Sr Analyst, Security (Onsite)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Job summary

Collins Aerospace in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a Sr Analyst, Security to join our team onsite. The role leads clearance administration, coordinating and maintaining personnel security clearances for government contracts.

You will gather fingerprints, track status, and manage access requests while ensuring compliance with NISPOM and DoD directives. The position requires US citizenship and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance. On-site collaboration and customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• University degree required or equivalent; 2+ years of relevant experience or advanced degree.
• US citizenship and ability to obtain DoD security clearance required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service experience.
• Able to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficient with standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, initiate, and maintain personnel security clearances in DISS, NBIS, eQIP, and SIMS.
• Collect fingerprints and upload them to government systems.
• Verify clearance and briefing status for secure workspace access requests.
• Process domestic and foreign visit requests; submit Adverse Information Reports.
• Report foreign travel of cleared employees; coordinate security training and briefings.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Education

University degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Position

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

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. This is an onsite position in Cedar Rapids, IA.

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

• 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

• 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 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!

Benefits and Perks (Summary)

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.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

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.

Company Overview

RTX is an aerospace and defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.

Additional Information

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.