Principal Program Security Specialist- El Segundo, CA

globalhr; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Job summary

RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, seeks a Principal Program Specialist, Security to develop, administer and maintain security policies to ensure NISPOM compliance in a fast-paced environment. This is a U.S.-based, on-site role in El Segundo, CA.

You will participate in multiple security programs, coordinate with program management, conduct briefings, and liaise with government agencies to uphold contract security standards. Active Top Secret clearance required.

Qualifications

• Active TS clearance required before start date.
• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience; advanced degree with 3+ years acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the administration and coordination of multiple security programs/activities to ensure compliance with government and company security policies and procedures.
• Identifies program issues and implements corrective actions to identified security problems as directed.
• Conducts security briefings and maintains security education programs.
• Works closely with Program Management to identify security requirements and vulnerabilities.
• Reviews security program requirements for efficiency and standardization.
• Acts as a liaison with government agencies / organizations to ensure contract security compliance.

Skills

Top Secret clearance

Security policy compliance

Risk assessment

Security training

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

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.

The Principal Program Specialist, Security will help develop, administer, and maintain the program’s security policies and procedures in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment to ensure compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM).

What You Will Do

• Participates in the administration and coordination of multiple security programs/activities to ensure compliance with government and company security policies and procedures.
• Identifies program issues and implements corrective actions to identified security problems as directed.
• Conducts security briefings and maintains security education programs.
• Works closely with Program Management to identify security requirements and vulnerabilities.
• Reviews security program requirements for efficiency and standardization.
• Acts as a liaison with government agencies / organizations to ensure contract security compliance.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Active and transferable U.S. government issued Top Secret security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
• Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior
• relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field andminimum 3 years experience
• Experience with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Previous experience as a security professional supporting in an Industrial Security role
• Experience with NISPOM and SEAD3
• Completed related training and/or certification with DCSA and/or CDSE

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

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 95,500 USD - 181,700 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 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.