Program Security Specialist -Onsite, Tucson, AZ

Location: US-AZ-TUCSON-807 ~ 1151 E Hermans Rd ~ BLDG 807

 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: Secret

 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.  Raytheon, an RTX business, is seeking an experienced and motivated Principal Program Security Specialist to join our Global Security Services (GSS) Industrial Security Team. This position is based in the Southwest U.S. region and provides a unique opportunity to play a critical role in protecting national security information while supporting some of the most advanced defense programs in the world. As a Principal Program Security Specialist, you will serve as an embedded security professional and trusted advisor to program leadership. Acting as a security decision authority in partnership with the Program Area Directorate Security Lead, you will provide strategic and tactical oversight of program security operations while ensuring full compliance with U.S. Government and Department of Defense (DoD) security requirements. You will be the face of Industrial Security for assigned programs, directly interfacing with senior peers across Finance, Contracts, Supply Chain, Quality, Operations, and Engineering to align security objectives with mission success. This position reports directly to the Sub Strategic Business Unit (SSBU) Security Manager and functionally aligns to the Raytheon GSS Industrial Security Center of Excellence. The ideal candidate is a self-driven professional who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and has demonstrated expertise in industrial and program security leadership.

Lead and support program security operations, ensuring compliance with 32 CFR Part 117 (NISPOM Rule), DD Form 254 contract security requirements, bilateral security agreements, DoD policy, and related directives across multiple domestic and international programs. Support long-term global security strategies that support evolving mission needs, collaborating with U.S. and international government representatives, customer security offices, and security leadership. Interpret and analyze contractual documentation (SOWs, CDRLs, and security clauses) for applicability, ensuring that security obligations are accurately captured and implemented. Support program administration including Common Access Card (CAC) and Secure Internet Protocol Router (SIPR), Requests for Foreign Visits (RFV), and training compliance audits. Serve as a liaison between program management, subcontractors, and government customers to resolve security challenges, clarify compliance interpretations, and promote best practices. Prepare and manage secure transportation, transmission, and protection plans for classified material, both domestic and international, to ensure compliant handling throughout the lifecycle. Assist with investigations of security incidents, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to mitigate future risk. Organize and execute security projects, support for off-site events, reviews, and customer demonstrations, including security plan development and onsite management. Prepare for and assist with Self Inspections,