Sr Analyst, Security (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Sr Analyst, Security to join our team onsite. The successful candidate will lead the Clearance Administration Team and oversee the processing and maintenance of Personnel Security Clearances under NISPOM and DoD directives for employees supporting government contracts.

This role emphasizes strong written and verbal communication, customer service, and teamwork, with responsibility for training and coordinating security-related activities across

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required; eligibility for DoD security clearance.
• University degree or higher preferred; minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven customer service experience.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain personnel security clearances (PCLs) across DISS/NISPOM/related systems.
• Collect fingerprints and upload to government databases.
• Verify clearance/briefing status for secure access requests.
• Process domestic and foreign visit requests.
• Submit Adverse Information Reports as required.
• Track and report foreign travel of cleared employees.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Security clearance knowledge

Education

University degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Location

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-138 ~ 855 35Th St NE ~ BLDG 138

Date Posted

2026-08-03

Country

United States of America

Position Role Type

Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status

Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA are currently searching for a Sr Analyst, Security to join our team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This Sr Analyst, Security will perform as a Team Lead on our Clearance Administration Team. They will be responsible for processing and maintaining Personnel Security Clearances (PCL) in accordance with the 32 CFR Part 117 National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and other government agency directives, for Collins Aerospace employees supporting government contracts.

What YOU will do

• Coordinating, initiating, and maintaining personnel security clearances in DISS, NBIS, eQIP, and SIMS.


• Collecting fingerprints and uploading them into the government database.


• Verifying clearance and briefing status for requests to access secure workspaces.


• Process incoming and outgoing domestic and foreign visit requests.


• Submit Adverse Information Reports to the government.


• Tracking and Reporting Foreign Travel of cleared employees.


• Facilitate classified meetings.


• Coordinate initial and annual Security training, Insider Threat Briefings, special briefings, and other annual training as necessary.


• Provide professional support and proactive customer service to coworkers, internal customers, and external customers daily.


• Operate in accordance with corporate policies and practices.


• Comply with accepted business ethics.

Qualifications YOU Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree.


• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.


• Applicant must be capable of obtaining a US Department of Defense (DoD) security clearance.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills required


• Strong customer service experience required


• Must be able to work in a team environment


• Basic computer skills required (Microsoft Office Suite)

What We Offer

Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

• 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 illnessinsurance, 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!

Job Details

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.

Role Type Definitions

Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

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.

Regardless of your role type, collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world – and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins, the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form – with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher, again and again.