Contractor SAP Security Officer (Onsite)

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East Hartford, CT, USA
In-Office
87K-165K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Defense
The future of aerospace and defense
The Role
Supports Pratt & Whitney’s Special Access Programs Security Office as an alternate Contractor SAP Security Officer. Responsibilities include implementing DoD SAP security requirements, developing security plans, delivering personnel security training, supporting compliance inspections and audits, and providing daily support to cleared employees. The role requires an active Secret clearance, U.S. citizenship, onsite work, and eligibility for Top Secret SAP/SCI access.
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Date Posted:

2026-09-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

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: Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1



At RTX, the world 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. 


Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

 

What You Will Do:

Support Pratt & Whitney’s Government Security Compliance department as an alternate Contractor SAP Security Officer (ACSSO) responsible for the implementation and oversight of a special access national security program.  Selected candidate will be assigned to the Special Access Programs Security Office. 

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the full scope implementation of Department of War Special Access Program Security Manual, company Standard Operating Procedures and additional contractual security requirements.  Complete duties as assigned by management to include but not limited to:
    • Apply the requirements of the SAP Security Manual across a portfolio of programs and facilities.
    • Collaborate with security and program management for the development, implementation and achievement of program unique security goals and requirements.
    • Develop and/or implement program specific security plans.
    • Provide PERSEC related initial, annual and program specific security training to the accessed employee community.
    • Assist in the completion of annual and event-based security compliance inspections and audits.
    • Provide daily in-person support to the accessed employee community.
       

Qualifications You Must Have

  • Advanced degree and 3+ years of Security, Military or Defense experience, or government regulated environment; OR Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate’s degree (or 2-year technical training) and 7+ years of relevant industry experience; We will also consider High School Diploma or specialized Technical or Military training and 9+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Experience must include 1+ years working directly in Industrial Security field.
  • Active US Government Security Clearance, SECRET level or higher.
  • Ability to obtain TOP SECRET clearance with SAP/SCI access.
  • Ability to meet enhanced security requirements to obtain and maintain access to Special Access Programs.

 

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Experience implementing the DoD SAP Security Manual
  • Familiarization with the ICD-705 Technical Specifications for SCIFs
  • Experience with DISS, NISS, SIMS, JADE, or similar databases
  • Working knowledge of DoD SAP and SCI programs to provide procedural and policy guidance
  • Intermediate proficiency in the Microsoft suite of products.

 

 

What is my Role Type?

In addition to transforming the future of flight, we are also transforming how and where we work. We’ve introduced role types to help you understand how you will operate in our blended work environment. This role is:

  • Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance workers, as they are essential to the development of our engines.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.



Learn more & apply today!

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 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 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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Skills Required

  • Advanced degree plus 3 or more years of security, military, defense, or government-regulated environment experience
  • Bachelor’s degree plus 5 or more years of relevant industry experience
  • Associate’s degree or two-year technical training plus 7 or more years of relevant industry experience
  • High school diploma or specialized technical or military training plus 9 or more years of relevant industry experience
  • At least 1 year of direct Industrial Security experience
  • Active U.S. government Secret-level or higher security clearance
  • Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance with SAP/SCI access
  • Ability to meet enhanced security requirements for Special Access Program access
  • Experience implementing the DoD SAP Security Manual
  • Familiarity with ICD-705 Technical Specifications for SCIFs
  • Experience with DISS, NISS, SIMS, JADE, or similar databases
  • Working knowledge of DoD SAP and SCI programs
  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office products

RTX Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about RTX and has not been reviewed or approved by RTX.

  • Retirement Support — 401(k) programs are described with employer matching and, in many cases, an additional company retirement contribution, with a student‑loan repayment feature that can substitute for the match in eligible situations. Plan materials also reference automatic enrollment and other structural supports that strengthen long‑term savings.
  • Healthcare Strength — Benefits materials highlight comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage alongside wellness tools and incentives. HSA‑eligible options with company contributions are also referenced on careers and benefits pages.
  • Parental & Family Support — Program descriptions point to paid parental leave, backup childcare resources, and family supports such as birth/adoption benefits and an Autism Benefit (availability varies by unit and location). Dependent and elder‑care resources are also noted.

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The Company
HQ: Arlington, VA
185,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2020

What We Do

With more than 185,000 global employees, RTX pushes the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges.

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