Senior Systems Security Engineering Leader

globalhr; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, seeks a Senior Systems Security Engineering Manager to lead a team on US DoD programs in Cedar Rapids. You will guide security architecture, RMF artifacts, and accreditation activities, while mentoring engineers and coordinating with leadership.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in STEM, active Secret clearance, and certifications. The role is onsite with a strong benefits package and clear career growth paths.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) required or advanced degree with experience.
• Active and transferable U.S. government Secret clearance required prior to start.
• Experience with NIST RMF and IA certification processes (NIST 800-37).
• Certification such as Security+, CISSP or equivalent required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of system security engineers and manage program milestones.
• Develop security architecture and RMF artifacts for DoD programs.
• Support development of cybersecurity requirements, plans, and policies.
• Conduct cybersecurity audits to ensure compliance and posture.

Skills

Security clearance

RMF

Program management

Vulnerability assessment

UNIX/Linux security

Education

STEM degree

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

Retina

Nessus

Nmap

SIEM

Job description

Collins Aerospace, an RTX company, seeks a Senior Systems Security Engineering Manager to lead a team on US DoD programs in Cedar Rapids. You will guide security architecture, RMF artifacts, and accreditation activities, while mentoring engineers and coordinating with leadership.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in STEM, active Secret clearance, and certifications. The role is onsite with a strong benefits package and clear career growth paths.