Principal Program Security Specialist- El Segundo, CA

RTX (Raytheon); 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

Paid time off

Job summary

RTX in El Segundo, CA is seeking a security professional to administer and coordinate multiple security programs on site, ensuring compliance with government policies and company procedures.

The role requires an active Top Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, a university degree with 3–5 years related experience (or an advanced degree with 3+ years), and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship required.
• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent experience plus 5 years.
• Advanced degree in a related field with 3 years experience acceptable.
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Administer and coordinate security programs to ensure compliance.
• Identify issues and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct security briefings and education programs.
• Liaise with government agencies to ensure contract security.
• Review security requirements for efficiency and standardization.

Skills

Security administration

Compliance management

Security briefings

Government liaison

Risk assessment

Education

University degree or equivalent

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-07

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CA-EL SEGUNDO-E07 ~ 2012 E El Segundo Blvd ~ BLDG E07

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: Top Secret

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.

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 and minimum 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
• Innovation

This position is not eligible for Relocation assistance.

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.

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 u