Senior Systems Security Engineer (ONSITE)

RTX • Marlborough, MA

84d • $82,000 - $164,000

About The Position

Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace, is seeking Senior Systems Security Engineers to support programs for the US military and various international customers. This role is part of the Protected Communication Systems (PCS) team, which is focused on developing new products in a competitive market. The position involves embedded cybersecurity tasks, including technical writing, system security analysis, and requirements assessment. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and report to the Lead Systems Security Engineer.

Requirements

• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and familiarity with NIST RMF procedures.
• Strong integration and test experience including test procedure development, test execution, test reporting, and test automation.
• Strong technical writing skills and ability to develop security documentation.
• Proficient in tooling to include Microsoft products, or task boards (Jira, IBM EWM, etc.).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to perform deep dives into system requirements.
• Ability to interpret system models, diagrams, and architectures to assess security risks.
• Willingness to learn about satellite systems, communication systems, and evolving security technologies.
• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Active and transferable SECRET clearance is required prior to start date.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with National Security Agency (NSA) cryptographic certification requirements.
• Experience with cybersecurity verification activities (including automated vulnerability scanning tools).
• Familiarity with DOORS, JIRA, Cameo, or other system modeling tools.
• Security-related certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CEH, etc.) are a plus but not required.
• Prior experience working with security protocols in embedded systems, aerospace, or communications.
• Experience in System Level Integration, Verification, and Validation (IV&V) for ground based, ship, submarine, or airborne platforms.
• Familiarity with DoD focused security assessment tools, e.g. SCC, NMAP, Evaluate-STIG, Nessus, ACAS, Vulnerator, eMASSster.
• Familiarity with penetration test tooling, e.g. Kali Linux.

Responsibilities

• Support system certification and accreditation efforts, including NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) and National Security Agency (NSA) compliance.
• Aid in the development of full lifecycle solutions from CONOPS to Validation.
• Support cybersecurity requirement decomposition, allocation, implementation, and verification utilizing system engineering practices.
• Analyze system requirements, models, and diagrams to identify potential security vulnerabilities.
• Support system trade studies, requirements analysis, allocation to subsystems.
• Participate in system design discussions and provide security engineering input.
• Support lab activities including definition, setup, configuration management, and testing.
• Collaborate with systems engineers and developers to integrate security considerations into system design.
• Execute Integration, Dry Run, and Formal Qualification Testing.
• Maintain awareness of evolving security threats and industry best practices.

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.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Student Loan Repayment Program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance.
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
• 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.
• This position is eligible for relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees