Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - Tucson, AZ

RTX (Raytheon); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

RTX is seeking an experienced security compliance professional to lead system compliance, auditing, and security plan development at our Tucson site. The role emphasizes delivering information systems security education and awareness to programs and government partners.

You will investigate information system security violations, prepare corrective action reports, and support security sustainment activities across hardware and software changes, access control, and media protection.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Relevant Experience Considered in any combination: Cybersecurity, systems security or hardening
• Information Technology
• Compliance-based auditing using the RMF, DAAPM, JSIG, NISPOM, and/or non-defense regulations such as PCI, ISO 9001 Quality Management standards, or HIPPA
• Experience working with and/or supporting computer technologies (databases, operating systems, computer network hardware, software programs, hardware troubleshooting or electronics)
• Physical security/security, policework/criminal justice, investigations, or Border Patrol
• Project or program management, office management, senior administration, or account management

Responsibilities

• You will be primarily responsible for system compliance, auditing, security plan development and delivering information systems security education and awareness.
• You will also assist in investigating information system security violations and help prepare reports specifying corrective and preventative actions.
• The position routinely collaborates with the facility security team, program personnel, and government representatives.
• Security sustainment activities (hardware change management, software change management, account management, media protection, user interface, file transfers, etc.)

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Technology

Auditing

Education

University Degree

Advanced Degree in related field

Tools

RMF

DAAPM

JSIG

NISPOM

PCI

ISO 9001

HIPPA

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-14

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-M05 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG M05 (External Site)

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: Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world 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.

What You Will Do

• You will be primarily responsible for system compliance, auditing, security plan development and delivering information systems security education and awareness.
• You will also assist in investigating information system security violations and help prepare reports specifying corrective and preventative actions.
• The position routinely collaborates with the facility security team, program personnel, and government representatives.
• Security sustainment activities (hardware change management, software change management, account management, media protection, user interface, file transfers, etc.)

Important note: Within six months of hire date, you must obtain and maintain a Security professional certification commensurate with IAM Level I certification (Security+ or other), if you do not already have this certification.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Relevant Experience Considered in any combination: Cybersecurity, systems security or hardening
• Information Technology
• Compliance-based auditing using the Risk Management Framework (RMF), DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG), National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), and/or non-defense regulations such as FAA, Payment Card Industry (PCI), ISO 9001 Quality Management standards, or HIPPA
• Experience working with and/or supporting computer technologies (such as: databases, operating systems, computer network hardware, software programs, hardware troubleshooting or electronics)
• Physical security/security, policework/criminal justice, investigations, or Border Patrol
• Project or program management, office management, senior administration, or account management

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience working in DoD classified operating and/or laboratory environments
• Familiarity with cybersecurity Risk Management Framework (RMF) and compliance as stipulated by NISPOM/DAAPM, JSIG, ICD 503, STIGs and associated NIST publications
• Experience with audit reviews such as physical security, network and system event logs, password administration, file access privileges, etc.
• Familiarity with the execution and management of cyber incident response; preservation, containment, and eradication
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Self-motivated and possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills, particularly in documenting evaluation results
• Customer focused, adaptable and willing to work varying assignments
• Completion of National Industrial Security Program cybersecurity training courses available at https://cdse.usalearning.gov/login/index.php

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.

Relocation Non-Eligible - Relocation assistance not available

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

We are RTX