Security Clearance Processing Specialist

Date Posted: 2026-02-13

Country: United States of America

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-M ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG M

Position Role Type: Hybrid

Requirements

• U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements
• Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: Secret
• Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required after day 1

About the Role

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?

Pratt & Whitney's Government Security Compliance is seeking a detail-oriented Security Clearance Processing Specialist to support personnel security operations. This role is responsible for managing clearance processing activities, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and serving as a point of contact for employees, managers, and government security offices throughout the clearance lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage personnel requests for access to classified information for all cleared Pratt & Whitney sites
• Process and manage personnel security clearances (e.g., initial, reinvestigation, upgrade, reinstates, CV Updates, and separations)
• Ensure all clearance packages are accurate, complete, and compliant with NISPOM requirements
• Serve as a liaison between employees, management, and government security representatives
• Navigate tasks in DISS, NBIS, Live Scan, SWFT, and Field Print
• Facilitate Continuous Vetting Updates for employees
• Conduct fingerprinting for in-process employees or CAC (Common Access Card) requests
• Verify employee citizenship as needed for other Business Units
• Review SF86 submissions for adequacy and completeness
• Track and guide new clearance requests to completion
• Oversee and ensure proper execution of the employee debrief process
• Provide accurate and timely responses to internal customer inquiries and assess type and volume of request for process improvement
• Facilitate Requests for Action (RFAs) from the government
• Track and manage DOHA (Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals) cases
• Action eligibility notifications received from the government
• Perform weekly audits and conduct monthly reconciliations of security records
• Submit monthly control tower metrics to FSO
• Identify and forward employee responses appropriately based on reporting requirements or suspicious activity
• Maintain and manage status tracking sheets and security folders
• Develop standardized messaging templates and create a process library for standard work, notes, and case knowledge base
• Develop and maintain standard work documentation for all responsible tasks
• Adapt to competing work priorities, company and/or government changes
• Other duties as directed by COT manager

Required Qualifications

• Advanced degree and 3+ years of Military, Security, Cybersecurity or Investigations Analyst experience within a NISPOM government regulated environment; OR
• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant industry experience; OR
• Associate's degree and 7+ years of relevant industry experience; OR
• High School diploma or Military / Technical Training and 9+ years of relevant industry experience
• Active U.S. government issued Secret level security clearance OR the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance
• U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree in relevant Security-related field
• 1+ years of analyst experience managing security clearance processes and Continuous Vetting Updates tools
• 1+ years of working knowledge of NISPOM (National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual) or similar government regulations, including SF86, DISS, NBIS, and 32 CFR Part 117
• 1+ years of experience managing security systems such as DISS, NBIS, NISS, SIMS, and other DCSA related databases
• Experience handling sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Experience conducting audits and reconciliations of security records
• Demonstrated ability to develop SOPs and process documentation
• Project coordination experience related to working with government officials, contractors, and internal teams
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement tools and principles (CORE/ACE, Six Sigma)
• Ability to work and effectively communicate across the organization, as well as suppliers and customers

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.

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.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: 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
• 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.

Additional Information

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.