Cybersecurity Engineer II

Raytheon; Tewksbury (MA); On-site; USD 68,900 - 131,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Raytheon is looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer in Tewksbury, Massachusetts. The successful candidate will define security requirements, conduct audits, and maintain compliance documentation. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and 2+ years of cybersecurity experience are required, along with an active U.S. government-issued security clearance. This is an onsite role offering a competitive salary range of $68,900 to $131,100, along with various benefits including medical, dental, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in cybersecurity, compliance, and risk management required.
• Active U.S. government-issued security clearance needed prior to start.
• Experience with various operating systems security features and vulnerabilities.

Responsibilities

• Define and design security requirements.
• Conduct cybersecurity audits for compliance.
• Prepare compliance security documentation.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Risk Management Framework

Network Security

System Security Administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Windows

Red Hat Enterprise Linux

Cisco Systems

Job description

Location

US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB3 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ CONCORD BLDG, Tewksbury Tb3 300 Concord

Date Posted

2026-05-06

Country

United States of America

Position Role Type

Onsite

Security Clearance

Active and existing DoD Secret clearance required on day 1; U.S. citizenship required

At RTX, the world 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.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

This position is an onsite role in Tewksbury MA.

What You Will Do

• Define security requirements and design solutions, providing guidance and direction related to security technologies.
• Perform analysis on security collected data and test results.
• Prepare and maintain compliance security related documentation.
• Define cybersecurity requirements, design, and architecture artifacts, strategy, plans, and policies.
• Perform and/or provide guidance and oversight on vulnerability assessments, defining, negotiating, and executing Assessment and Authorization (A&A) events.
• Collaborate with program and engineering disciplines and ensuring cybersecurity solution alternatives.
• Conduct cybersecurity audits to ensure appropriate implementation and compliance of the security posture.
• Define security development and test efforts implementation of security controls of networking devices, databases, operating systems, and hardware and software components.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity/Computer Science/Engineering or related technical field and 2+ years of experience
• Experience in cybersecurity, compliance, and risk management framework (RMF).
• 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
• Experience with security features and/or vulnerability of various operating systems as defined by NSA, NIST, DISA (STIGs) and USCYBERCOM.
• Experience with network and system security administration, including operating system security configuration and account management best practices for MS Windows, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and Cisco Systems.
• Experience with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) as described in NIST 800-37.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Familiar with Program Protection Plan (PPP) required by DoDI 5000.2 and DoDI 5200.39.
• DoDI 8570.01-M IAT Level-III Compliant Certification (CISSP, CCNP Security, CISA, etc.)
• Experience working U.S. Government contract proposals as an Information Assurance Engineer subject matter expert.
• Security related Network (e.g. Cisco) and Operating System certification or training.
• Self-starter requiring limited direction and supervision.

Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

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