Date Posted:2026-01-21
Country:United States of America
Location:US-VA-DULLES-710 ~ 22110 Pacific Blvd ~ BLDG 10
Position Role Type:Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required
Security Clearance Status: Not Required
As a Cybersecurity Intern you will interface with the customers and team mates to evaluate system architecture and design, implement system requirements, and perform verification and validation tasks. Our program focuses on front end design and development as well as transitioning systems through integration and test to production. You will be working across other disciplines to include system architecture and design, infrastructure and platform, software development and testing and integration on an agile program. The ideal candidate will have a passion for assessing and creating high levels of cybersecurity attributes and will be involved in all stages of the software lifecycle.
What You Will Do:- Assist with monitoring security alerts and analyzing potential threats.
- Support vulnerability assessments and patch management activities.
- Help with documenting security procedures, incident reports, and compliance tasks.
- Participate in security audits, risk assessments, or awareness training.
- Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
- This position requires exclusive onsite presence.
What You Will Learn:- Collaborate with a dynamic group of engineers from a variety of disciplines
- Real world engineering experience will complement your education
Qualifications You Must Have:- Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and student must be pursuing a Bachelor's or advanced degree in an applicable discipline.
- The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.
Qualifications We Prefer:- Extracurricular involvement in school groups/clubs and/or the community
- 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher
- Security-related certifications in progress (e.g., CompTIA Security+, Network+, or similar).
- Experience with scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
- Understanding of basic cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).
- Strong communication skills including effective written, verbal, and listening skills
- Proven strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
- Security+ certification or training.
- Experience with Windows and/or Linux operating systems.
- Experience with cybersecurity concepts such as threats, vulnerabilities, access controls, security best practices, log analysis, and troubleshooting security issues.
- Experience with C++, C, Java, Python, Ada or related tools/languages.
Learn More and Apply Now!Collins Aerospace, a RTX company, is a leader in technologically advanced and intelligent solutions for the global aerospace and defense industry. Collins Aerospace has the capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solve customers' toughest challenges and to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving global market.
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, you'll 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.This position is eligible for relocation.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.
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 42,000 USD - 88,000 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 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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