Skillbridge Intern Industrial Security Specialist (Onsite)

RTX • San Jose, CA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you seeking a pathway to an incredible post-military career in the Aerospace and Defense industry? At RTX Corporation, we recognize the exceptional skills, dedication, and leadership that transitioning military service members bring to the workforce. Our SkillBridge Program offers you a unique opportunity to transition into a rewarding career within the aerospace and defense industry, across our renowned business units: Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Join us and become part of a team that is committed to innovation, excellence, and making a global impact. At RTX, you'll find a supportive environment where your military experience is valued and leveraged to drive transformative projects that shape the future of flight, defense, and connected systems. Our SkillBridge Program is more than just a job. It's a pathway to a career where your contributions are seen and celebrated every day. Here, you'll have the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, collaborate with industry experts, and grow within a company that is dedicated to your professional development. Are you ready to take your skills to new heights and make a difference on a global scale? Join RTX Corporation through our SkillBridge Program and embark on a journey that goes beyond boundaries. Your future begins here. This SkillBridge opportunity is with Collins Aerospace. RTX is a provider of SkillBridge Fellowship opportunities for transitioning service members to gain an in-depth understanding of the aerospace and defense business from some of the most respected leaders and engineers in the industry. SkillBridge fellows will not be eligible for any compensation during their fellowship, as they will continue to receive all military pay and benefits. Upon successful completion of this fellowship, you will be well prepared and encouraged to apply for open positions listed on our careers page. Raytheon Applied Signal Technology (RAST) is seeking a Principal Security Specialist for a multi-faceted position with possible supervisory/leadership responsibility, working in support of Special Programs. This individual will help develop, administer, and maintain comprehensive security programs in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. This position requires excellent verbal and written communication skills to prepare, articulate, and deliver compliance requirements to both internal and external stakeholders. Candidate must be able to multi-task and demonstrate effective interpersonal skills to work with other team members, government customers, employees, and leaders at all levels of the organization and be able to develop solutions to complex problems with a degree of ingenuity, creativity, and innovation.

Requirements

• To be eligible for a SkillBridge, you must meet the following requirements:
• Must be eligible to participate in Fellowship per DoD Instruction 1322.29.
• Must be projected to receive an honorable discharge from the military.
• Must have all TAP and transition requirements completed prior to the start date.
• Must receive approval from Unit Commander or O4+ in the chain of command.
• Must be located within a commutable distance or willing/approved to relocate to the job location
• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 3 years of prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field.
• Relevant experience executing security processes and projects within special program access and collateral environments.
• Industrial security experience preferably in a Facility Security Officer (FSO) / Contractor Program Security Officer (CPSO) role.
• Active and transferable Top-Secret SCI (TS/SCI) 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

Nice To Haves

• Experience with all Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Comprehensive knowledge of NISPOM and related directives.
• Experience with SIMS and DISS.
• Experience supporting Intelligence Community contracts and special access programs.
• Hight attention to detail, discretion, and integrity.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple programs and priorities independently.
• Existing TS/SCI with Polygraph in the last 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Understanding, implementing and ensuring compliance with Intelligence Community Directives (ICDs), the DoD Manual 5205.07, NISPOM and related Industrial Security Guidance Manuals or Special Program Security directives
• Security plans (Standard Operating Procedures, OPSEC) and Concepts of Operations (CONOPs), etc.
• Creating, updating and administering security education, training and awareness to include program indoctrinations, refresher training, and debriefings.
• Conducting self-inspections and recommending / implementing corrective actions.
• Conducting peer reviews at other sites.
• Oversight/participation in government compliance inspections and implementing corrective actions, as necessary.
• Program administrative work: personnel processing, visitor control, program related investigations, TS accountability, alarm testing, dispatching and receiving program documents/material and resolving other related program security issues.
• Managing physical security and constructions requirements for SAPFs and SCIFs in accordance with ICD 705; submitting pre-construction and accreditation packages to include Fixed Facility Checklists (FFCs) and Tempest checklists.

Benefits

• SkillBridge Fellows are not eligible for any employee benefits, however they may be available upon conversion to full-time.
• 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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees