Associate Director and Counsel, Cybersecurity

Date Posted:

2026-11-09

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-VA-ARLINGTON-108 ~ 1100 Wilson Blvd ~ ROSSLYN HQ

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

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

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

At RTX, the world’s 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.

 

Raytheon brings 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. We deliver solutions that help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression, creating a safer, more secure world. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

 

Raytheon Global Ethics & Compliance (GEC) has an exciting opportunity for an Associate Director and Counsel, Cybersecurity to provide legal advice and counsel to the Raytheon business. This role is part of the GEC Global Compliance Programs and reports to the Director & Assistant General Counsel for Privacy, Cyber & Human Rights. The Associate Director, Counsel, will serve as a subject matter expert on cybersecurity and data protection law in the defense industry and provide guidance and support on compliance with company policies, internal directives, and applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS). Additionally, the Associate Director will serve as a subject matter expert on data and cybersecurity incident response, supporting RTX-level incident response teams.

 

What You Will Do

• Provide day-to-day legal support to the Raytheon organization on all aspects of Cybersecurity law and data protection
• Lead and manage data incident response investigations and reporting under legal privilege, ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with cybersecurity subject matter expert (SME) on NIST 800-171, and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification 2.0 (CMMC)
• Review redlines including purchase orders and subcontract terms and conditions to ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, internal guidance, and legal requirements, including the FAR and DFARS
• Support the CISO organization with cyber defense and collaborate on contract negotiations
• Assist with the development, implementation, and maintenance of policies, standard work, playbooks, guidance, templates, and other documentation related to cybersecurity compliance including interpretation of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) determination
• Develop and deliver training on cybersecurity law related to defense industry for legal professionals within the organization, as well as assist with the development and delivery of general awareness training for employees, contractors, and third parties
• Travel up to 10% of the time
• Possible Work Locations: MA - Tewksbury, VA - Arlington, Dulles, CT - Farmington

 

Qualifications You Must Have  

• Typically requires a minimum of 10 years’ legal and/or compliance experience with a focus on Government contract law and cybersecurity requirements
• Juris Doctor, admitted to practice law in the U.S. and holds active law license
• Experience advising and counseling clients on cybersecurity law, regulations and government policies, including incident response, investigations, and compliance
• Experience with US Government (FAR / DFAR Supplements and Government contract procurement processes), contracts drafting, review and negotiations
• Experience with US Government and internationally recognized cybersecurity controls, including Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and/or Global Data Privacy Regulations

 

Qualifications We Prefer

• Experience with cyber and data incident response, including DFARS reporting obligations
• Strong investigative, analytical, written and oral communication skills
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability and ability to make decisions efficiently and quickly
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment while organizing and managing multiple responsibilities and projects with competing priorities and deadlines
• Effective team builder and team player that fosters collaborative relationships

 

What We Offer

• Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation.
• Relocation assistance not available

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• Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role. This position is classified as: Hybrid: Employees who are working in Hybrid roles will work regularly both onsite and offsite. Ratio of time working onsite will be determined in partnership with your leader. 
• Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee’s personal responsibility.

 

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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 172,900 USD - 328,700 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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