Principal Cyber Defense Analyst

Date Posted:

2026-01-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-AZ-TUCSON-808 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 808

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:

Ability to obtain INTERIM U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. 

The Raytheon Solutions Design & Integration (SDI) team is seeking Principal Cyber Defense Analyst to be a member of the Systems Management & Security (SMS) team.  This 100% onsite position can be based in Tucson AZ, Andover MA, Tewksbury MA, Woburn MA, Marlborough MA, Portsmouth RI, or Richardson TX locations.

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, and optimize advanced security tools, systems, and policies to enhance network monitoring, data segmentation, access control, encryption, and secure data transfer, leveraging innovative technologies and best practices.
• Perform and sustain cybersecurity operations, focusing on managing, optimizing, and securing networks and enclaves through advanced security mechanisms and toolsets.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and root cause analyses to identify security gaps, implement remediation strategies, and continuously enhance security tools, configurations, and documentation.
• Evaluate and refine system security configurations to align with and exceed modern IT security standards, including the Risk Management Framework (RMF) and NIST 800-53 security controls.
• This position is an100% ONSITE role that can be in Tucson AZ, Andover MA, Tewksbury MA, Woburn MA, Marlborough MA, Portsmouth RI, or Richardson TX
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Establish functional and technical specifications, define input/output parameters, and ensure comprehensive integration of systems or subsystems.
• Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues, leveraging advanced tools and methodologies to ensure system reliability.
• Identify and implement opportunities within existing technologies to enhance efficiency, scalability, and performance.
• Assist in the assessment, maintenance, and reporting of system security configurations, ensuring alignment with security standards and best practices.
• Obtain Department of Defense Directive (DoD) 8140 Level II Certification within 6 months of the start date (required).
• Travel up to 5% to support project requirements or collaboration with teams.
• Must be able to obtain an Interim clearance before we set a start date. 

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience.
• Must be able to obtain a maintain a U.S. government-issued secret security clearance. Must be able to obtain an Interim clearance before we set a start date.  U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Experience in automation and scripting for system deployment (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash).
• Experience with system hardening techniques and best practices to enhance security.
• Experience with Windows or Red Hat client server environments, including server replication methods and configuration.
• Experience with application installation, configuration, and deployment in multi-server environments.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with Group Policy, cybersecurity best practices, and networking concepts.
•  VMware products (e.g., VDI Horizon, ESXi) and Windows hardening techniques.
• Experience with DevOps tools (e.g., Git, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform) and scripting languages (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, Python).
• Familiarity with cloud computing architectures and security.

Relocation eligible

What We Offer:

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

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.

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 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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