Assistant Contractor Special Security Officer (ACSSO) - McKinney, TX

RTX; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee assistance program

Scholar program

Job summary

RTX is seeking an Assistant Contractor Program Security Officer (ACPSO) to support Special Programs in McKinney, TX. The role requires obtaining and maintaining program access and extensive knowledge of DoD/NISPOM and ICD directives.

You will develop and implement security policies and training, and liaise with government customers in a fast-paced environment. The position emphasizes collaboration across management levels,, strong writing and communication skills, and the ability to multi-task

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience required.
• Advanced degree in related field preferred.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all program access.
• Prior CPSO experience is required.
• Experience with government guidance (NISPOM/DoD) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Understand and ensure compliance with DoD Manual 5205.07 Vols 1-4, 5220.22-M NISPOM and ICDs.
• Provide security guidance when CPSO is absent.
• Develop, approve and implement security policies and SOPs for the program.
• Create, update and administer security education and awareness.

Skills

CPSO experience

Security clearance eligibility

DoD/NISPOM knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Advanced degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-11-05 Country: United States of America Location: US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WH ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING H BLDG Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: TS/SCI Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Raytheon brings the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

This is a multi-faceted Assistant Contractor Program Security Officer (ACPSO) position, working in support of Special Programs. The candidate will help develop, administer, and maintain a comprehensive security program in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. This individual will be required to routinely interface with all levels of management and government customers. You must have excellent interpersonal, communication, computer, writing skills, and professional image along with refined teaming skills and understanding of team concepts. You must also be able to multi-task as you will be a self-starter who requires minimal supervision. You also must be detail oriented and have follow-through abilities when completing tasks. You also will be required to plan, schedule, and arrange activities in accomplishing objectives.

What You Will Do

• Must be able to understand, implement and ensure compliance with the DoD Manual 5205.07 Volumes 1-4, 5220.22-M NISPOM, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and related Industrial Security Guidance Manuals or Special Program Security directives
• Provide security guidance regarding program operations in the absence of the CPSO
• Help develop, obtain approval for, and implement security policies, procedures, and documentation specific to the program such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and addendums, Operation Security (OPSEC) Plans, Concept of Operations (CONOPs), etc.
• Help create, update and administer security education, training and awareness to include program indoctrinations and debriefings
• Conduct self-inspections and recommend / implement corrective actions
• Participate in Government Inspections, as well as help implement corrective actions
• Program Administrative work: personnel processing, visitor control, conducting program related investigations, TS Accountability, dispatching and receiving program documents/material and resolving other related program security issues.
• Maintain and leverage working relationships with internal and external customers, peers and senior management across multiple program sites and business units
• Assist in presentation preparation for program status and reviews (internal and external)
• Ensure compliance with applicable government and company regulations
• Help CPSO to manage special access program facility administration JAFAN 6/9, Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705 related to the physical security and construction requirements for SAPFs and SCIFs; submitting pre-construction and accreditation packages to include Fixed Facility Checklists (FFCs) and Tempest assessments.
• Ability to collaborate across multiple organization levels (i.e. Individual Contributors to Sr. Executives)
• Work extended hours, in a fast paced, deadline driven environment

Qualifications

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all access as required by the programs.
• Prior CPSO experience
• Experience with Microsoft Products
• Experience in the Special Program Environments and understanding of government guidance to include the NISPOM and DoD Volumes

What We Offer Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

This position is not eligible for Relocation assistance

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. 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 68,900 USD - 131,100 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.

• 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
• 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.

RTX 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, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 195,000 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, Virginia.