Raytheon Technologies

Contractor Special Program Access Security Officer (CSSO)

Raytheon Technologies$57K — $108K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience with less than 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Familiarity with NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07 series, and/or ICD 705.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
  • Active Top-Secret security clearance required prior to start date.
  • Eligibility to process clearances for access to classified information.

Responsibilities

  • Provide security for personnel processing and classified material management.
  • Support secure handling of classified materials and information transmission procedures.
  • Conduct internal reviews and participate in Government inspections.
  • Investigate security infractions and prepare risk assessment reports.
  • Maintain personnel records and manage data entry tasks.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) matching and flexible spending accounts.
  • Employee assistance program and Employee Scholar Program.
  • Parental leave and paid leave for holidays.
  • Commitment to safety, respect, accountability, and collaboration as core organizational values.
Full Job Description
Date Posted:
2026-08-13
Country:
United States of America
Location:
US-AZ-TUCSON-842 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 842
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: Top Secret
Security Clearance Status:
Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

The Special Program Access Security personnel interface with customers and the government on security requirements for proprietary programs as well as providing guidance and support to employees working on such activities, helping them stay abreast of changes and updates in requirements.

The Security professional will help develop, administer and maintain the program's security policies and procedures in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment to ensure compliance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Department of Defense Manual (DoDM) 5205.07 series, and Joint Implementation Guide (JSIG). The CSSO performs a wide variety of security tasks as part of the Special Programs team within Security to include Personnel Security, Physical Security, Information Security, Industrial Security, and other general security areas. Team members process requests for personnel clearances for access to classified information; develop and administer security procedures involving personnel security actions; reporting required information to the customer including adverse information, personnel status changes, foreign contacts, and foreign travel. This position will perform the full range of industrial security skillsets but will focus on Personnel Security (PERSEC) tasks and will be responsible for the processing and tracking of employee's security access to the program and other required accesses needed to perform their job.

What You Will Do
  • Provide industrial security in a classified environment for personnel processing, media control, marking and control of documents / materials, security education, visitor control, and destruction of classified material.
  • Support specialized procedures for the transmission of classified and/or proprietary material/information. Conduct and/or participate in internal reviews and/or Government inspections. Investigate security infractions/violations and prepare reports specifying the potential for loss or compromise and the associated risk to the program(s). Maintain personnel records and conduct data entry. Role may involve extended work hours, due to fast-paced, deadline-driven office environment. A valid driver's license is required, as this position may involve escorting individuals across business locations.
  • This is an on site position and for 2nd Shift at our facility in Tucson, AZ.


Qualifications You Must Have
  • Typically requires: A University Degree or equivalent experience and less than 2 years prior relevant experience.
  • Experience with any of the following: NISPOM, DoDM 5205.07 series, and/or ICD 705.
  • Experience with Microsoft Products
  • Active and transferable Top-Secret clearance is required. U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret clearance prior to start date.


Qualification We Prefer
  • Previous experience as a security professional supporting Special program Access and/or SCI programs.
  • Experience in Personnel Security
  • Degree major in Business Management, Security and/or Risk Management, Government Policy, Information Management, Criminal Justice, or other related fields of study.
  • Experience/Knowledge of National Security
  • Related training with Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), Center for Development of Security Excellence (CDSE) including Security Fundamentals Professional Certification (SFPC).

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


Learn More & Apply Now
  • 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
  • Clearance Information: This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the US Department of State government website here: https://www.state.gov/m/ds/clearances/c10978.htm


  • Location Info and/or Links:

Tucson Arizona: https://careers.rtx.com/global/en/raytheon-tucson,-az-location

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 57,200 USD - 108,800 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.

About Raytheon Technologies

Raytheon Solipsys, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Raytheon Company, is an industry leader in the development of integrated Command and Control (C2) Network-Centric solutions for the Domestic and International DoD and Homeland Security. Through proven systems and software engineering practices, built on the invention and application of innovative technologies, they deliver the C2 infrastructure necessary to effectively control security/military forces in any environment. Their reliable solutions assure information superiority, increased shared awareness, deep sensor reach, aircraft control, air defense, disaster management, and time-critical decision making.

Raytheon Technologies Careers

Join the innovative world of Raytheon Technologies, a leader in aerospace and defense, where we offer unparalleled job opportunities in an environment that champions diversity, leadership, and professional growth.

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