Classified Cybersecurity Manager (Onsite) (Relocation)

RTX•Cedar Rapids, IA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Cybersecurity Manager provides tactical leadership and oversight for cybersecurity professionals supporting classified and controlled information systems across assigned programs. This role is accountable for the effective execution of system authorization, continuous monitoring, inspection readiness, and risk management activities. The Cybersecurity Manager supervises and develops cybersecurity personnel while ensuring disciplined implementation of security processes, high-quality authorization artifacts, and sustained operational compliance. Responsibilities include overseeing the application and maintenance of cybersecurity requirements in accordance with applicable government frameworks and guidance, including RMF, JSIG, NIST publications, NISPOM, and the DCSA Assessment and Authorization Guide (DAAG). Through direct oversight of team activities, review of authorization documentation, and validation of control implementation, the manager ensures consistent assessment practices and sustains inspection readiness across supported programs. This is an onsite position in Cedar Rapids, IA

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience.
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.
Active DoD Secret Security Clearance on day one.
IAM Level III certification compliant with DoD 8570 / DoD 8140 (e.g., CISSP, CISM, GSLC).
Demonstrated experience performing ISSM responsibilities for classified or controlled information systems.
Advanced knowledge of RMF and DoD system authorization processes, including experience executing authorization and continuous monitoring activities under JSIG and/or DAAG guidance.
Working knowledge of cybersecurity regulations, contractual security requirements, and DD Form 254 interpretation.
Experience supporting inspections, assessments, and audit activities within classified environments.
Proven ability to assess cybersecurity risk and communicate authorization status and risk posture effectively to leadership.
Willingness to travel domestically up to 20% in support of other company facilities.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
Experience serving as the primary ISSM for SAP and/or DoD collateral systems with demonstrated ownership of authorization posture.
Proven experience owning ATOs and driving POA&M closure to verified completion and sustained compliance.
Experience mentoring ISSOs or senior cybersecurity personnel, including providing technical oversight and quality review of authorization artifacts.
Experience leading or governing Change Control Boards (CCBs) within classified environments.
Experience collaborating across cross-functional stakeholders and enterprise cybersecurity organizations to align security execution with program objectives.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience briefing senior leadership on authorization status, inspection readiness, and risk posture.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight for cybersecurity activities across assigned classified information systems, ensuring effective risk management, sustained compliance, and inspection readiness.
Serve as the senior cybersecurity authority for inspections, assessments, audits, and continuous monitoring, directing preparation, execution, response efforts, and timely closure of findings and POA&Ms.
Oversee and validate system authorization activities under RMF, including application of JSIG and DAAG guidance where applicable, ensuring quality authorization artifacts and audit-ready documentation.
Lead cybersecurity Change Control Boards (CCBs) and evaluate proposed system changes for security impact, authorization implications, and risk posture.
Assess and communicate cybersecurity risks to senior leadership and Authorizing Officials, translating technical issues into mission, cost, and operational impact.
Integrate cybersecurity requirements into program execution by partnering with Program Managers and cross-functional stakeholders to align security with mission objectives.
Directly manage cybersecurity personnel, including performance evaluations, goal setting, coaching, corrective guidance, and accountability for execution quality.
Develop team capability through mentoring, structured development planning, certification progression, and required training compliance.
Balance workloads and allocate resources across supported programs to meet operational demands and inspection timelines.
Prepare and deliver cybersecurity status briefings summarizing authorization posture, inspection readiness, risk trends, resource needs, and overall team performance.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.
Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate.
employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Student Loan Repayment Program.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits.
Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning.
Adoption Assistance.
Autism Benefit.
Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions.
Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program.
Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits.
Bright Horizons, child, and elder care services.
Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program.