Principal Security Specialist - Tucson, AZ

RTX (Raytheon); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

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 in Tucson, AZ is seeking a Principal Security Specialist to support special programs security and operate onsite to administer procedures, manage classified materials, and ensure compliance with DoD directives.

Candidates must have a university degree with 5+ years of relevant experience (or an advanced degree with 3+ years), plus experience administering security procedures and with Microsoft products. RTX offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary range in US dollars.

Qualifications

• Typically requires a university degree or equivalent with 5+ years of relevant experience, or an advanced degree with 3+ years.
• Experience administering security procedures.
• Experience with Microsoft Products.

Responsibilities

• Administering security procedures in classified environments.
• Implement SOPs and OPSEC plans using risk guidelines.
• Oversee transmission of classified or proprietary material.
• Conduct internal reviews and government inspections.
• Investigate security infractions and report risks.

Skills

Security procedures

Microsoft Office

Education

University degree or equivalent

Advanced degree in related field

Tools

DCSA/CDSE training

Job description

Position and Eligibility

Date Posted: 2026-09-17

Country: United States of America

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-842 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 842

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 Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

Special Programs Security Professionals work with customers and the government on security requirements for proprietary programs as well as providing guidance and support to employees working on such activities, helping them stay abreast of changes and updates in requirements. As the Principal Security Specialist, you will perform a wide variety of tasks as part of the Special Programs Security team.

What You Will Do

• Administering the security procedures (NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07, Intelligence Community Directive (ICD) 705, and JSIG), as they relate to operating in a classified environment for: personnel processing, media control, marking and control of documents / materials, security education, visitor control, destruction of classified materials.
• Implement local Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Operations Security (OPSEC) Plans, and proprietary test plans utilizing risk management guidelines.
• Oversee specialized procedures for the transmission of classified and/or proprietary material/information.
• Conduct and/or participate in internal reviews and/or Government inspections.
• Investigate security infractions/violations and prepare reports specifying the potential for loss or compromise and the associated risk to the program(s).
• This position may require travel on company business and program support after normal business hours.

Qualifications You Must Have

• 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 Administering security procedures
• Experience with Microsoft Products

Qualifications We Prefer

• Previous experience as a security professional supporting SAP and/or SCI programs.
• Related training with Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) including.
• Have a TS clearance or be able to obtain one

What We Offer

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.

This position is not eligible for relocation

The salary range for this role is 86,800 USD - 165,200 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 r