Principal Systems Security Engineer Cyber Security

Date Posted:
2025-04-17
Country:
United States of America
Location:
AL200: 401 Jan Davis Drive Huntsville 401 Jan Davis Drive , Huntsville, AL, 35806 USA
Position Role Type:
Onsite At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. Raytheon is seeking a well-qualified Principal System Security Engineer (SSE) - P4 to join the dynamic System Security Engineering team. We need individuals who can apply their technical knowledge and leadership experience to system security engineering and program protection concerns within the key areas of cybersecurity. This role will lead the development of security solutions and will be responsible for leading and executing the security efforts for secure system products. Activities will consist of security subsystem specifications, security subsystem architecture, interface descriptions, RMF assessment and authorization, and vulnerability assessments. This is an onsite position at Raytheon in Huntsville, AL. What You Will Do Support implementation of SSE solutions into RTX products
Interact with customer to define SSE requirements, solutions, trades, costs, implementation, system impacts, and effectiveness
Support developing plans and estimates, task execution, project tracking, reporting, and risk identification and mitigation plans
Plan and guide SSE implementations in customer systems
Consult and assist program line management with SSE architectures and issues
Attack threat modeling / Critical Program Information Assessments
Developing top-level system requirements, and flowing down requirements and implementation concepts to subsystem
Understanding, and compliance with, DoD technology release and export licensing policies
Validate secure configuration of routers, switches, firewalls, servers, operating systems, applications, and other assets, using
DoD approved scanning and assessment tools such as ACAS, STIG, SCAP Compliance Checker, and HBSS
DoD approved cybersecurity management tool such as eMASS
Performing Task Lead duties (e.g., task planning, product owner, scrum master)
Help ensure Cyber policies are enforced and supported leadership reviews Qualifications You Must Have Typically requires a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and 8 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field
Active and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
The ability to obtain and maintain additional program access as required
Experience in the fields of System Security Engineering, computer technology reverse engineering, AT, cybersecurity, or embedded security
Experience designing, implementing, testing, and fielding real-time embedded security-oriented solutions on Department of Defense (DoD) programs with secure systems technologies, methodologies, policies, and guidelines
Experience generating security (AT and/or program protection) requirements, design and architecture artifacts, plans, and/or policies
Must possess Security Certification in accordance with DoD 8570 IAT II (e.g. CompTIA Security+)
Qualifications We Prefer Experience in technical leadership
Experience in design, development and fielding of SSE systems
Software, Firmware, & Microelectronics Engineering, Cryptography and FPGA design
Understand primary cybersecurity policy information including DoDI 8510.01 Risk Management Framework
Computers & Networking - digital computers, routers, switches, & firewall
Software - Microsoft Windows & Office product suite, Red Hat Linux, Cisco Network Appliances
Independent Self-Starter and able to work reliably without supervision
Attack threat modeling / Critical Program Information Assessments
Experience in the implementation and business growth of SSE implementation throughout the entire life cycle
Experience in solutions meeting robust SSE systems security requirements
DoD Top Secret clearance with current SSBI within last 5 years desired
Cyber Certifications in accordance with DoDD 8570/DoDD 8140 such as CISSP, GSLC, CEH
Program management experience with SSE
Broad understanding of technology and working knowledge of DODI-S-5230.28
Aircraft/weapons integration experience
Prior experience with military weapons, radar, communication, or fire control systems.
Strategic planning and proposal writing skills
Candidate must exhibit an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact positively with coworkers, suppliers, stakeholders, and customers in a team environment
Experience contributing in a team environment for the purpose of developing creative solutions to technical problems
Experience in the management of computer system security actions and in the development of the procedures that support such actions.
Demonstrated understanding of TCP/IP, common networking ports and protocols, traffic flow, system administration, OSI model, defense-in-depth and common security elements
Demonstrated hands-on experience analyzing high volumes of logs, network data (e.g. Netflow, FPC), and other attack artifacts in support of incident investigations
Demonstrated hands -on experience using DoD approved scanning and assessment tools (i.e. ACAS, STIG, SCAP Compliance Checker, and HBSS) and cybersecurity management tool (ie. eMASS)
Scripting and programming experience
Demonstrated commitment to training, self-study and maintaining proficiency in the technical cyber security domain
Experience troubleshooting & repairing rack servers, radio communications systems, cables and connectors (including fiber), and familiarity with radio encryption devices.
Familiarity with U. S. Army and/or Air Force organizational structure.
Prior experience being collocated at a customer's facility.
Prior experience working as part of a dispersed team. What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation
Relocation Eligible - Relocation assistance is available The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms