Sr. Manager, Strategic Governance & Policy Analyst (Secret Clearance Required)

Date Posted:

2025-11-19

Country:

United States of America

Location:

UTCT1: Corp - CT - Remote Remote Location, Remote City, CT, 06101 USA

Position Role Type:

Remote

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: 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 Systems, 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.

The following position is to join our RTX Enterprise Services team:

Role Overview:

We're looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong work ethic and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced, changing environment. As the RTX Strategic Governance & Policy Analyst, you will research and analyze government policy and regulatory changes and predict the impact to RTX (International and Domestic). A critical component of your role is to lead the Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Program and ensure RTX compliance with this sensitive data. You will also establish and maintain a confidential reporting channel for RTX employees and contractors to raise potential cybersecurity compliance concerns. Lastly you will ensure Digital Technology representation in aerospace & defense industry cybersecurity organizations and forums to support crafting policy recommendations based on RTX stakeholder input and industry best practices to shape the future of cybersecurity policies, standards and regulations.

What You Will Do:

This role reports into the Digital Compliance function and has responsibilities that include:

• Build & execute regulatory & policy strategy aligned with GRC goals and priorities
• In alignment with regulation and policy lead and maintain an RTX CUI Program to support digital protection, education, and proper handling of sensitive data
• Engage, coordinate and ensure RTX representation in aerospace & defense industry organizations and forums to shape cybersecurity policies, standards and regulations
• Communicate insights and updates from external policy engagements to Digital Governance, Risk and Compliance Leaders.
• Support a proactive approach to regulatory and compliance risk management
• Establish and maintain a confidential reporting channel for RTX employees and contractors to raise potential cybersecurity compliance concerns
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with domestic & international government agencies, regulators and industry partners (e.g. Defense Contract Management Activity (DCMA), Defense Industrial Base (DIB), National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA), National Institute of Science & Technology (NIST))
• Effectively manage communications and statuses across relevant stakeholders (from senior leaders to technical SMEs). Build presentations/content adjusted to a given audience on program strategy and status
• Travel 10%

Qualifications You Must Have:

• 10+ years of experience with or within a cybersecurity organization
• Bachelor's degree in digital technology, cybersecurity, business administration, law, finance, or related fields; advanced degrees (e.g., MS, MBA, JD) preferred
• At least one Professional certification such as Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• Experience building stakeholder relationships and collaborating across remote teams, able to lead a global, enterprise-wide program
• 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.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Familiarity with U.S. DoD and International cybersecurity and privacy Laws (e.g. GDPR) and Regulations
• Deep understanding of aerospace & defense industry, including its unique regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g CUI, ITAR, DFARS, NIST, CMMC)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, critical thinking, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong team player, able to meet deadlines and adjust to changing and competing priorities

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.

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Work Location: Remote
Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role:

Remote: This position is currently designated as remote. However, the successful candidate will be required to work from one of the 50 U.S. states (excluding U.S. Territories). Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). An employee may be expected to travel to the site location as needed.

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 124,000 USD - 250,000 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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