Date Posted:

2025-07-29

Country:

United States of America

Location:

UT6: 4 Farm Springs 4 Farm Springs Road, Farmington, CT, 06032 USA

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance:

None/Not Required

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA. 

Position Overview:

 

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services team:

The Associate Director Vulnerability Management will oversee the strategy and execution of vulnerability management initiatives across the organization’s digital infrastructure. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with the latest security standards and regulations, managing risk, and enhancing the security posture of IT environment. This includes patching, policy enforcement, and reporting, driving continuous improvement in vulnerability management practices to protect mission-critical operations.

This position will provide direction for vulnerability management strategy, championing security-centric operating models, and compliance initiatives. They will lead teams to establish frameworks, governance processes, and reporting mechanisms to enable proactive risk management and threat mitigation. They will collaborate with the digital resiliency lead and senior leadership to ensure security investments align with organizational strategy. They will build and lead a high-performing team focused on vulnerability assessment, remediation, and compliance. They will drive continuous improvement in security practices and vulnerability management to maximize protection and operational excellence.

What You Will Do:
 

Establish and lead the Infrastructure Vulnerability Management function within the organizationDevelop and implement vulnerability management strategies, processes, and governance frameworksOversee a team focused on vulnerability assessment, patching, policy enforcement, and compliance reportingDrive enterprise-wide security transformation and adoption of security-centric operating modelsPartner with senior leadership to align security investments with business strategy and objectivesFacilitate vulnerability prioritization and remediation to minimize risk and enhance security postureDefine standards, best practices, and methodologies for vulnerability management across the organizationImplement metrics, KPIs, and reporting mechanisms to track progress and demonstrate valueLead strategic planning processes for vulnerability management, including roadmap development and resource allocationWork with Digital Resiliency Governance Lead to manage budget, resource capacity planning, and financial tracking for vulnerability management initiativesDrive cross-functional collaboration to resolve complex dependencies and organizational impedimentsChampion organizational change management initiatives related to security and complianceEstablish talent acquisition and development strategies to build a world-class vulnerability management organizationRepresent the Infrastructure Vulnerability Management function to executive leadership and key stakeholdersBalance security investments across strategic initiatives, operational improvements, and technical debtIntegrate security methodologies into vulnerability management practices to drive operational excellence

Qualifications You Must Have:

Typically requires 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 experience12+ years of experience in vulnerability management, cybersecurity, or related leadership roles10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, technology operations, or related technical environments7+ years of experience leading and developing high-performing teams3+ years of experience in senior leadership roles influencing executive-level stakeholders

Qualifications We Prefer:
 

Proven track record of leading enterprise-wide security transformationsExceptional strategic thinking and business acumenOutstanding leadership presence and executive communication skillsDemonstrated success in building and leading security organizationsDeep understanding of modern vulnerability management practicesExperience with threat modeling and risk assessment techniquesExecutive leadership training or certification

 

 

Work Location

This is a hybrid role, eligible candidates must reside within commuting distance from Farmington, CT
Relocation Eligible: Yes

 

What We Offer: Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

The salary range for this role is 147,000 USD - 295,000 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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