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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Security Engineering Section Lead (M4) (Onsite) - **Company:** RTX - **Location:** Tewksbury, MA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $107,500.0 - $204,500.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Databases, Subsystems, System Testing, SC Clearance - **Published:** July 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://globalhr.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/REC_RTX_Ext_Gateway/job/US-MA-TEWKSBURY-TB1--50-Apple-Hill-Dr--ASSABET-BLDG/Systems-Security-Engineering-Section-Lead--M4---Onsite-_01857033 ## About the Role 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, Typically requires 8+ years of progressive technical experience in Systems Engineering, including areas such as requirements analysis, system test, engineering studies, cybersecurity engineering, or capability integration Bachelor's degree in STEM with 8 years of relevant experience, OR an advanced degree with 5+ years, OR 12+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree Active and transferable Secret clearance required prior to start; U.S. citizenship required Experience in System Security Engineering and/or Cybersecurity Engineering Experience working with the NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF) Qualifications We Prefer Demonstrated experience managing, developing, and motivating engineering teams Hands-on experience designing, developing, and fielding SSE systems Experience driving SSE implementation and business growth across full system lifecycles Experience defining solutions that meet rigorous system security requirements Experience supporting U.S. Government contract proposals as an Information Assurance subject-matter expert Familiarity with systems engineering processes and artifacts (A/B analyses, ConOps, architectures, SEMP, etc.) At least 2 years within RMD, with strong knowledge of the matrix organization and RMD processes (EVMS, EAC, Agile, proposal development, etc.) Please 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. Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role. Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility. Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one work area. Typically has broad knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization. Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 5 years experience Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations. As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select 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. ## Description Invest in the continuous growth of our engineers: deliver thoughtful performance feedback, guide career planning, and cultivate a strong internal pipeline of future technical leaders Translate business strategy into actionable direction for the section and communicate insights upward to department and directorate leaders Lead workforce planning to ensure programs have the right talent at the right time Manage tasking and ensure section members are positioned for both success and development Drive hiring excellence: shape requisitions, review resumes, interview candidates, participate in hiring events, make selection decisions, and lead onboarding Partner with HR to navigate and resolve personnel matters Collaborate closely with Program Managers, CAMs, and IPTLs to align technical execution with business objectives Engage directly with customers to define SSE requirements, evaluate solutions and trade studies, and communicate cost, system impacts, and security effectiveness Lead planning, estimating, execution oversight, project tracking, reporting, and risk mitigation Ensure robust compliance with NIST RMF controls and champion best-in-class security engineering practices Provide architecture expertise and guidance to programs on SSE approaches and challenges Support high-visibility bids and proposals that shape future business Guide the definition, planning, and testing of security controls across networks, databases, OSs, hardware, and software components Integrate SSE development activities seamlessly across the system lifecycle Flow down top-level security requirements to subsystems and guide implementation concepts Navigate and uphold DoD technology release and export licensing requirements ## Related Videos - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [10M Data Records Lost, Underwater Computing, and Psychedelic Fish - Matthias Geniar](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1908-10m-data-records-lost-underwater-computing-and-psychedelic-fish-matthias-geniar) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Develop on Windows, Deploy on Red Hat Enterprise Linux](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1600-develop-on-windows-deploy-on-red-hat-enterprise-linux) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [How Much Does a Software Engineer Make? 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