Senior Information Systems Security Officer — Tewksbury

About RTX

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose to solve the world's most complex problems. With three market-leading businesses and world-class operations, we push the boundaries of known science to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings over 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet today's mission needs and stay ahead of tomorrow's threats. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world.

About the Role

Our cybersecurity team is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support our team 100% onsite at our facility in Tewksbury, Massachusetts. In this role, you will interface with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to ensure strict adherence to NIST Special Publications, customer directives, and company policies, including NISPOM Chapter 8, DAAPM, and JSIG standards. You will be instrumental in assessing and monitoring system compliance, conducting technical and administrative assessments, and integrating new cybersecurity processes and tools. Your work will directly contribute to the creation and maintenance of critical cybersecurity documentation and the delivery of security education and awareness across the organization.

Hiring Process & Application

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. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted, though business necessity may require adjustments to this timeline.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

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. We provide affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with federal regulations. Our values of Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation drive our actions and behaviors as we work toward a safer, more connected world.

Work location

Work model: On-site

1445, Main Street, Tewksbury, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01876, United States

Tewksbury, Massachusetts

Key Responsibilities

check_circleAssess and monitor system compliance, auditing, and security plan development
check_circleDeliver information systems security education and awareness programs
check_circleConduct technical and administrative security assessments
check_circleInvestigate information system security violations and prepare corrective action reports
check_circleReview and approve configuration management requests within authority
check_circleIntegrate new cybersecurity processes, procedures, and tools
check_circleSupport the creation, review, and update of cybersecurity documentation

Requirements

verifiedU.S. citizenship required
verifiedActive and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance (Secret) required on day 1
verifiedUniversity Degree or equivalent experience with minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or Advanced Degree with minimum 3 years experience
verifiedCurrent IAM Level I certification (Security+ or other)

Nice to Have

Experience working in DoD classified operating and/or laboratory environments. Experience with various information system security tools that address vulnerability analysis and mitigation (e.g., Splunk, Forcepoint, Ivanti, Tenable, ACAS, HBSS). Familiarity with implementation of Government directives and policies derived from NIST, CNSSI, DoD, or other Government Regulatory compliance standards. Experience in the execution of the Assessment & Authorization processes as defined within the Risk Managed Framework (RMF). Experience providing technical security consultation for complex, cross-domain, heterogeneous classified networked environments. Familiarity with large multi-facility networks including various complex components, including Windows and Linux environments. Experience interpreting, implementing, and assessing DISA STIGs. Familiarity with the execution and management of cyber incident response, including preservation, containment, and eradication.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMedical, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleLife insurancecheck_circleShort-term and long-term disability insurancecheck_circle401(k) with company matchFlexible spending accounts

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A Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) with Security Clearance at RTX is responsible for the following: Assess and monitor system compliance, auditing, and security plan development; Deliver information systems security education and awareness programs; Conduct technical and administrative security assessments; and Investigate information system security violations and prepare corrective action reports.

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RTX is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: U.S. citizenship required; Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance (Secret) required on day 1; University Degree or equivalent experience with minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or Advanced Degree with minimum 3 years experience; and Current IAM Level I certification (Security+ or other).

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Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) with Security Clearance at RTX is based in 1445, Main Street, Tewksbury, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01876, United States. This is a on-site role.

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RTX has listed this Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) with Security Clearance role as on-site.

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Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) with Security Clearance at RTX is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.

Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) with Security Clearance