Information Systems Security Officer (Onsite)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

1d•$68,900 - $131,100•Onsite

About The Position

Collins Aerospace Global Security Services is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Level 2 to support cybersecurity operations for classified and controlled information systems. Under the guidance of senior ISSOs and the ISSM, the role performs ISSO-level activities to help ensure systems remain compliant, audit-ready, and aligned with program requirements. The position supports continuous monitoring, system auditing, inspection readiness, risk identification, data transfers, and user access requests in accordance with security policies and authorization boundaries. This intermediate-level cybersecurity opportunity provides exposure to operational monitoring, regulatory compliance, and technical aspects of system security in a high-assurance environment. The ISSO collaborates with cross-functional teams to apply cybersecurity controls consistently across technical, physical, and operational environments. This is an onsite position based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. A relocation package is available for qualified candidates.

Requirements

Typically requires a university degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field.
U.S. citizenship is required because only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Active DoD Secret security clearance required on day one.
IAM Level I certification compliant with DoD 8570 / DoD 8140, such as Security+, GSEC, or GSLC.
Experience performing cybersecurity monitoring, detection, and analysis activities in an enterprise or DoD environment.
Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including network security, system logging, access controls, and incident detection.
Experience analyzing security alerts, logs, and network traffic to identify anomalous or malicious activity.
Ability to document findings, audit results, and response actions according to established procedures.
Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as SIEMs, IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, vulnerability scanning, and network monitoring platforms.
Ability to follow established incident response, escalation, and continuous monitoring procedures.
Willingness to work collaboratively in a team-based cybersecurity operations environment.

Nice To Haves

Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk for log analysis, alert triage, and event correlation.
Exposure to vulnerability scanning tools and review of findings, with basic remediation knowledge.
Familiarity with DoD or other regulated environments, including RMF, NIST, JSIG, NISPOM, or DAAG guidance.
Experience supporting inspection, assessment, or audit readiness activities.
Working knowledge of network protocols, architectures, and common attack techniques.
Ability to identify trends or recurring issues in security events and communicate findings to senior analysts.
Experience collaborating with IT, Facilities, or Industrial Security teams to apply cybersecurity requirements consistently.

Responsibilities

Support cybersecurity implementation and maintenance for assigned information systems under the guidance of the ISSM or senior ISSOs.
Process and review data transfer requests, ensuring security controls are applied and authorization requirements are met.
Assist with user account and access requests, verifying approvals and adherence to role-based access control policies.
Execute continuous monitoring activities, including reviewing security logs, validating security controls, and identifying anomalies.
Conduct system auditing and log reviews to detect policy violations, compliance issues, or potential security events.
Develop, maintain, and update cybersecurity documentation, security plans, and authorization artifacts to support audit-ready operations.
Track and assist in closing Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) resulting from audits, assessments, or monitoring activities.
Report identified security issues, audit findings, or system anomalies to the ISSM or senior cybersecurity personnel.
Collaborate with IT, Facilities, Industrial Security, and other cross-functional teams to apply cybersecurity requirements consistently.
Support preparation for inspections, audits, and assessments by providing required documentation, evidence, and operational insight.
Collaborate with IT or engineering teams to support investigation and remediation activities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
401(k) plan with employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional pet, home and auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, and identity theft protection coverages.
Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
Fertility and family planning benefits.
Adoption assistance.
Autism benefit.
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
Wellness rewards program.
Virtual doctor visits.
Child and elder care services.
Second-opinion medical expert program.
Flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, paid time off, and holidays may be available, depending on the business unit and collective-bargaining coverage.
Applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs, depending on position level and collective-bargaining coverage.