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Pratt & Whitney is working to once again transform the future of flight—designing, building and servicing engines unlike any the world has ever seen. And because transformation begins from within, we’re seeking the people to drive it. So, calling all curious.

Come ready to explore and you’ll find a place where your talent takes flight—beyond the borders of title, a country or your comfort zone. Bring your passion and commitment and we’ll welcome you into a tight-knit team that takes our mission personally. Channel your drive to make a difference into shaping an organization and an industry that’s evolving fast to the future.

At Pratt & Whitney, the difference you make is on display every day. Just look up. Are you ready to go beyond?

What You Will Do:

Support Pratt & Whitney’s Government Security Compliance, North Berwick, ME as the Facility Security Officer (FSO)/Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) position critical to the continued success of Pratt & Whitney’s (P&W) military programs. The FSO/ISSO will ensure the cleared North Berwick, ME facility is meeting or exceeding all requirements set forth from the National Industrial Security Program (NISP), NISPOM, DAAPM, ICDs, and other governing regulations.

The person in this role will report directly to the Government Security Compliance (GSC) Associate Director, Corporate Facility Security Officer located in East Hartford, CT. Responsibilities of the FSO/ISSO will include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring the formulation, establishment and execution of local collateral security policy, procedures, protocols, and metrics pertinent to the facility consistent with NISP and Intelligence Community Directive requirements.

• Ensuring effective communications regarding security by interfacing/liaising with internal and external customers including Government Customers, Associate Contractors, Subcontractor, Current/Former employees, Internal P&W teams, and Senior leadership.

• Maintain classified holding records, CAGE code Facility Clearance, and change conditions

• Investigating security incidents and violations and prepare reports for submittal through the Associate Director, Corporate FSO to Cognizant Security Authority.

• Serve as the GSC Project Manager representative on select core projects/initiatives

• Initiate security program reviews to include Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) visits, Formal USG inspections and Self-inspections.

• Provide GSC guidance to company personnel

• Serve as a member on the Insider Threat Management Council, and provide leadership / direction on Insider Threat Program activities

• Serve as the North Berwick, ME liaison with the Corporate Insider Threat Program Senior Official (ITPSO)

• Working in close collaboration with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) located in East Hartford, CT to monitor, analyze, document, and report user activity in accordance with policies and procedures to ensure the appropriate operational security posture is maintained for an information system;

• Processing user account requests by verifying and documenting requisite security clearances, authorization, and need-to-know and instructing users of their security responsibilities before granting access to the information system;

• Ensuring audit records are collected, analyzed, and documented in accordance with system security authorization packages, informing the ISSM of any anomalies discovered during the review and analysis;

• Developing and maintaining a working knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures required to monitor and report on the security aspects of an information system;

• Recognize possible security violations or incidents, reporting them to the ISSM as soon as possible, to include those reported by a third party, and supporting any required incident response activities as directed;

• Attend required technical and security training (e.g., operating system, networking, security management) relative to assigned duties to establish detailed knowledge and expertise required to manage the security aspects of an information system

• Other duties as directed by the Corporate FSO

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Associate’s degree and 7+ years of experience in Cybersecurity, Information Systems or Technology field; OR Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Advanced degree and 3+ years of relevant industry experience.  We will also consider high school diploma, technical or military training, or recognized industry certifications in combination with 9+ years or relevant industry experience.  

• 1+ years of hands-on experience supporting administering and/or maintaining computing systems, networks and/or software

• Active U.S. government issued Secret level security clearance required plus ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret level security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

• Ability to obtain TOP SECRET clearance with SAP/SCI access.

• Must be able to obtain industry recognized Cybersecurity certification (i.e. Security + CE) within 12 months of hire.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• College degree preferably in cybersecurity or relevant engineering field

• Industry recognized Cybersecurity certification (i.e. Security + CE)

• Experience with DISS, NISS, SIMS, and other DCSA related databases.

• Project management experience and coordination skills related to working with government officials, contractors, and internal teams

• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement tools (CORE/ACE/SixSigma, QCPC and RCCA).

• Ability to work and effectively communicate across the organization, as well as suppliers and customers

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!

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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