Date Posted:

2026-05-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-MA-REMOTE

Position Role Type:

Remote

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access certain necessary systems.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

The Senior Manager Manager, Site Assessment and Audit Engagement (SAAE) is a key leadership role within the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Cybersecurity and Compliance organization, reporting to the SAAE Associate Director. This position is responsible for overseeing all internal and external audit activities and initiatives impacting the Collins Aerospace business.

What You Will Do:

• Provide leadership and direction for a diverse team of professional cyber auditors within the Digital Technology GRC organization.

• Lead and manage a comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessment program for Collins Aerospace, evaluating digital risk and supporting sites with best‑practice mitigation strategies.

• Plan, lead, and facilitate internal and external Digital Technology (DT) audit and compliance assessments in alignment with the annual audit plan or as requested by leadership.

• Oversee an objective, impartial assessment and readiness function to evaluate and strengthen the adequacy and effectiveness of the organization’s internal control environment.

• Apply a continuous improvement philosophy through assessment, measurement, remediation, and ongoing evaluation.

• Deliver meaningful outcomes aligned with business strategies to support and inform key functional and organizational goals.

• Provide subject‑matter expertise and training related to risk‑based compliance.

• Serve as a collaborative liaison among audit teams, corporate internal audit, and functional stakeholders to define the annual audit schedule, address and remediate prior audit findings, and support the business with metrics that demonstrate progress.

• Execute audit activities as the primary interface for Collins Aerospace and escalate audit or risk‑related concerns to leadership as necessary.

• Manage and coordinate with DT third‑party vendors responsible for supporting or overseeing the company’s internal control posture.

• Lead and execute special DT compliance projects, including developing project plans, tracking progress, and resolving execution issues.

• Provide strategic direction, planning, guidance, training, and implementation support for DT cybersecurity policies and procedures.

• Coordinate execution of audit activities, including walkthroughs, control testing, and compliance validation across application, database, operating system, and process layers—covering areas such as information security, change management, data center and physical security, disaster recovery, SDLC processes, automated controls, and key system‑generated reports.

• Partner with DT personnel to identify opportunities for digital control improvements, enhanced control documentation, and strengthened assessment practices.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience.

• Professional security certification such as CISA, CISSP, Security+, or equivalent.

• Experience with IT control frameworks, including ISO 27001, NIST SP 800‑171, NIST SP 800‑53, or comparable standards.

• Demonstrated experience administering, managing, and preparing for cybersecurity audits, as well as designing and testing digital controls.

• Hands‑on experience with NIST SP 800‑171A and/or ISO 27000‑series audit engagements.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus standards.

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships; effective leader and collaborative team player capable of meeting deadlines and managing shifting priorities.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with geographically dispersed and remote team members.

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills with a proactive approach to issue resolution.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill and present complex information clearly and concisely.

• Demonstrated aptitude for managing diverse teams and developing talent.

• Industry experience supporting or working within government agencies, commercial aviation organizations, and aerospace OEMs.

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.

Location:

Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:

Remote: Employees who are working in Remote roles will work primarily offsite (from home). If you live within a reasonable commute of an RTX site with other colleagues you interact with, your manager will discuss whether there is a degree of onsite presence associated with this role.

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 132,400 USD - 251,600 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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