Senior Information Systems Security Officer

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, deter aggression, and create a safer, more secure world.

About the Role

Our cybersecurity team is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II to support our mission 100% onsite at our facility in Marlborough, Massachusetts. In this role, you will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on a broad range of cybersecurity topics, conducting recurring reviews on information systems in accordance with DoD Manuals, NIST Special Publications, customer directives, and company policies.

While you will not have direct reports, you will mentor a team of ISSOs to provide support and advice regarding day-to-day occurrences. You will be responsible for compliance oversight, assessment, and operations of systems under your purview, which may include a single large-scale program or multiple programs. Your work will involve reviewing and approving configuration management requests, conducting technical and administrative assessments, and integrating new cybersecurity processes, procedures, and tools. Additionally, you will support ISSOs and Cybersecurity Managers in creating and updating documentation, oversee the implementation of policies, and represent the cybersecurity organization to external counterparts. This role includes intermittent travel to other Raytheon locations (10-20%).

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. Please note that this position requires an active and transferable U.S. government-issued security clearance (Secret) on day one, and U.S. citizenship is mandatory.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted, though business necessity may alter this timeline. We encourage you to apply early.

Our Culture & Values

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX, we value Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation. We are committed to maintaining a secure and inclusive environment where diverse perspectives contribute to solving complex challenges.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with applicable federal laws.

Work location

Work model: On-site

207;209;211, Main Street, Marlborough, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01752, United States

Marlborough, Massachusetts

Key Responsibilities

check_circleConduct recurring cybersecurity reviews on information systems in accordance with DoD Manuals and NIST publications
check_circlePerform technical and administrative assessments of information systems
check_circleOversee ISSOs to ensure implementation of policies and procedures outlined in cybersecurity artifacts
check_circleProvide guidance and technical training to ISSOs across the organization
check_circleMentor a team of ISSOs to support day-to-day occurrences and issues
check_circleServe as a subject matter expert on a broad range of cybersecurity topics
check_circleRepresent the cybersecurity organization to external counterparts
check_circleSupport the creation, review, and update of cybersecurity documentation and technical writing
check_circleReview and approve configuration management requests within defined authority

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 8 years prior relevant experience, or Advanced Degree with minimum 5 years experience
verifiedIAM 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 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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In this Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II at RTX role, you will conduct recurring cybersecurity reviews on information systems in accordance with dod manuals and nist publications; perform technical and administrative assessments of information systems; oversee issos to ensure implementation of policies and procedures outlined in cybersecurity artifacts; and provide guidance and technical training to issos across the organization.

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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 8 years prior relevant experience, or Advanced Degree with minimum 5 years experience; and IAM Level I certification (Security+ or other).

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Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II at RTX is based in 207;209;211, Main Street, Marlborough, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01752, United States. This is a on-site role.

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RTX has listed this Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II role as on-site.

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Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II at RTX typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.

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Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II at RTX is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.

Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) II