2026 Intern - Cybersecurity Intern - Onsite (MA)

RTX • Andover, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX. Our Cybersecurity team is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Information Systems Security Officer (ISSO) Intern to support our classified computing environment in Andover, Massachusetts. As an intern, you will work closely with the Information Systems Security Manager (ISSM) to ensure compliance with National Industrial Security Program Operating Manual (NISPOM), Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) Assessment and Authorization Guide (DAAG) and Joint Special Access Program (SAP) Implementation Guide (JSIG) policies, while gaining valuable hands-on experience in cybersecurity and information systems security. This role is onsite at our Andover, MA Facility

Requirements

• Must be at least a junior by the start of summer 2026 pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems Management, Information Technology, Computer Science or Mathematics.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance

Nice To Haves

• 3.0 cumulative GPA desired
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite (Excel, PPT, Project, Word)
• Enthusiasm for creative thinking and complex problem-solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring system compliance and auditing within a classified environment.
• Support the development of security plans and assist in delivering security awareness and education programs.
• Help identify information system security violations and contribute to creating reports for corrective actions.
• Collaborate with the facility security team, program personnel, and government representatives.
• Participate in security sustainment activities including hardware/software change management and account management.
• Participate in organization project during internship.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern