Security Specialist - Sterling, VA

Date Posted:
2025-12-01
Country:
United States of America
Location:
VA542: 22260 Pacific Blvd, Dulles 22260 Pacific Boulevard Building CC4, Sterling, VA, 20166-6916 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:
DoD Clearance: Top Secret

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

You will serve as Security Specialist; you will serve as the primary point of contact and advisor to program personnel. Acting as the security authority, you will provide strategic and tactical oversight of program security operations while ensuring full compliance with U.S. Government and Department of Defense (DoD) security requirements. You will be the face of Industrial Security for assigned programs, directly interfacing with program personnel daily to align security objectives with mission success.

This position reports directly to the Facility Security Officer (FSO) and functionally aligns to the Raytheon GSS Industrial Security Center of Excellence. The ideal candidate is a self-driven professional who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and has demonstrated expertise in industrial. You must have a demonstrated ability to analyze complex requirements, provide practical compliance solutions, and influence cross-functional teams.

What You Will Do

• Ensure compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule), DD Form 254 contract security requirements, and related directives across multiple programs.
• Participate in both internal Raytheon and customer-based security inspections, audits, and self-assessments.
• Perform physical security reviews of secure areas to ensure compliance with all government requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and review security documentation to include Standard Practices and Procedures in support of DoD classified operations.
• Support document control functions as they relate to media control, accountability, classification marking, storage, and outgoing/incoming classified shipments.
• Support the Security Awareness Training and Education program with development, implementation of security related training and events.
• Assist with visitor management system through use of internal Raytheon databases along with the processing of visits within the Defense Industrial Security System.
• Perform duties as the Top-Secret Control Officer with oversight of all Top-Secret material stored on site.
• Assist in COMSEC accountability, safeguarding, and processing of material. Investigate security infractions/violations, prepare reports specifying the potential for loss or compromise, and provide associated corrective actions.
• Respond to alarm activations, investigate to ascertain status of area, and work to ensure area remains in compliance.
• Collaborate with and assist the ISSO/ISSM on implementation of information assurance requirements and approved sanitization procedures for hardware and test equipment.
• Other duties may be added as needed to support program execution.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Typically requires a A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field.
• 2 years' experience working in Industrial Security, Information Assurance/Cyber, Special Programs, security management, military, or government information security programs
• Experience implementing 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM).

Qualifications We Prefer

• Familiar with all, Expert in some:
• Completed related training and/or certification with CDSE courses with emphasis on the FSO core curriculum courses to support DoD
• Experience conducting investigations of security incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to mitigate future risk.
• Previous experience supporting a COMSEC account and execution of the account.
• Develop and deliver engaging security education and awareness briefings.

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• This position is not eligible for Relocation

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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.

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 72,000 USD - 144,000 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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