Embedded Product Security System Engineer
RTX Corporation2 months ago
Cedar Rapids, IA, USAMid Level
Base Salary
$69k - $131k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop threat models and data-flow diagrams to isolate data in motion and at rest.
- Implement mandatory access controls through SELinux policy development.
- Review code for weaknesses in security-function implementations.
- Develop and execute fuzzing and penetration tests to evaluate attack surfaces.
- Conduct vulnerability assessments of proposed and in-service systems.
- Author and manage cybersecurity certification artifacts aligned with industry standards and customer requirements.
- Support product design and implementation teams as a security subject matter expert within the secure development lifecycle.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and two years of relevant experience, an advanced degree in Cybersecurity, or six years of relevant experience without a degree.
- Embedded software development experience in a Linux OS environment.
- Coding experience in C, C++, Python, or Rust.
- Networking experience with Layer 2, Layer 3, and Layer 4 protocols.
- Fluency in software development and understanding of the differences between enterprise cybersecurity and embedded-system security.
- Preferred experience with RTCA DO-326, DO-356, DO-355, threat models, data-flow diagrams, Linux security implementations, Linux hardening, penetration testing, SAST, code-defect security analysis, fuzzing, resiliency testing, and PKI.
- Industry-recognized security certifications such as Security+, OSCP, or CISSP are desirable.
- Strong written and oral communication, adaptability, collaboration, and decision-making skills.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
Benefits
- Onsite work in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
- Potential eligibility for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance, tuition support through the Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays.
- Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs.
- The role is U.S.-based, and commuting to the assigned onsite location is the employee’s responsibility.
About RTX Corporation
RTX Corporation builds aerospace and defense systems through its Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon businesses, serving commercial aviation, the U.S. government, and allied militaries. Its products range from aircraft engines and avionics to radars, missiles, and command-and-control software, sold via long-term OEM programs and defense contracts. Formed in 2020 by the Raytheon–United Technologies merger, RTX is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia and trades on the NYSE as RTX.