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

RTX•Aurora, CO

6d•$86,800 - $165,200•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 Senior Systems Security (Cybersecurity) 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 5 years prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 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 in Security Technical Implementation Guidance (STIG) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) as described in NIST Special Publication 800-37 and DoD Instruction 8510.01
Experience with Systems Security Engineering requirements, specifications, and practice implementing DoD and Federal Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Processes and cybersecurity controls and developing and maintaining associated A&A documentation.
Experience with Linux Commands
Experience with utilizing vulnerability scanning tools to include Tenable Security Center, STIG Viewer, SCAP Compliance Checker/Tools

Nice To Haves

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
Previous experience with Program Protection Plans (PPP), DoDI 5000.02, and DoDI 5200.39
Experience with implementing highly technical solutions and reporting their importance to program managers and stakeholders
Written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Support the development of RMF documents and controls validation testing for Authorizations to Operate (ATOs)
Ensure proposed system changes are reviewed and implemented to ensure that system modifications do not adversely affect the security of the system
Implement security improvements by assessing the current situation; evaluating trends; and anticipating requirements
Support the development of cybersecurity requirements, design and architecture artifacts, plans, and policies
Analyze collected cybersecurity data and test results
Have hands-on technical duties and will provide on-site security engineering, systems administration, and cybersecurity support to the program
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