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Summer 2025, Intern: Cyber Defense (Remote)

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RTX

Summer 2025, Intern: Cyber Defense (Remote)

Remote

Date Posted:
2024-10-17
Country:
United States of America
Location:
RFL99: RTN Remote, Florida
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.

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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 Enterprise Services team:

RTX Cyber Defense team is looking for a candidate as Cyber Defense Intern. In this role the candidate will support the team in providing the full portfolio of Cyber Defense capabilities to RTX and assisting in the implementation of security measures to protect RTX computer systems, networks and data.

What You Will do

  • Draft communications to RTX organizations on behalf of Cyber Defense services
  • Conduct research to assist Cyber Defense Analysts in facilitating technical solutions
  • Utilize current technical knowledge to assist Cyber Defense Analysts with facilitating solutions or managing incidents related to threat exposure reduction and critical infrastructure protection
  • Act as a liaison between Cyber Defense operations and RTX on a variety of mission-critical activities
  • Work to improve communication, enhance overall cybersecurity posture, and work as a facilitator toward reduction of risk
  • Work with Cyber Defense Analysts to address, communicate, and resolve complex challenges affecting multiple sites, geographies, and products within RTX arising from cybersecurity risks and incidents
  • Assist in the analysis of software systems for vulnerabilities and risk
  • Participate in cross-functional RTX Technology and Security teams in resolution of crisis management events and risk mitigation activities
  • Document and support process improvement initiatives to increase integration between RTX, Cyber Defense, and Cybersecurity teams

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Candidates must be currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or a related field discipline with a focus on Cybersecurity. Please upload unofficial transcript with your application.
  • 1+ years of experience with Microsoft Office
  • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Knowledge in cybersecurity, risk assessment, technical assessment, compliance frameworks (NIST, CMMC)
  • Experience in incident response
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Must have initiative, be self-motivated; must be proactive and a self-starter
  • Must be able to work within a customer-facing role and be collaborative with multiple teams

Learn More & Apply Now!
Location:
This position is currently designated as remote. However, the successful candidate will be required to work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. Territories). Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

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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Job ID: Raytheon_Technologies_FGB-393884265
Employment Type: Intern

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Family Support Resources
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Internship Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Lunch and Learns