Principal System Security Engineer (Cybersecurity) - P4 (Onsite-Tewksbury, MA)

Job ID: 01883467Posted: Posted 4 Days AgoStart Date: 2026-10-19Location: US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDGCountry: United States of AmericaTime Type: Full timeDate Posted:2026-10-19 Country:United States of America Location:US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1 ~ 50 Apple Hill Dr ~ ASSABET BLDG 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: Secret - Current Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1At 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-qualifiedPrincipal System Security Engineer (Cybersecurity) -P4 to join our elite 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 in Tewksbury, MA.What You Will DoCoordinate cybersecurity activities across multidisciplinary engineering teams and serve as a technical interface for cybersecurity matters with customers, program leadership, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.Develop plans and estimates, task execution, project tracking, reporting, and risk identification and mitigation plansEnsure compliance with National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Risk Management Framework (RMF) controlsConsult and assist program management with SSE architecture and issuesSupport the development of bids and proposalsDefine security development and test efforts implementation of security controls of networking devices, databases, operating systems, and hardware and software componentIntegrate cybersecurity development activitiesDevelop top-level system requirements and flow down requirements and implementation concepts to subsystemUnderstanding, and compliance with, DoD technology release and export licensing policiesQualifications You Must HaveTypically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and 8 years of prior relevant experienceActive and transferable U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearanceExperience in the field of System Security Engineering, computer technology reverse engineering, anti-tamper, cybersecurity, orembedded securityExperience with NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)Experience in technical leadershipQualifications We PreferImplementation and business growth of SSE implementation throughout the entire life cycleExperience in solutions meeting robust SSE systems security requirementsCyber Certifications in accordance with DoDD 8570/DoDD 8140 such as CISSP, GSLC, CEHSubcontractor management experience with SSEBroad understanding of technology and working knowledge of DODI-S-5230.28Strategic planning and experience with U.S. Government contract proposals as an Information Assurance Engineer subject matter expertCandidate must exhibit an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulnessExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact positively with coworkers, suppliers, stakeholders, and customers in a team environmentExperience contributing to a team environment for the purpose of developing creative solutions to technical problems Processes, IA controls and developing and maintaining associated certification and accreditation documentationWhat We OfferOur values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and InnovationRelocation Eligible – Relocation assistance is availablePlease ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as: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.As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attendselect 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.The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 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. 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