Date Posted:

2025-08-01

Country:

United States of America

Location:

PW100: East Hartford 400 Main Street, East Hartford, CT, 06118 USA

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:

DoD Clearance: Secret

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:

As an onsite hands-on Junior Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO), you will document, monitor, and audit information systems (IS) for compliance with applicable U. S. government cybersecurity requirements. The Junior ISSO will report directly to the Senior Manager, Programs Cybersecurity.

We are looking for people with initiative, creativity, adaptability, strong written and verbal skills, strong analytical skills and attention to detail; creative troubleshooting skills; possess excellent judgment and professional maturity; have multi-tasking abilities and a client focus; and work effectively in a time sensitive and dynamic environment as part of a cybersecurity compliance team.

Primary Responsibilities:

Work in close collaboration with the ISSM and Sr. ISSOs 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.

Process 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.

Ensure 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.

Develop and maintain 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.

Knowledge of the DCSA Defense Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) 800-53 Rev 4 publication, & the Risk Management Framework

Willingness to learn new technologies & take on new projects to grow experience, the ability to remain calm and composed under pressure in a high energy/fast paced environment, adaptability to changing business needs, comfort working with minimal daily supervision, ability to balance multiple priorities, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs.

Willingness to learn new technologies & take on new projects to grow experience

Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure in a high energy, fast paced environment

Ability to balance multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs

Comfort working with minimal daily supervision

Qualifications You Must Have:

Advanced degree and 1+ years of Cybersecurity, Information Systems or Technology experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of relevant industry experience; OR Associate’s degree and 4+ years of relevant industry experience; OR High School diploma and 6+ years of relevant industry experience.

DoD-recognized IAM-Level I or higher industry-recognized cybersecurity certifications such as GSLC, CAP and Security+.

Active US Government Security Clearance, SECRET level or higher.

Qualifications We Prefer:

A+, Network+, Security+, SSCP, and/or CCNA certifications

2 years of experience supporting validated desktop, server, network, systems administration, troubleshooting, implementation security requirements in Microsoft Windows 10, OS imaging, installation, configuring, and support & troubleshooting

DoD-recognized IAM-Level II or higher industry-recognized cybersecurity certifications such as CASP, CISM, and/or CISSP.

Experience in a cybersecurity ISSO role, preferably of information systems supporting classified programs or activities.

Familiarity with security hardening guides & tools (DISA STIGs/SCAP).

Familiarity with Splunk, Tenable.sc, and/or other system monitoring tools

General knowledge of networking technologies such as TCP/IP ports, protocols and services, switching, and routing

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

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 and Apply Today!

The salary range for this role is 66,000 USD - 130,000 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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