Systems Security Engineer I (P1) (Onsite)

Raytheon; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Raytheon is seeking a Systems Security Engineer I (P1) to join our Systems Security Engineering team onsite in Massachusetts. You will contribute to protecting warfighter systems through cyber security, software assurance, and risk management practices. Typically a STEM degree with minimal experience is required, and you must be eligible for a U.S.

government security clearance. The role emphasizes scripting in Linux Bash and Python, and familiarity with DoD scanning tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with <2 years of experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze cybersecurity data and test results to support mission needs.
• Create patch artifacts and RI posture reports; run regression tests.
• Validate secure configuration of routers, switches, firewalls, servers, and OS with DoD tools.
• Develop and maintain Linux Bash and Python scripts.

Skills

Linux Bash

Python scripting

Cybersecurity concepts

DoD cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Nessus

STIG

RADIX

Job description

Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB2 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ SUDBURY BLDG, Tewksbury Tb2 200 Sudbury

Date Posted: 2026-08-14

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB2 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ SUDBURY BLDG, Tewksbury Tb2 200 Sudbury

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret

Security Clearance Status: Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

At RTX, the world\'s largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Raytheon is seeking a well-qualified Systems Security Engineer I (P1) to join our Systems Security Engineering (SSE) team in developing solutions to protect the Warfighter’s technology advantage. Systems Security Engineering creates holistic security solutions leveraging Cyber Security, Software Assurance and Supply Chain Risk Management to support Program Protection Implementation on embedded weapons systems. Join our highly visible team and perform technically challenging assignments, which will directly contribute to protecting our nation and our Warfighters. This is an onsite position at Raytheon.

What You Will Do

• Perform analysis on cybersecurity collected data and test results
• Create patch artifacts such as patch media and information assurance posture reports; run regression tests on the system
• Validate secure configuration of routers, switches, firewalls, servers, operating systems, applications, and other assets, using DoD approved scanning and assessment tools such as Nessus, STIG, Evaluate STIG, and/or RADIX
• Create and maintain Linux Bash and Python scripts

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a Bachelor\'s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and less than 2 years of prior experience
• 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

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Linux Bash and Python scripting
• Basic understanding of the systems engineering process
• Cyber Certifications in accordance with DoDD 8570/DoDD 8140 such as CISSP, GSLC, CEH
• Knowledge/course work of radar, signal & image processing, digital communications, control theories, estimation theory and/or electro optics
• Active/Current DoD security clearance or SSBI

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation
• Relocation Eligible – Relocation assistance is available

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.

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