Senior Information System Security Officer (ISSO) - McKinney, TX

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McKinney, TX, USA
In-Office
87K-165K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Defense
The future of aerospace and defense
The Role
Ensures classified information systems comply with cybersecurity policies, NIST standards, NISPOM, DAAPM, and JSIG requirements. Responsibilities include compliance monitoring, audits, security plan development, security awareness training, violation investigations, configuration management reviews, technical assessments, cybersecurity process integration, documentation, and incident response support. The role is fully onsite in McKinney, Texas and requires an active Secret clearance and U.S. citizenship.
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Date Posted:

2026-08-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-MCKINNEY-513WC ~ 2501 W University Dr ~ WING C BLDG

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:

Secret - Current

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.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Our cybersecurity team is seeking a Senior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) to support our team 100% onsite at our facility in McKinney, Texas. The successful candidate will interface with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to ensure adherence with NIST Special Publications, customer directives, and company policies as applicable all NISPOM Chapter 8, DAAPM, JSIG policies.

What You Will Do

  • Assessing and monitoring system compliance, auditing, security plan development and delivering information systems security education and awareness.

  • Investigating information system security violations and help prepare reports specifying corrective and preventative actions.

  • Reviewing and approving (within authority) configuration management requests.

  • Conducting technical and administrative assessments.

  • Integrating new cybersecurity processes, procedures, and tools.

  • Support the creation, review and update of cybersecurity documentation and other technical writing.

Important note: Within six months of hire date, you must obtain and maintain a Security professional certification commensurate with IAM Level I certification (Security+ or other), if you do not already have this certification.

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.

  • Relevant Experience Considered in any combination:

    • Cybersecurity, systems security or hardening

    • Information Technology

    • Compliance-based auditing using the Risk Management Framework (RMF), DCSA Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), Joint SAP Implementation Guide (JSIG), National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), and/or non-defense regulations such as FAA, Payment Card Industry (PCI), ISO 9001 Quality Management standards, or HIPPA

    • Experience working with and/or supporting computer technologies (such as: databases, operating systems, computer network hardware, software programs, hardware troubleshooting or electronics)

    • Physical security/security, policework/criminal justice, investigations, or Border Patrol

    • Project or program management, office management, senior administration, or account management

Qualifications We Prefer

  • Experience working in DoD classified operating and/or laboratory environments.

  • Experience with various information system security tools that address vulnerability analysis and mitigation.  These may include Splunk, Forcepoint, Ivanti, Tenable, ACAS, HBSS, etc.

  • Familiarity with implementation of Government directives and policies derived from NIST, CNSSI, DoD, or other Government Regulatory compliance standards within a professional industry.

  • Experience in the execution of the Assessment & Authorization processes, as defined within the Risk Managed Framework (RMF).

  • Experience providing technical security consultation for complex, cross-domain, heterogeneous classified networked environments in collaboration with internal/external Customers, Information Technology (IT).

  • Familiarity with large multi-facility networks including various complex components, including Windows and Linux environments.

  • Experience interpreting, implementing, and assessing DISA STIGs.

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

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

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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

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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

  • University degree or equivalent experience, plus at least 5 years of relevant experience; alternatively, an advanced degree and at least 3 years of experience
  • Relevant experience in cybersecurity, systems security, system hardening, or information technology
  • Experience with compliance-based auditing using RMF, DAAPM, JSIG, NISPOM, or other listed regulatory standards
  • Experience supporting computer technologies, including databases, operating systems, network hardware, software, hardware troubleshooting, or electronics
  • Within six months of hire, obtain and maintain an IAM Level I-equivalent security certification such as Security+, if not already certified
  • U.S. citizenship and an active, transferable U.S. government-issued Secret security clearance before the start date
  • Experience in DoD classified operating or laboratory environments
  • Experience with vulnerability analysis and mitigation tools such as Splunk, Forcepoint, Ivanti, Tenable, ACAS, or HBSS
  • Familiarity with NIST, CNSSI, DoD, and other government cybersecurity compliance directives
  • Experience executing Assessment and Authorization processes under the Risk Management Framework
  • Experience providing technical security consultation for complex classified network environments
  • Familiarity with large multi-facility networks and Windows and Linux environments
  • Experience interpreting, implementing, and assessing DISA STIGs
  • Familiarity with cyber incident response, including preservation, containment, and eradication

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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