Secure Systems Engineer I (Onsite)

Collins Aerospace is hiring a Secure Systems Engineer I for its Cybersecurity Engineering team supporting products across the Avionics Strategic Business Unit. The role helps secure systems through threat modeling, security testing, vulnerability assessments, and collaboration with product development teams.

What you'll do:

• Developing threat models and information flow architectures to ensure data can be properly isolated in motion and while at rest
• Implementing mandatory access controls (MAC) through the development of Security Enhanced Linux (SELinux) policies
• Developing and executing fuzzing and penetration tests to evaluate the robustness of the exposed attack surface
• Reviewing code to identify weaknesses in the implementation of security functions
• Conducting vulnerabilities assessments of proposed and in-service systems
• Developing and executing fuzzing and robustness tests to evaluate a products attack surface
• Conducting vulnerability assessments of proposed and in-service systems
• Embedding with development teams to address product security concerns
• Developing threat model / data flow diagrams to ensure data can be properly isolated in motion and at rest
• Assisting w/ implementing mandatory access controls (MAC) through the development of SELinux policies
• Assisting with creation of security documentation to support Airworthiness Certification

What they're looking for:

• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract
• Requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM)
• Coding experience in C++ or Python
• Familiarity with Linux OS
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a demonstrated passion for the field
• Completed coursework or personal projects focusing on embedded systems security
• Experience with embedded system integration and testing
• Understanding of IP networking architectures and concepts
• Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git)
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Tool Suite

Benefits:

• Relocation eligible
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligibility-dependent)
• Short-term disability and long-term disability (eligibility-dependent)
• 401(k) match (eligibility-dependent)
• Flexible spending accounts (eligibility-dependent)
• Flexible work schedules (eligibility-dependent)
• Employee assistance program (eligibility-dependent)
• Employee Scholar Program (eligibility-dependent)
• Parental leave (eligibility-dependent)
• Paid time off and holidays (eligibility-dependent)