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Collins Aerospace · 2 days ago

Senior Systems Security Engineer (ONSITE)

Marlborough, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$82K/yr - $164K/yr

5+ years exp

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. They are seeking a Senior Systems Security Engineer to support programs for the US military and international customers, focusing on embedded cybersecurity, technical writing, system security analysis, and requirements assessment.

AerospaceIndustrialMilitarySatellite Communication

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

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

Qualification

Risk Management Framework (RMF)Cybersecurity verificationTechnical writingIntegrationTest experienceSecurity-related certificationsSystem modeling toolsAnalytical skillsWillingness to learnCollaboration skills

Required

Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF) and familiarity with NIST RMF procedures

Strong integration and test experience include 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

Preferred

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 (not required, but preferred)

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 is a plus

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, etc

Familiarity with penetration test tooling, e.g. Kali Linux

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

Ovia 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

This position is eligible for relocation assistance