Principal Specialist, Security - Aurora, CO

Prattwhitney; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 87,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k) match

Flexible spending accounts

Flexible work schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Parental leave

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Principal Specialist, Security for Special Programs in Aurora, CO to lead a comprehensive security program in a fast-paced setting. You will implement DoD/NISPOM requirements, prepare SOPs, and ensure program security across multiple sites.

Role requires 5+ years of experience, DoD guidance expertise (NISPOM, ICDs), and strong collaboration with security leadership to enforce policies and drive improvements.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience with minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an advanced degree with a minimum of 3 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop, administer, and maintain a comprehensive security program in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Understand, implement, and ensure compliance with DoD 5205.07, NISPOM, ICDs and related guidance; develop SOPs and addendums.
• Advise on security policies, procedures, and documentation for the program; update security education and awareness.
• Administer indoctrinations, refresher briefings, debriefings, and program investigations; manage personnel processing and visitor control.
• Collaborate with ISSM/ISSO on JSIG requirements; participate in inspections and corrective actions.

Education

University Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-09-14 Country: United States of America Location: US-CO-AURORA-S75 ~ 16800 E Centretech Pkwy ~ BLDG S75 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.

This is a multi-faceted Principal Specialist, Security position working in support of Special Programs. This position will help develop, administer, and maintain a comprehensive security program in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. Not only are technical and managerial skills required, but also a diligent, confident and results oriented work ethic.

The duties include understanding, implementing and ensuring compliance with the DoD Manual 5205.07, 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. 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 Plans, Concept of Operations. Maintain and leverage working relationships with internal and external customers, peers and senior management across multiple program sites and business units. Conduct self-inspections and recommend/implement corrective actions. Oversee/Participate in Government Inspections, as well as implement corrective actions. Administer indoctrinations, refresher briefings and debriefings, and communicate security guidance to internal audiences. Update and administer security education, training, and awareness. Program administrative work: personnel processing, visitor control, conducting program related investigations, Top Secret accountability, dispatching and receiving program documents/material and resolving other related program security issues. Collaborate and assist the ISSM/ISSO on implementation of JSIG requirements. Other security related tasks as directed by the Security Manager.

Qualifications: You Must Have Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 3 years experience. Experience with all Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). We Prefer prior experience with DoD Program Security, specifically the SAPNP, JADE, and DISS. Experience in special program environments and understanding of government guidance to include the NISPOM and DoD 5205.07 Security Manual and related certification and training courses. Manage special access program facility administration. 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 and Tempest addendums. Previous experience as a security professional supporting SAP and/or SCI programs.

What We Offer

Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world.

• 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

At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

This position is not eligible for Relocation assistance

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.

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.

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.