Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM)

Date Posted:

2026-01-15

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MD-COLUMBIA-720 ~ 9861 Broken Land Pkwy ~ BBN COLUMBIA, Ste 400

Position Role Type:

Unspecified

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: Top Secret

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

Our Cybersecurity team in Columbia, Md. have a great opportunity for an Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to add to the existing team of ISSMs, ISSOs, and ISSE in support of various classified programs. At RTX BBN Technologies, you will receive unique experiences in support of National Security initiatives and programs. The successful candidate should be able to develop, administer, and maintain comprehensive security programs in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

The Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) will have primary ownership of Information Systems under their assigned purview. They are responsible for overseeing and implementing the Cybersecurity Program established by the Cybersecurity Lead in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), DCSA Assessment and Authorization Guide (DAAG),DoD Special Access Program (SAP) Security Manuals, Risk Management Framework (RMF), Intelligence Community Directive (ICD-503), Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG), Defense Counter-Intelligence Security Agency (DCSA), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), along with any additional customer directives and company policies as applicable.

The Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) provides leadership, guidance, and direction to enable business execution in a secure operating environment. They are the Cybersecurity focal point for the program with early PMO engagement, awareness and centralized classified cybersecurity support to the acquisition lifecycle.

The Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) will work directly with the local cognizant security agency (CSA) representatives on Cybersecurity requirements, guidance, and approvals. They possess both broad technical and programmatic expertise while simultaneously demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills to deal with internal as well as external interfaces.

The Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) is responsible for various site activities associated with Cybersecurity to include clearance verification/access management, training, and performance and development actions within their purview.

Qualifications You Must Have

• A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 8 years of cybersecurity systems security and/or directly related information technology experience. Or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum of 5 years’ experience   cybersecurity / systems security and/or directly related information technology experience. Or 14 years experience en lieu of a degree
• Past leadership or project/program management experience
• Active and transferable Top Secret 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.
• Must have CISSP, CISM, or DoD 8570/8140 compliant certification
• Willing to travel 10% to 15%

Qualifications We Prefer

• Master’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Criminal Justice, Business or other relevant degree
• Experience in the oversight and execution of the Assessment & Authorization processes (Certification & Accreditation), as defined in JSIG/RMF
• Experience in the execution and management of Information System’s (IS) incident response and administrative inquiries/investigations in collaboration with the investigations.
• Experience in the oversight and execution of a continuous monitoring/improvement program (to include but not limited to self-inspections, security control assessments, training, log management systems, automated inventory utilities, etc.)
• Experience providing technical security expertise and oversight for complex, cross-domain, heterogeneous classified networked environments in collaboration with internal/external Customers, Information Technology (IT) and other RTX sites.
• Experience working with the customer, both internal and external, in the development of Basis of Estimates (BOE's) and contract negotiations
• Experience in professional engagements with internal and external customers (i.e. AOs, DAOs, SCAs, Program Managers, etc.), to include negotiating controls/requirements with government Contracting Activities
• Possess an active TS/SCI with current poly US security clearance. 

What We Offer

Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

• Relocation Assistance available
• This position is Onsite at our Columbia, MD Location

To help you achieve your goals, BBN will provide:

• A strong leadership team well-versed in government and Cybersecurity.
• A collaborative and collegial environment to help foster better understanding of Cybersecurity requirements, guidance, and approvals process.
• Technically competent pool of Cyber/IT team who are willing to mentor, listen, and help you refine your Cybersecurity vision and goals.
• Access, through RTX, to opportunities that help transition and apply security analysis during the lifecycle of systems.

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 118,300 USD - 224,900 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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