Embedded Systems Security Engineer (Onsite - Largo, FL)

Prattwhitney; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

Prattwhitney in Largo, Florida, is looking for an Embedded Systems Security Engineer to support critical programs for the U.S. military and international customers. The position demands expertise in cybersecurity with responsibilities including risk management, system analysis, and collaboration across engineering teams.

Ideal candidates will possess a relevant STEM degree, at least 2 years of experience, and an active SECRET clearance. The company offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, a generous 401(k) plan, and provisions for professional development.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a degree in STEM and minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Active and transferrable SECRET clearance required.
• Experience with technical security concepts and Risk Management Framework.

Responsibilities

• Support system certification and accreditation efforts.
• Analyze system requirements to identify potential security vulnerabilities.
• Collaborate with systems engineers to integrate security considerations.

Skills

Technical writing skills

System Security Engineering knowledge

Experience with RMF

Familiarity with security assessment tools

Education

Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)

Advanced Security-related certifications (e.g., CISSP, Sec+)

Tools

DOORS

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

About the Role

The Product Cybersecurity Engineering DoD East Florida team is hiring an Embedded Systems Security Engineer to support programs for our U.S. military and various international customers, keeping the world safe from foreign threats. The role will be worked onsite in Largo, FL. Relocation assistance is available.

What You Will Do

• Support system certification and accreditation efforts, including Risk Management Framework (RMF) Authorization To Operate (ATO) and National Security Agency (NSA) Type 1 Cryptographic Certification.
• Support cybersecurity requirement decomposition, allocation, implementation, and verification utilizing system engineering practices.
• Analyze system requirements, models, and diagrams to identify potential security vulnerabilities.
• Participate in system design discussions and provide security engineering input.
• Collaborate with systems engineers and developers to integrate security considerations into system design.
• Work as part of a team, contributing to a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
• Maintain awareness of evolving security threats and industry best practices.
• Participate in Security focused-System Verification and Validation, including writing test plans and procedures, performing test conduct, and providing remediation recommendation analysis.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Active and transferrable SECRET clearance or ability to obtain after start.
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Experience with Risk Management Framework (RMF).
• Experience with general technical security concepts, technologies, and implementations.
• Technical writing skills and ability to develop security documentation.
• Understanding of System Security Engineering domain.

We Prefer

• Active and transferable TOP SECRET clearance.
• Experience with National Security Agency (NSA) cryptographic certification, Cross Domain Solution (CDS) requirements, and National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP).
• Familiarity with DOORS, JIRA, Confluence, Cameo (MBSE experience), or other systems modeling and agile tools.
• Advanced Security-related certifications (e.g., CISSP, Sec+, etc.) and an Electrical or Computer Engineering Degree.
• Prior experience working with security protocols used in embedded systems and communications for aerospace environments.
• Familiarity with DoD focused security assessment tools, e.g. SCC, NMAP, Evaluate-STIG, Nessus, ACAS, Vulnerator, eMASS.
• Willingness to learn about satellite systems, communication systems, and evolving security technologies.
• Analytical skills with the ability to perform deep dives into system requirements.
• Experience interpreting system models, diagrams, and architectures to assess security risks.

What We Offer

• 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 including pet, home, auto, 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 and more.

Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement

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.