Program Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) - Plano, TX

Date Posted:

2026-04-14

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-PLANO-465 ~ 465 Independence Pkwy ~ INDEPENDENCE

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 Type:

DoD Clearance: Top Secret

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Our cybersecurity team is seeking a Program Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to support our team 100% onsite at our facility in Plano, Texas.

The Program Information Systems Security Manager is responsible for compliance oversight, assessment, and operations of systems under their purview. They may be assigned to a single large-scale program or oversee multiple programs. 

ISSM also has cognizance of all collateral Classified Information System (CIS) at the Site per Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code as stipulated by various US Government requirements including (but not limited to):

National Industrial Security Operating Manual (NISPOM) and related documentation such as:

• Risk Management Framework (RMF),

• Baseline Technical Security Configuration Standards,

• Defense Counter-Intelligence Security Agency (DCSA)

• Assessment and Authorization Process Manual (DAAPM)

• Customer/contract specific Cybersecurity regulations.

Components of the cybersecurity (CS) program include Assessment and Authorization (A&A) activities (documentation preparation, system configuration/validation, certification testing, etc.), security sustainment activities (hardware change management, software change management, account management, media protection, user interface, file transfers, etc.), conducting self-inspections, and delivering information systems security education and awareness.

You will conduct recurring Cybersecurity reviews on information systems in accordance with DoD Manuals, NIST Special Publications, customer directives, and company policies as applicable.

You are responsible for the execution of the Raytheon Continuous Monitoring Plan as required by CA-2 Security Assessments. You’ll serve as subject matter experts (SME) on a broad range of Cybersecurity topics. You may represent the Cybersecurity organization and business unit to external Cybersecurity counterparts.

What You Will Do

• Cybersecurity Site ISSMs are required to maintain IAM Level III certification commensurate with their role as required by DoDD 8140 (8570).

• Complete all DCSA and Raytheon GSS required training within 6 months of appointment (annual requirements thereafter).

• Accountability for all systems under site CAGE: metrics, eMASS, Raytheon business process (RCAST), Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) as described by Sr. ISSM

• Maintaining a working knowledge of all CIS functions, security policies, technical security safeguards, and operational security measures.

• Interactions with DCSA SCA/ISSP to track items including, but not limited to, upcoming authorizations (ATO), new technologies solutions (i.e., new SIEM, OS, etc.), policy interpretations (in conjunction with Sr. ISSM), and onsite A&A.

• Developing, maintaining, and updating, in coordination with all system stakeholders (CS Manager, ISO, DT, etc.), applicable site POAM(s) to identify system weaknesses, mitigating actions, resources, and timelines for corrective actions.

• Coordinating DCSA SVA preparation activities for assigned CAGE in conjunction with site FSO/CS Manager. AS

Important note: Within six months of hire date, you must obtain and maintain a Security prof