Cyber & Compliance Leader

RTX•Farmington, CT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Pratt & Whitney’s Cybersecurity organization is seeking a Cybersecurity & Compliance Leader (CCL) to serve as a strategic partner to assigned business domains. This role operates at the intersection of cyber risk, compliance, and business operations. The CCL ensures enterprise cybersecurity priorities are effectively understood, adopted, and executed within the business while providing leadership with clear visibility into risk posture. As a trusted advisor and business-facing liaison, the CCL aligns cybersecurity and compliance requirements with business objectives, drives risk governance, and supports readiness for internal and external regulatory expectations. This role is a key contributor to Cyber Mission Assurance and the broader enterprise cybersecurity posture. This is not a hands-on operational role. The CCL drives risk ownership, accountability, and business action—ensuring cybersecurity enables mission success, operational continuity, and customer trust.

Requirements

Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 12 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 10 years experience
Experience across multiple cybersecurity domains (e.g., architecture, compliance, vulnerability management, incident response, application security)
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance is required
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
Active and existing security clearance required after day 1 (DoD Clearance: Secret)

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives through influence and collaboration
Prior consulting experience
Strong business acumen and ability to integrate cybersecurity into business planning and operations
Industry knowledge in cybersecurity, digital technology, or aerospace & defense
Ability to navigate complex and evolving organizational environments
Passion for building trusted relationships and fostering inclusive, collaborative teams
Familiarity with Agile methodologies
Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or similar

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of accountability for cyber and compliance risk within assigned business domains, ensuring risks are clearly understood, prioritized, and owned by the business
Provide an integrated view of risk across IT, OT, cloud, engineering, suppliers, and regulatory environments, and guide informed decision-making
Partner with business leaders to embed cybersecurity into strategies, programs, and major initiatives, aligning security requirements with business objectives
Translate enterprise cybersecurity strategy, standards, and roadmaps into actionable, business-relevant plans
Lead governance activities including risk reviews, compliance readiness discussions, and program touchpoints, ensuring follow-through on mitigation actions and risk decisions
Support audit and regulatory readiness by identifying control gaps, coordinating remediation, and ensuring required documentation is complete and accurate
Communicate cyber risks, policies, and changes in clear, business-friendly terms; build strong cross-functional relationships to influence outcomes
Define and track key performance indicators, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement in cyber posture in partnership with technical teams
Promote a culture of security, accountability, and operational excellence aligned with RTX CORE principles