Summer 2024, Intern: Cybersecurity Engineering (Remote)

Date Posted:

2024-04-17

Country:

United States of America

Location:

TX234: Richardson 1717 CityLine 1717 East CityLine Drive Building C17, Richardson, TX, 75082 USA

Position Role Type:

Remote

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services team

RTX is looking for a Summer Intern for our Operational Technology Security Solutions (OTSS) team. The ideal candidate will be familiar with strategic roadmaps and requirements for technology implementations. This individual should have basic understanding of IT and OT cybersecurity operations, practices, and regulations. The ideal candidate will be able to help focus OTSS efforts to achieve maximum impact while further enabling the adoption of the OTSS strategic vision.

Primary Responsibilities:

Learn about RTX cybersecurity capabilities.

Support deployment of new cybersecurity and overall process improvements.

Assist in the development, review, and enforcement of RTX cybersecurity policies and procedures.

Gain familiarity with the information security compliance framework and specific controls and how they apply to a cloud environment.

Gain understanding of how the audit process works including evidence gathering, audit meetings and follow-ups.

Required Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a college program with a focus on computer science, engineering, cybersecurity, information security, or a related field.

Basic knowledge of basic cybersecurity principles and cloud concepts (e.g., Azure/AWS).

Familiarity with common security tools and technologies.

Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Basic knowledge of networking protocols and technologies.

Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001).

Relevant certifications (e.g., Security Plus, CISSP, Cloud related certs,) a plus.

Education: Candidates must be enrolled in a Bachelors degree program in the field of computer science, engineering, data science/mathematics, cybersecurity, information security, or related field. Please upload unofficial transcript with your application

Work Authorization Status:

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

The salary range for this role is 37,000 USD - 82,000 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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Raytheon Technologies 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.