Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Rolls-Royce plc; United States; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Discretionary bonus plan

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rolls-Royce plc is seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain secure network infrastructures. The role requires strong technical expertise and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with options for Indianapolis or remote work.

The ideal candidate will monitor threats, perform vulnerability assessments, and develop security policies. Excellent collaboration across IT and security teams is essential for improving the organization’s security posture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in a related field with 2+ years in security roles.
• In lieu of degree, 6+ years of network security experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain network security solutions (firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, NAC).
• Monitor network traffic and security logs for anomalies and threats.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to mitigate risks.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with IT/security teams to improve security posture.
• Setup security tooling on-prem and in cloud environments.
• Maintain SIEM/EDR/DLP tools and stay ahead of threats.

Skills

Network security

Firewalls/VPN/IDS/IPS

Cloud security

Python/PowerShell

Threat monitoring

EDR/SIEM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IT or related field

Master's degree in Cybersecurity/CS/IT or related field

JD/PhD considered equivalent

Tools

EDR

SIEM

NDR

Forensic tooling

Firewalls

Job description

Job Title: Senior Cyber Security Engineer

Working Pattern: Fulltime

Working Location: Indianapolis, IN or Remote

Relocation assistance will not be provided.

Why Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce we are proud to be a business that has truly helped to shape the modern world and are committed to always being a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. By joining Rolls-Royce, you’ll have the opportunity to create world‑class power and propulsion solutions, pushing your problem‑solving and ingenuity, to deliver real impact that puts safety first. You’ll be given responsibility and the opportunity to grow in our high‑performance culture. This is Infinite Potential. And it’s your chance to really shine and contribute to one of the world’s most recognized brands and a beacon for engineering excellence.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Cyber Security Engineer to join our cybersecurity team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure network infrastructures to protect the organization from cyber threats. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment.

What you will be doing:

• Design, implement, and maintain network security solutions, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, and NAC.
• Monitor network traffic and security logs for anomalies and potential threats.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and mitigate security risks.
• Develop and enforce network security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to enhance overall security posture.
• Maintain and Setup Security tooling both on prem and in the Cloud environment.
• Maintain and configure security tools such as SIEM, EDR, and DLP solutions.
• Stay updated with emerging cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies.
• Document security incidents, findings, and mitigation strategies.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with 2+ years of experience in network security, cybersecurity or IT security roles.
• Masters degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field JD/PhD.
• In lieu of degree, 6+ years of experience in network security, cybersecurity or IT security.
• In order to be considered for this position, you must be a US Citizen.

Preferred Requirements

• Strong knowledge of networking protocols, firewalls, VPNs, and IDS/IPS technologies.
• Experience with security tools such as EDR, SIEM, NDR, Forensic Tooling, Firewalls.
• Understanding of network security frameworks such as NIST, CIS Controls, and ISO27001.
• Certifications such as CCNP Security, CISSP, CEH, or GIAC.
• Experience with cloud security in AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) for automation.
• Knowledge of zero-trust architecture and secure network design principles.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Our vision is to ensure that the quality and dynamism that shaped our history continues into our future. It’s a bold pursuit, and we never stop striving to go further, faster, and better. We lead progress, creating the technologies that move us forward. If you’re driven to grow, to learn, and to make a lasting difference, this is where you belong.

Rolls‑Royce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristics. We are committed to providing a respectful and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued and everyone can thrive.

Closing Date

September 11, 2026

Job Category

Information Technology

Pay Range

Pay ranges for remote employees are based on the state where the employee resides and may vary from the posted range. - Location: Working from home US

Benefits

• Rolls‑Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan.
• Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• A flexible spending account.
• A health savings account.
• A 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid Time Off.
• Certain paid holidays.
• Paid parental and family care leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Long‑term incentive plan.

The options available to an employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as date of hire, employment type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Rolls‑Royce pioneers cutting‑edge technologies that deliver the cleanest, safest and most competitive solutions to our planet’s vital power needs.