Cyber Security Engineer III
Textron
About the role
Cyber Security Engineer III
Description
Who We Are
We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems. We are a part of Textron Inc, one of the world’s leading multi‑industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E‑Z‑GO and many more.
We've been in the industry for more than 50 years and embraced the unique capabilities that come with being a mid‑sized player. We bring the agility of a small business to meet our customers' most urgent requirements and empower our team members to push past possible. We can scale quickly to solve the big problems, working across functions, sites, and business lines to make it happen. We’re comprised of 7 domains specializing in Air, Sea, Land, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations.
This role is in Textron System’s Air Land and Sea business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & HoweandHowe.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:
- Lead certification and accreditation process for Textron Unmanned Aircraft Systems products in accordance with DoDI 8510.0, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and other cyber security related requirements.
- Support the utilization of vulnerability scan tools, conduct in‑depth analysis of the results against Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), develop remediation and mitigation plans, and create packages for the implementation of those plans.
- Build and manage relationships with internal customers for successful execution of plans. Generation of reports and deliverables directly provided to internal and external customers. Develop, maintain and track security plan documentation required for accreditation events.
- Support responses to emergency requests and security bulletins. Coordinate with the engineering disciplines to ensure issues affecting the product overall security are addressed appropriately and seamlessly within the development life‑cycle processes.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a Cyber Security Product Lead at internal and external program level meetings and communicate best security practices in an effective and clear manner to ensure compliance of our products.
- Interface with customers (Internal and External) directly and effectively to represent Textron Systems’ ability to meet and surpass customer expectations.
- Provide support at Army Interoperability Certification (AIC), ACA/SCA, FISMA and POA&M events.
- Identify and lead Cyber Security improvement initiatives such as process, procedures, and education.
- Prepare and present cyber security work products to internal review teams and external customers at program milestone reviews.
- Generate Statements of Work and monitor outside contractor performance.
- Generate solid Basis of Estimates and manage Earned Value for design/development cost accounts as Control Account Manager.
- Provide technical direction and approve cyber security work products of junior staff.
- Ability to interact daily with program managers, planners, and technicians.
- Drive tasks to completion independently.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree is required in Computer Science, or other Engineering or Technical discipline with 5 years related experience.
- Active Secret clearance preferred, or ability to obtain/maintain US Government security clearance.
- High level understanding of operating system security settings, configuration, and policies (Windows, Red Hat and/or other Linux) virtual environments, and/or scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.).
- Able to work in team environments and independently.
- Significant familiarity and practical experience with Risk Management Framework.
- Experience with STIG application, testing, and compliance.
- Experience writing and/or assisting with security authorization documentation and certification procedures.
- Experience supporting FISMA audits and Assessment events.
- Experience using Nessus, ACAS, NMAP, DISA STIGS, SCAP, IAVAs.
- Excellent written and communication skills.
- Ability to write procedures and other informative correspondence.
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret security regulations.
- Good analytical and problem‑solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve information security issues.
- Minimum of DoD 8570.01‑M IAT Level II (e.g. Security ) is required with the ability to obtain IATIAM III certification (e.g. CISSP) within 8 months.
How We Care
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Education Assistance
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
- Paid Parental Leave
Are you a Military Veteran?
Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.
Compensation
Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work.
Pay range: $110,500 – $167,900 per year.
EEO Statement
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company
Textron Systems
Primary Location
US‑Maryland‑Hunt Valley
Job Function
Engineering
Schedule
Full‑time
Job Level
Individual Contributor
Job Type
Experienced
Shift
First Shift
Travel
Yes, 5 % of the Time
Job Posting
03/31/2026, 12:05:41 PM
Job Number
340832
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree is required in Computer Science, or other Engineering or Technical discipline with 5 years related experience
- Active Secret clearance preferred, or ability to obtain/maintain US Government security clearance
- High level understanding of operating system security settings, configuration, and policies (Windows, Red Hat and/or other Linux) virtual environments, and/or scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, Bash, etc.)
- Able to work in team environments and independently
- Significant familiarity and practical experience with Risk Management Framework
- Experience with STIG application, testing, and compliance
- Experience writing and/or assisting with security authorization documentation and certification procedures
- Experience supporting FISMA audits and Assessment events
- Experience using Nessus, ACAS, NMAP, DISA STIGS, SCAP, IAVAs
- Excellent written and communication skills
- Ability to write procedures and other informative correspondence
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret security regulations
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve information security issues
- Minimum of DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II (e.g. Security ) is required with the ability to obtain IATIAM III certification (e.g. CISSP) within 8 months
Responsibilities
- Serve as a Cyber Security Product Lead at internal and external program level meetings and communicate best security practices in an effective and clear manner to ensure compliance of our products.
- Interface with customers (Internal and External) directly and effectively to represent Textron Systems’ ability to meet and surpass customer expectations.
- Provide support at Army Interoperability Certification (AIC), ACA/SCA, FISMA and POA&M events.
- Identify and lead Cyber Security improvement initiatives such as process, procedures, and education.
- Prepare and present cyber security work products to internal review teams and external customers at program milestone reviews.
- Generate Statements of Work and monitor outside contractor performance.
- Generate solid Basis of Estimates and manage Earned Value for design/development cost accounts as Control Account Manager.
- Provide technical direction and approve cyber security work products of junior staff.
- Ability to interact daily with program managers, planners, and technicians.
- Drive tasks to completion independently.
Benefits
Skills
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