Information System Security Engineer (ISSE) - Onsite

Date Posted:

2025-01-08

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

Innovation through diversity of thought. At Pratt & Whitney, we believe diversity of thought enables creativity, innovation, and a foundation for inclusion. By fostering an inclusive culture, we accept a shared accountability and responsibility to recognize, sponsor, coach, hire and promote talent equally. We welcome our employees to be their whole - best - selves at work because trust, respect and integrity, are a part of our DNA.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

What You Will Do: ​

The Information Systems Security Engineer (ISSE) will function as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for information systems security control methods, mitigations, and tools throughout a systems’ lifecycle in compliance with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security laws, regulations and guidelines.  The ISSE will participate in projects, guide and counsel internal customers, assist in developing and maintaining cross-security enclave processes and standards, and provide training and guidance on tools and methods to other members of the cybersecurity team.

• Under the direction of the Enclave Senior Manager, serve as the information systems security lead for IT projects supporting the Military Engines portfolio, ensuring that RMF artifact elements for new systems are compiled and submitted for ATO, while reviewing policies, plans, procedures, and configurations in compliance with DoD policies and RMF regulations.

• Influence and guide team project teams architecting and designing information systems solutions in the employment of configuration options, processes and tools that align with applicable DoD policies and regulations.  Collaborate with system engineers, developers, and system administrators to resolve compliance issues through mitigation and remediation plans.

• Develop, assess, verify, and manage the implementation of information system security-related tools, measures, and controls in compliance with applicable DoD and Corporate policies, standards, and procedures.  Periodically review existing systems for opportunities to reduce effort, risk and/or mistake-proof methods and procedures through process improvement.

• Assist in overseeing and managing the patch management process and execution across all security enclaves.  Collaborate with peer ISSEs and Corporate equivalents for alignment and sharing of best practices.

•  Collaborate with ISSE peers, Corporate equivalents and the Insider Threat Program Security Officer (ITPSO) for alignment and sharing of best practices. 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Advanced degree and 5+ years of Technology, Engineering, Computer Science or Cybersecurity experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate’s degree (or 2-year technical training) and 10+ years of relevant industry experience; OR High School diploma and 12+ years of relevant industry experience.

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

• 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:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or IT-related field of study

• Certifications equivalent to or exceeding DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II functional and baseline certification requirements.

• 2+ year experience as an ISSE position supporting classified programs.

• 4+ years’ combined hands-on experience in systems administration/engineering and/or cybersecurity support role for a combination of servers, desktop computers, operating systems, and virtual computing, preferably of information systems supporting classified programs or activities.

• Active Secret-level U.S. Government Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret-level U.S. Government Security Clearance.

• Ability to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs.

• Ability to develop, document and interpret network and wiring diagrams; system, subsystem and device security architectures down to the board level; and data flow diagrams.

• Programming experience with languages such as (but not limited to) bash, csh, Java/JavaScript, Perl, Powershell, Python, sh, and/or VBA.

• Experience with using NESSUS and other scanning applications.

• Experience using Splunk to ingest and analyze network data.

• Experience working with virtualization software and virtualized environments such as ESXi, VMWare, VirtualBox, and Hyper-V.

The salary range for this role is 101,000 USD - 203,000 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/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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