Systems Security Cyber Engineer II - Contingent; Onsite - Aurora, CO) TS/SCI
Listed on 2026-10-12
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IT/Tech
Cybersecurity, Systems Engineer
Date Posted: Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-CO-AURORA-S76 ~ 16430 E Hughes Dr ~ BLDG S76 Position Role Type:
Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: TS/SCI - Current Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 THIS ROLE IS CONTINGENT:
Employment is based on contract award and customer funding.
Raytheon Company, Managed by Collins Aerospace At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.
Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense. 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 Cyber Engineer II 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 diverse systems.
This role will be worked onsite in Aurora, CO and requires an active TS/SCI clearance. Relocation assistance is not available.
- Work with cybersecurity architecture
- Assist in the development of RMF documents and controls validation testing for DoD Authorizations to Operate (ATOs)
- Maintain the latest versions of all applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) by downloading updates from the DoD Cyber Exchange website and migrating existing checklists to the newest templates
- Coordinate with other Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to complete the STIG templates, such as those for network switches, database, operating systems, etc.
- Perform routine and ad-hoc scans using the ACAS tool
- Support the development of cybersecurity requirements, design and architecture artifacts, plans, and policies.
- CONUS/OCONUS travel (up to 25%)
- You will learn to be a more effective Systems Security Engineer and leader by gaining niche skills enabling you to be unique in all you do
- You will develop technical expertise to become a cybersecurity subject matter expert (SME), while gaining valuable exposure to diverse business models and product lines in a dynamic, ever-evolving field.
- We are growing and so can you!
- Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 2 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field
- 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)
- Knowledge of Security Technical Implementation Guidance (STIG) and Risk Management Framework (RMF) as described in NIST Special Publication 800-37 and DoD Instruction 8510.01
- Knowledge of Systems Engineering requirements, specifications, and experience implementing DoD and Federal Assessment and Authorization (A&A) Processes and cybersecurity controls and developing and maintaining associated A&A documentation
- Experience with utilizing vulnerability scanning tools to include Tenable Security Center, STIG Viewer, SCAP Compliance Checker/Tools
- Familiarity with Linux Commands
- Familiarity with Containerization (e.g.,…
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