Associate Director, Industrial Security - Andover, MA

Date Posted:

2026-02-25

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-ANDOVER-AN1 ~ 350 Lowell St ~ AN1 ESSEX BLDG

Position Role Type:

Onsite

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

The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required.​ U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Security Clearance Type:

Secret - Current

Security Clearance Status:

Active and existing security clearance required on day 1

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring 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. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

We have an opening for an Associate Director of Industrial Security in our Andover, MA office. This position will require that you be a self-starter who is capable of multitasking and efficiently managing your time with minimal supervision. Your strong business acumen and familiarization with product lifecycle management will be essential to your success. You will have uncompromising ethical standards. You must also have effective oral and written communication skills while collaborating vertically and horizontally within our organization hierarchy. You must also have the ability to travel (domestic and international), as needed

What You Will Do

• Participate in RLPM (RTX Lifecycle Program Management) process to ensure adequate resources are commensurate for the security requirements of new business opportunities
• Interpret emerging Industrial Security related policy, both internal and external, and provide direction on best courses of action for implementation through collaborative teaming
• Consult with SBU leaders and other key stakeholders to ensure proper resources are allocated to meet current and upcoming program needs
• Conduct long-term planning to meet global security compliance requirements, including serving as a senior security Subject Matter Expert (SME) on various teams 
• Collaborate with internal and external security professionals and government customer organizations. 
• Create/Approve Basis of Estimates (BoEs) for sole source and competitive bid opportunities 
• Work closely with Raytheon & RTX peers to develop innovative methods, utilizing CORE, in support of continuous improvement to support evolving program execution needs 
• Manage contract security reviews to ensure requirements are consistent with the 32 CFR Part 117, National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM) and various other government directives as specified in DD Form 254 and contract Statement of Work (SOW) for Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) efforts. 
• Assist SBU leadership and other security partners in resolving security risks and opportunities directly with the customer, suppliers, RTX teammates, and other stakeholders
• Advise and assist local government, military, and company security professionals in resolving security matters at deployed field sites in the continental United States and abroad
• Research and present positions on contractual documents, internal directives, and the NISPOM Rule for security applicability and impact analysis
• Manage Program Security Budgets
• Identify and mitigate potential security risks
• Provide Leadership and Mentoring to Program Security Managers
• Elevate security classification issues to local engineering and customer SMEs
• Assist in preparation of transportation and various security plans, Concept of Operations (CONOPS), and Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM), as required for the movement, transportation, delivery, storage, and operation of classified information and hardware to domestic and international locations. 
• Participate in, lead, and coordinate program security reviews, OPSEC and security classification training, and readiness exercises to various audiences and organizational levels

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 of experience.
• Experience collaborating vertically and horizontally within an organization hierarchy
• Experience interacting positively with Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency or other Cognizant Security Agency personnel

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience leading a geographically dispersed workforce
• Previous experience as a Facility Security Officer, Program Security Manager, Contractor Program Security Officer or Information System Security Manager with a strong track record of positive assessment results
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and experience briefing to senior leadership
• Experience providing guidance, subject matter expertise and mentorship to security personnel
• CORE Champion Certification
• BOE Proficiency
• Experience leveraging Physical Security, Industrial Security, Cybersecurity or Special Programs support of proposals

What We Offer:

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.

• This position does not offer relocation assistance

Learn More & Apply Now!

• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role .Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.

The salary range for this role is 157,200 USD - 298,800 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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