SkillBridge ISSO

Date Posted:

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-IA-CEDAR RAPIDS-Th St NE BLDG 166

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:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

Collins Aerospace Global Security Services (GSS) is seeking a Cyber Defense Analyst Level 2 to support cybersecurity operations and defensive monitoring for classified and regulated business environments.

In this role you will provide foundational cybersecurity support under the guidance of senior analysts and team leads. You will assist with monitoring analyzing and reporting on security events and vulnerabilities across multiple networks and systems. You may also serve as a Data Transfer Agent ensuring the secure handling and transfer of classified or sensitive information in compliance with established policies and regulations.

This role provides a strong entry point into the cybersecurity profession offering mentorship and exposure to operational compliance and technical aspects of cyber defense in a high-assurance environment.

This position is onsite at any Collins Aerospace location.

**This is an onsite position in Cedar Rapids IA**

What YOU will do:

• Monitor and analyze security alerts events and logs to identify potential cybersecurity incidents and vulnerabilities.

• Support the implementation of cybersecurity controls ensuring compliance with RMF DAAPM JSIG NISPOM and other regulatory frameworks.

• Assist in the secure handling transfer and distribution of classified or sensitive data ensuring adherence to information transfer policies and procedures.

• Escalate potential incidents or policy violations to senior analysts or supervisors providing clear documentation and initial analysis.

• Participate in continuous monitoring activities including vulnerability scans log reviews and automated reporting tools.

• Support audit compliance and assessment activities as directed by senior staff.

• Maintain operational awareness of cybersecurity threats vulnerabilities and trends to support proactive defense measures.

• Collaborate with team members to ensure accurate timely and complete reporting of cybersecurity activities.

• Follow established standard operating procedures checklists and guidance to maintain compliance and operational consistency.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Cyber Defense or Security Operations leadership team.

Qualifications YOU Must Have:

• U.S. citizenship required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

• An active U.S. government security clearance is needed prior to start date.

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Cybersecurity or related technical field or equivalent work experience.

• Entry-level cybersecurity experience or internships including basic network system or data security tasks.

• Basic understanding of operating systems (Windows Linux UNIX) networking concepts (TCP/IP firewalls VPNs) and cybersecurity fundamentals.

• Familiarity with DoD RMF NISPOM and basic regulatory/compliance requirements preferred.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work onsite in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Prior experience in cybersecurity operations centers (SOCs) incident monitoring or helpdesk/IT security support roles.

• Experience as a Data Transfer Agent in a classified or controlled environment.

• Knowledge of vulnerability scanning tools (e.g. Nessus ACAS) and security monitoring solutions (SIEMs).

• CompTIA Security Network or other entry-level cyber certifications.

• Familiarity with security incident handling reporting and escalation procedures.

• Ability to operate in a classified or multi-level secure environment.

What We Offer:

Some of our competitive benefits packages include:

• Medical dental and vision insurance.

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate. employer retirement contribution including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.

• Tuition reimbursement program.

• Student Loan Repayment Program.

• Life insurance and disability coverage.

• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance home and auto insurance additional life and accident insurancecritical illnessinsurance group legal ID theft protection.

• Birth adoption parental leave benefits.

• Ovia Health fertility and family planning.

• Adoption Assistance.

• Autism Benefit.

• Employee Assistance Plan including up to 10 free counseling sessions.

• Healthy You Incentives wellness rewards program.

• Doctor on Demand virtual doctor visits.

• Bright Horizons child and elder care services.

• Teladoc Medical Experts second opinion program.

• And more!

Learn More & Apply Now!

Do you want to be a part of something bigger A team whose impact stretches across the world and even beyond At Collins Aerospace our Mission Systems team helps civilian military and government customers complete their most complex missions whatever and wherever they may be. Our customers depend on us for intelligent and secure communications missionized systems for specialized aircraft and spacecraft and collaborative space solutions. By joining our team youll have your own critical part to play in ensuring our customer succeeds today while anticipating their needs for tomorrow. Are you up for the challenge Join our mission today.

WE ARE REDEFINING AEROSPACE.

* Please consider the following role type definitions as you apply for this role.

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.

Regardless of your role type collaboration and innovation are critical to our business and all employees will have access to digital tools so they can work with colleagues around the world and access to Collins sites when their work requires in-person meetings.

At Collins the paths we pave together lead to limitless possibility. And the bonds we form with our customers and with each other -- propel us all higher again and again.

Apply now and be part of the team thats redefining aerospace every day.

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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.

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 companys 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. 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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