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# Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO)(Onsite)

- **Company:** RTX
- **Location:** Cedar Rapids, IA, United States
- **Salary:** $68,900.0 - $131,100.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cyber Security, Information Systems, Computer Networks, Data Transmissions, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Intrusion Detection Systems, Network Security, Log Analysis, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, Role-Based Access Control, Security Software, Security Information and Event Management, Data Logging, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), ArcSight Event Correlation, Splunk, GXP, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** August 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us5edc8ce26b19b0168e99206427a4c9b1/eaa

## About the Role

Typically requires a University Degree and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance required on day one.
IAM Level I certification compliant with DoD 8570 / DoD 8140 (e.g., Security+, GSEC, GSLC).
Experience performing cybersecurity monitoring, detection, and analysis activities in an enterprise or DoD environment.
Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles, including network security, system logging, access controls, and incident detection.
Experience analyzing security alerts, logs, and network traffic to identify anomalous or malicious activity.
Ability to document findings, audit results, and response actions according to established procedures.
Familiarity with cybersecurity tools such as SIEMs (Splunk preferred), IDS/IPS, endpoint protection, vulnerability scanning, and network monitoring platforms.
Ability to follow established incident response, escalation, and continuous monitoring procedures.
Willingness to work collaboratively in a team-based cybersecurity operations environment.
Qualifications We Prefer:
Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk for log analysis, alert triage, and event correlation.
Exposure to vulnerability scanning tools and review of findings, with basic remediation knowledge.
Familiarity with DoD or other regulated environments, including RMF, NIST, JSIG, NISPOM, or DAAG guidance.
Experience supporting inspection, assessment, or audit readiness activities.
Working knowledge of network protocols, architectures, and common attack techniques.
Ability to identify trends or recurring issues in security events and communicate findings to senior analysts.
Experience collaborating with IT, Facilities, or Industrial Security teams to apply cybersecurity requirements consistently.

## Description

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 Type: DoD Clearance: Secret
Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1
Collins Aerospace Global Security Services (GSS) is seeking an Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Level 2 to support cybersecurity operations for classified and controlled information systems.
In this role, you will perform ISSO-level activities under the guidance of senior ISSOs and the ISSM, helping to ensure systems remain compliant, audit-ready, and aligned with program requirements. You will assist with continuous monitoring, system auditing, inspection readiness, and risk identification, while supporting data transfers and user access requests in accordance with security policies and authorization boundaries.
This role provides a strong intermediate-level opportunity in cybersecurity, offering exposure to operational monitoring, regulatory compliance, and technical aspects of system security in a high-assurance environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to help apply cybersecurity controls consistently across technical, physical, and operational environments.
** This position is onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA. **
What YOU will do:
Support cybersecurity implementation and maintenance for assigned information systems under the guidance of the ISSM or senior ISSOs.
Process and review data transfer requests, ensuring security controls are applied and authorization requirements are met.
Assist with user account and access requests, verifying approvals and adherence to role-based access control policies.
Execute continuous monitoring activities, including reviewing security logs, validating security controls, and identifying anomalies.
Conduct system auditing and log reviews to detect policy violations, compliance issues, or potential security events.
Develop, maintain, and update cybersecurity documentation, security plans, and authorization artifacts to support audit-ready operations.
Track and assist in closure of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) resulting from audits, assessments, or monitoring activities.
Report identified security issues, audit findings, or system anomalies to the ISSM or senior cybersecurity personnel.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, Facilities, Industrial Security) to ensure cybersecurity requirements are applied consistently.
Support preparation for inspections, audits, and assessments by providing required documentation, evidence, and operational insigh
Experience collaborating with IT or engineering teams to support investigation and remediation activities., 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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