Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Aurora, CO

Job description

**Date Posted:**

2025-09-15
**Country:**

United States of America
**Location:**

CO102: 16800 E Centretech Pkwy,Aurora 16800 East Centretech Pkwy Building S75, Aurora, CO, 80011 USA
**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:**

TS/SCI with Polygraph

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.

Our cybersecurity team is seeking a **Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)** to support our team **100% onsite** at our facility in **Aurora, Colorado.** The ISSO is responsible for the implementation of the cybersecurity requirements as stipulated by various USG requirements documents including (but not limited to): ICD 503 RMF, NIST, and associated NIST documents.

**What You Will Do**

+ Cybersecurity sustainment activities (hardware change administration, software change administration, account overseeing, media protection, user interface, file transfers, etc.)
+ Development of Assessment and Authorization (A&A) artifacts (SSPs, SCTM, System Profiles, POA&M, testing documentation, etc.)
+ Information System Self Inspections, Auditing, and Continuous Monitoring.
+ Interfacing with Internal/External Customers: Customer Representatives, Program Managers/Directors, IT, etc.
+ Cybersecurity Training and Awareness, Incident Response Investigations.
+ Development, Maintenance, and Implementation of internal and customer compliant cybersecurity policies and procedures.
+ The ideal candidate possesses meaningful written and oral communications skills, technical knowledge, exemplary customer service skills, thorough time administration skills, the ability to creatively find solutions to complex challenges, and the ability to multi-task and thrive in a fast paced environment.
+ This position will report directly to the Aurora Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) for Raytheon.
+ Travel to other locations as required up to 10% of work schedule.

**Qualifications You Must Have**

+ Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years’ experience.
+ A minimum of 5+ years of experience supporting various computer hardware platforms and multiple operating systems, both stand alone and LAN/WAN configurations
+ Current IAM Level I certification
+ DoD 8140.03 Compliant Professional Certification (e.g. Security+, SSCP, CISSP, CISM, GSLC, etc.)

+ Relevant Experience Considered in any combination:
+ Cybersecurity, systems security or hardening
+ Information Technology
+ Experience with SCI Programs A&A documentation and processes
+ Experience working with and/or supporting computer technologies (such as: databases, operating systems, computer network hardware, software programs, hardware troubleshooting or electronics)
+ Experience with operating systems security features and settings (e.g. Windows, UNIX, and Linux)

**Qualifications We Prefer**

+ Experience with various information system security assessment/hardening resources – NESSUS, SCAP Compliance Checker, Retina, etc.
+ Working knowledge of Wide-Area and Local Area Networks (WAN/LAN), to include Cisco-based routers switches, and firewalls.
+ Prior ISSO/IAO experience.

**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.

Relocation Non-Eligible – Relocation assistance not available

**Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:**

+ Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite.

This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

We are RTX (https://www.youtube.com/@RTXCorporation)

#LI-Onsite

The salary range for this role is 82,000 USD - 164,000 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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Raytheon Technologies is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

Required Skill Profession

Other General