Principal Systems Security Cyber Engineer - Contingent (Onsite - Aurora, CO) TS/SCI required

RTX•Aurora, CO

6d•$107,500 - $204,500•Onsite

About The Position

Join our highly visible team and perform technically challenging assignments, which will closely contribute to protecting our nation and our products. We are seeking a Principal Systems Security / Cyber Engineer to function as a key contributor for the Product Cybersecurity Organization (PCO) team. As a member of the High Band Mission Application Software (HBMAS) Systems Security Engineering (SSE) team, you will develop solutions to secure the Warfighter’s technical advantage. The SSE team creates comprehensive security solutions by leveraging multiple disciplines, including Anti-Tamper (AT), Software and Hardware Assurance, Cryptography, and Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), to implement robust program protection across various systems. This role will be worked onsite in Aurora, CO and requires an active TS/SCI clearance. Relocation assistance is not available.

Requirements

Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years of experience
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Active and transferable TS/SCI U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date
DoDM 8140.03 compliant certification (e.g., Security+, CISSP, or equivalent)
Experience analyzing operating system security features and vulnerabilities in compliance with Intelligence Community (IC) standards
Experience with embedded systems security (real-time embedded systems architecture)
Experience in systems engineering requirements and specifications, including implementing Federal and DoD Assessment and Authorization (A&A) processes, cyber security controls, and Risk Management Framework (RMF) documentation in accordance with NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-37, NIST SP 800-53, and DoD Instruction 8510.01
Experience in security systems engineering across hardware, software, and application solutions in both standalone and LAN/WAN configurations

Nice To Haves

Familiar with Program Protection Plans (PPP), DoDI 5000.02, and DoDI 5200.39
Experience working on U.S. Government contract proposals as a Cybersecurity Engineering subject matter experienced professional
Familiar with cloud and/or virtualization technologies
Familiar with Containerization (e.g., Docker/Kubernetes)
Familiar with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS)
Experience with IT, network, and system security administration, including security configuration and account management best practices for Windows, UNIX, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and Cisco Systems
Experience utilizing information security toolsets, including anti-virus, vulnerability assessment, HIDS/NIDS, host-based and endpoint security, Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), and centralized auditing resources
Written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Implement security improvements by assessing current infrastructure, evaluating threat trends, and designing secure architecture, system requirements, plans, and policies
Advise, support junior engineers, and develop Risk Management Framework (RMF) documents and controls validation testing for Authorizations to Operate (ATOs)
Analyze cybersecurity data metrics and technical test results to identify vulnerabilities and track security performance
Conduct cybersecurity audits to evaluate security posture, verify proper tool implementation, and ensure regulatory compliance
Advise and work with the Software Engineering and/or System Engineering teams to implement cybersecurity policies, harden the system, and document findings

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
Tuition reimbursement program
Student Loan Repayment Program
Life insurance and disability coverage
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
Carrot Health, fertility, and family planning
Adoption Assistance
Autism Benefit
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program