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January 7, 2026
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Information System Security Officer (ISSO- Onsite)

HIA32: Cedar Rapids, IA 400 Collins Rd NE , Cedar Rapids, IA, 52498-0505 USA
Full-time
Onsite
$69K/yr - $131K/yr
Entry, Mid Level
RTX is a leading aerospace company seeking an Information System Security Officer (ISSO) to support classified computing environments at their Cedar Rapids facility. The ISSO will be responsible for implementing and enforcing cybersecurity compliance directives, including managing security event logs and ensuring user security clearances.
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Responsibilities

  • You will be responsible for designated information system compliance at system level; including but not limited to technical configuration analysis, change control facilitation, hardware/software management, audit and inspections, incident response and troubleshooting, etc
  • You will be responsible for the System Security Plan maintenance and change control per procedure
  • You will ensure all users have the requisite security clearances, authorization, need-to-know, and provide security training and guidance
  • You will collect, review, document, and archive security event logs, reports and files in accordance with the System Security Plan (SSP), reporting any anomalies. Monitor and analyze all available resources that track user activity, provide warnings of system vulnerabilities, and provide system performance information in accordance with cybersecurity plans and policies
  • You will manage the tracking, accounting, safeguarding, and disposition of material assets associated with the secure systems
  • You will possess and maintain technical competence and a working knowledge of system functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures
  • You will understand implications of work and makes recommendations for solutions

Qualification

Required

  • Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree
  • U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
  • Active DOD Secret security clearance prior to day one
  • DoD 8570-compliant industry certification at IAM Level I (Security+) or ability to obtain certification within 6 months

Preferred

  • Desired certifications: Security+, A+, Network+, CAP, CASP+, CISM, Cisco (CCNA), CISSP
  • Knowledge and/or experience with NIST SP 800-series RMF framework and guidelines
  • Knowledge and/or experience with STIGs, SCAP, Splunk or other system hardening and compliance, vulnerability assessment, and/or SIEM tools
  • Willingness to learn new technologies & take on new projects to grow experience
  • Ability to work in a high energy, fast paced environment, able to adapt to changing business needs
  • Highly self-directed and able to learn quickly with a strong ability to drive and deliver results
  • Comfort working with minimal daily supervision and to balance numerous priorities
  • Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure, in a fast-paced environment of rapidly changing demands

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
  • Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Student Loan Repayment Program.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
  • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
  • Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
  • Adoption Assistance.
  • Autism Benefit.
  • Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
  • Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
  • Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
  • Bright Horizons, child, and elder care services.
  • Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.
RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.
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Founded in 1922
Arlington, Virginia, USA
10001+ employees
http://www.raytheon.com
RTX is comprised of three market-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney and Raytheon – working as one to answer the biggest questions and solve the hardest problems in aerospace and defense.
Glassdoor
3.8
Founded in 1922
Arlington, Virginia, USA
10001+ employees
http://www.raytheon.com