalent mandate. Strongest signal: CLI's analysis of the posting describes a strategic build or transformation mandate. 6 of 10 dimensions are not disclosed, which lowers confidence rather than the score.

Career level read

Senior Director-equivalent — The employer lists this as “Principal, Cyber Intelligence”. CLI reads it as Senior Director-equivalent because the role shows 10,000+ employee organization.

Low confidence

What makes it attractive

  • CLI's analysis of the posting describes a strategic build or transformation mandate.
  • Employer profile: 10,000+ employee organization, publicly traded, revenue over 10b.
  • Title and described scope are broadly consistent.

What to probe before applying

  • No material concerns identified in the posting.

Scoring components · Exceptional

Compensation versus comparable rolesNot disclosed · excluded from the score

Compensation is not disclosed and there is no comparable set to place it against.

Reporting levelNot disclosed · excluded from the score

Reporting line: not disclosed.

Functional and geographic scopeNot disclosed · excluded from the score

Scope: no enterprise, global or multi-unit remit is described.

Quality of the mandate100 · weight 12%

CLI's analysis of the posting describes a strategic build or transformation mandate.

Executive and board exposureNot disclosed · excluded from the score

Executive and board exposure: not disclosed.

Role authority versus title70 · weight 10%

Title and described scope are broadly consistent.

Company scale and trajectory100 · weight 10%

Employer profile: 10,000+ employee organization, publicly traded, revenue over 10b.

Team ownershipNot disclosed · excluded from the score

Team size: not disclosed.

Budget ownershipNot disclosed · excluded from the score

Budget ownership: not disclosed.

Risk signals100 · weight 5%

No adverse signals identified in the posting.

Dimensions the employer does not disclose are excluded and the remaining weights are rebalanced, so missing information lowers confidence rather than the score.

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Compensation

No compensation disclosed and insufficient comparable data to estimate.

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The mandate

Lead the development, maintenance, and sustainment of cybersecurity initiatives for collateral classified and special access program (SAP) systems within the Missile Solutions Segment. The leader will act as a subject matter expert for RMF, JSIG, and NISPOM requirements while driving process standardization and ATO strategy across multiple sites.

Part of the Missile Solutions Segment Security Organization, leading cyber intelligence and classified system security across the segment footprint. Remit includes RMF activities, ATO strategy, and cross-functional coordination with IT, Security, and Cyber Engineering.

Scope

  • Clearance: Active US Top Secret clearance (required)

Domains and regulation

  • Cyber Defense
  • GRC
  • Cloud Security
  • Compliance
  • Infrastructure Security
  • NIST 800-171
  • CMMC
  • DFARS

Requirements

Must have

  • Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 12 years of experience or Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience
  • Active US Top Secret clearance

Preferred / bonus

  • Preferred: 10+ years of experience as an ISSO or ISSM supporting classified programs
  • Preferred: 10+ years of experience utilizing RMF tools (NESSUS, ACAS, DISA STIGs, SCAP, HBSS)
  • Preferred: 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity leadership overseeing programs and teams
  • Preferred: Experience with NIST 800-53 Security Controls, ICD 503, and JSIG requirements

Only must-have items are scored as hard constraints in Executive Fit.

Likely challenges

Not stated in the posting: Reporting line (specific title) not disclosed; Budget authority not disclosed; Team size not disclosed; Salary/Compensation range not disclosed.

About L3Harris Technologies

L3Harris Technologies is a global aerospace and defense technology innovator providing end-to-end solutions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. Formed by the 2019 merger of L3 Technologies and Harris Corporation, the company serves government and commercial customers with mission-critical communication and electronic systems. It operates as one of the largest defense contractors in the United States with significant investments in tactical communications and integrated vision systems.

Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Headcount
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Melbourne, FL
Founded
2019
Ownership
Public company · NYSE:LHX
Funding
Publicly traded
Revenue
Over $10B

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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: Segment Principal Classified Cyber IntelligenceJob Code: 41203Job Location: Huntsville, ALJob Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked – and have every other Friday offJob Description:The Missile Solutions Segment Security Organization has an opportunity for a Principal, Cyber Intelligence to lead the development, maintenance, and sustainment of cybersecurity initiatives supporting collateral classified and special access program systems across the segment footprint. The ideal candidate will maintain strong government relationships, independently lead Approval to Operate (ATO) strategy, identify and assess risk, prioritize remediation efforts, and drive issues to closure across a multi-program, multi-site environment.Essential Functions:Represent the organization during customer assessments, authorization reviews, audits, and other government engagementsMay be appointed as ISSM for complex classified information systems. Ensure coordination of information security initiatives with internal stakeholders, including Security, Information Technology, and Cyber Engineering, as well as external partners such as the DIB SCC, DSIE and information-sharing working groups, the DoD DIB CS/IA Program, and DCSA, to enable timely receipt of critical threat information and the development of cost-effective solutions to protect the corporation’s classified, controlled unclassified, and proprietary information.Engage with our team of Cyber Security professionals and identify the right mix of tools and techniques to create scalable, secure and effective cyber security solutions.Perform duties as subject matter expert to address requirements listed in the Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG); 32 Code of Federal Regulation Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM); Intelligence Community Directives (ICD); and the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM).Identify training needs and develop curriculum to address gaps and create common skills by level.Develop and publish information assurance policies for the Segment supporting alignment with corporate initiativesDevelop and review System Security Plans (SSP), all required supporting documentation/artifacts (POA&M, NSP, etc.), and local policies in accordance with the JSIG, NISPOM, ICD, and DCSA DAAPM.Develop Cyber Security strategies and plans designed to protect Cloud based architecture and the use of Artificial Intelligence software.Chair Information Security Working Groups at the Segment levelDrive process standardization across the segment.Develop risk-based metrics and continuous monitoring strategies to measure health and effectiveness of the information assurance programExamine the effect of government policy directives and identify corrective actions.Develop scalable solutions for efficient management of Risk Management Framework (RMF) activities.Perform periodic self-inspections, tests, and reviews of the Information Security program to ensure that systems are operating as authorized/accredited and implement corrective actions for any identified findings and vulnerabilities.Develop and conduct test procedures for verification of RMF controls to meet customer requirementsCoordinate with Facility Security Officers (FSOs) and Contractor Program Security Officers (CPSOs) to define, implement and maintain information security policies, strategies, and proceduresCreate and conduct Information System Security briefingsAbility to travel to offsite locations as requiredQualifications: Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 12 years of experience. Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of prior related experience.Active US Top Secret clearance Preferred Additional Skills: 10+ years of experience as an information system security officer (ISSO) or information system security manager (ISSM) supporting classified programs10+ years of experience utilizing security relevant tools, systems, and applications in support of Risk Management Framework (RMF) to include NESSUS, ACAS, DISA STIGs, SCAP, Audit Reduction, and HBSS.10+ years of experience cybersecurity leadership overseeing programs and teams, authorizing risk decisions, coordinating stakeholders, and improving security and compliance.10+ years of experience communicating complex technical risks, translating impact, and advising senior leaders.Existing customer Authorizing Official – DIB peer relationshipsSAP and or SCI information system management are desired. Participation in national industrial security associations and working groups.In-depth knowledge with the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)Experience with NIST 800-53 Security Controls, ICD 503, and JSIG requirements/programsExperience with Windows 7/10, Windows Server 2008/2012/2016, Active Directory, Group Policy, VMWare, Nutanix, and Citrix and cloud based security desired.Technical knowledge of Linux, and UNIX based platforms desiredL3Harris 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. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.

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