Associate Director of Security for Classified Collaboration Center

Job Overview

Date Posted: 2026-02-13

Country: United States of America

Location: US-VA-DULLES-710 ~ 22110 Pacific Blvd ~ BLDG 10

Position Role Type: Onsite

Salary Range: $172,900 USD - $328,700 USD

Security Clearance 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
• Eligibility for additional access will be required from the customer

About the Role

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.

As a key member of the RTX Global Security Services (GSS), Government Security Compliance (GSC), leadership team, the Associate Director of Security for Classified Collaboration Center (CCC) holds the primary responsibility for the strategic and operational oversight of all security-related functions within the CCC. This role serves as the principal GSS/GSC representative on the CCC Senior Leadership Team, ensuring alignment between program objectives and enterprise-level security strategies.

The Associate Director will lead a team of security professionals across a matrixed environment, overseeing the execution of comprehensive security disciplines, including industrial security, communications security (COMSEC), physical security, program security, and cybersecurity. This leader will foster close collaboration with RTX program management and U.S. Government senior leadership to address and resolve complex security challenges in support of critical national defense initiatives.

This position requires extensive knowledge of the National Industrial Security Program (NISP); the Special Access Programs (SAP) environment and the Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for all CCC security operations, ensuring compliance with government and corporate security policies
• Represent GSS/GSC as the primary security advisor within the CCC Leadership Team
• Lead and develop a high-performing team of security professionals in a dynamic, matrixed environment
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external government partners to identify and mitigate risk
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement within the security function to support evolving program needs
• Interpret and implement security requirements in accordance with DoD Manual 5205.07, NISPOM, Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), and other applicable special programs guidance
• Provide expert security guidance across all phases of program execution, from Bases of Estimates (BOEs) through contract closeout, to ensure compliance and risk mitigation
• Develop, coordinate approval for, and implement program specific security documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Security Addendums, Operation Security (OPSEC) Plans, and Concept of Operations (CONOPs)
• Lead and support internal self-inspections, assess compliance levels, security control assessments, training, log management systems, automated inventory utilities and develop/execute corrective action plans to address deficiencies
• Manage a range of program administrative functions, including personnel processing, visitor control, clearance verification, classified material control, document accountability, and investigations related to program-specific issues
• Cultivate and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, external customers, and senior leadership across multiple strategic business units
• Prepare and support internal and external security-related briefings, reports, and reviews, contributing to overall program status updates and leadership engagements
• Oversee facility security operations for Special Access Program Facilities (SAPFs) and Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) in accordance with ICD 705; manage construction security packages, Fixed Facility Checklists (FFCs), and TEMPEST assessments
• Provide leadership and mentorship to security team members, including setting career development goals, conducting performance assessments, and preparing formal performance evaluations
• Experience with national security information system related security requirements (e.g. NISPOM, DAAPM, DAAG, JAFAN 6/3, DCID 6/3, JSIG, ICD-503) to include technical computer/network system auditing
• Experience in the oversight and execution of the Assessment & Authorization processes
• Trained and Knowledgeable in Assured File Transfer (AFT) processes and tools

Qualifications

Must Have

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, OR
• An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience
• Minimum of 12 years of Industrial Security experience with specific experience managing a Classified Collaboration Center

We Prefer

• Possess or be willing to obtain a DoD 8570 – IAM III professional certification (i.e. CISSP, CISSM, etc.) within 6 months of employment
• Experience with Periods Processing and Cross-Domain Systems

Benefits

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.

Work Arrangement

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.

Relocation: Non-Eligible – Relocation assistance not available.

Additional Information

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.

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.