Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)

Date Posted:
2026-02-11
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-MA-CAMBRIDGE-BBN04 ~ 10 & 50 Moulton St ~ MOULTON B4
Position Role Type:
Onsite
U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.Security Clearance Type:
DoD Clearance: TS/SCI
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

RTX Corporation 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 Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 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, VA.

RTX BBN has an immediate opening for an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO). The role of the ISSO is to bridge the gap between high level security policies/requirements and technical/operational implementation of those requirements. Candidates should have in-depth understanding of the cybersecurity policies and procedures for government information systems and sufficient technical knowledge and experience to implement them. The ISSO will work closely and effectively with the Information System Security Manager (ISSM)/ Information System Security Engineer (ISSE), System Administrators and users on all aspects of the development and implementation of programs throughout the lifecycle.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

The ISSO will assist the ISSM in providing oversight of the information systems, security control methods, mitigations, and tools throughout the system lifecycle in compliance with U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) security regulations and guidelines. The ISSO will participate in projects, guide internal customers, assist in developing and maintaining cross-security processes and standards, as well as provide training and guidance on tools and methods to other members of the team.

• Primarily responsible for system compliance, auditing, security plan development and delivering security education and awareness.

• Assist in investigating system security violations and help prepare reports to determine corrective and preventative actions.

• Routinely collaborates with the facility security team, program personnel, and government representatives.

• Perform security sustainment activities (hardware configuration control, software change requests, user account management, media protection, user interface, file transfers, etc.)

• Assist in overseeing and managing the patch management process and execution across all the site. Collaborate with other BBN facilities and RTX for alignment and sharing of best practices.

• Develop, update, and/or review RMF documentation to include the System Security Plan, Security Control Traceability Matrix, Plan of Action and Milestone , Risk Assessment Report (RAR), and Security Assessment Plan .

Qualifications You Must Have *

• Bachelor's Degree with 2 years of experience implementing a security program in a classified environment, or an advanced degree with 0-1 years experience working in Industrial Security, Information Assurance/Cyber, Special Programs, military or government information security programs. Five years of related experience in lieu of a degree with an Active and transferable

• Top Secret U.S. government security clearance is required prior to start date.

• Strong work ethic with the ability to work autonomously or in a team environment.

• This position is onsite at our Cambridge, MA Location, candidates must be available to work 40 hours per week on site.

• Compliance-based auditing using and knowledge of the RMF, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), DCSA Assessment and Authorization Guide (DAAG), Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG), Department of Defense Manuals, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) manuals.

• Certifications equivalent to or exceeding DoD 8570.01-M IAM Level I functional and baseline certification requirements. (Security + and in pursuit of IAM Level II).

• Knowledge and/or experience with STIGs, SCAP, Splunk or other system hardening and compliance, vulnerability assessment, and/or SIEM tools.

• United States citizenship is required. Must have eligibility to obtain Top Secret and additional clearances as required, willingness to obtain a TS/SCI CI Poly Clearances.

• 10% travel may be required

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience in the execution of the Assessment & Authorization processes, as defined within RMF.
• Experience with various security tools that address vulnerability analysis and mitigation.

• Experience working in DoD classified environment interpreting, implementing, and assessing requirements.

• Familiarity with the execution and management of cyber incident response; preservation, containment, and eradication.

• Desired certifications: Security +, CISM

What We Offer

Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Relocation Assistance available

This position is Onsite at our Cambridge, Mass headquarters

To help you achieve your goals, BBN will provide:

• A strong leadership team well-versed in government R&D.
• A collaborative and collegial environment to push state-of-the-art research.
• Business development, programmatic, contracting, finance, and HR support

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 75,800 USD - 144,200 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 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.

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