System Lead - Agents/C2

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Job Title: System Lead - Agents/C2

Job Location: Ottawa, ON

Job Code: 36524

Job Schedule: Day Shift

Compensation Range: Between $ 178,000 - $228 ,000 CDN annually

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

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 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

Preferred Additional Skills:

• 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

Eligibility Criteria

• 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).

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At L3Harris, we foster an inclusive and equitable workplace. 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. For applicants with disabilities, we will provide you with accommodation so that you have what you need in order to be at your best.

L3Harris performs background checks prior to employment as all applicants must be eligible for registration with the Controlled Goods Program and obtain and maintain a positive security assessment. Some positions may require a government of Canada “Reliability” status and/or Level 2 (Secret) security clearance. In addition, L3Harris performs pre-employment substance abuse testing where required.