Principal Specialist, Digital Technology Audit Specialist (Remote)

Date Posted:

2026-04-22

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-TX-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 information under this program/contract.

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 Digital Technology (DT) Audit Specialist position is an exciting and challenging opportunity for a dynamic professional who seeks to build on their existing DT and business experience through in-depth exposure to a fast-paced international business. The Internal Audit function is developmental in nature, and employees are assisted in furthering career goals through training & development, strategic networking opportunities and either progression within our team or rotation into critical business segment roles, after tenure within the group. This group is seen as a premiere entry point into the business segments within the company. As a DT Audit Specialist, you will perform reviews of critical DT processes, evaluating effectiveness of internal controls and identifying potential process improvement opportunities. 

 

What You Will Do

The RTX Internal Audit DT Team conducts risk-based audits as well as value-add special projects and consultations for the business functions within the RTX family of companies. Position expectations include: 

• Assessing DT processes and procedures in order to determine the reliability and effectiveness of existing control systems. 

• Assist in providing assurance that appropriate risk mitigation is taken by management. 

• Assist in providing management with independent and objective reports, evaluations, appraisals, counsel, and recommendations. 

 

Key Responsibilities 

• Participate in completing risk-based audits on assigned engagements. 

• Assess risk of key business processes resulting in the preparation of audit plans and specific audit programs. 

• Create process maps of significant DT, financial, business and operational processes in order to identify potential internal control weaknesses and recommend opportunities for improvement. 

• Assist in preparing clear, concise audit reports. 

• Present audit conclusions and recommendations to senior management. 

• Assist in efforts to modernize existing work programs to include automated testing procedures. 

• Continuous self-improvement including the addition of technical skills, as needed, based on department needs. 

• Demonstrate a commitment to diversity and act as a champion for change within the department and in partnership with other functions/businesses. 

• Travel to company locations as necessary (in the potential range of 5% - 30%). 

 

Qualifications You Must Have 

• Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years experience

• Microsoft Office applications - advanced Excel skills. 

 

Qualifications We Prefer

• Attained or working towards advanced degree. 

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or other relevant DT, cyber, or technical certifications. 

• Experience writing scripts for Microsoft Active Directory, Windows Servers and PCs, Unix operating systems, and Visual Basic for Microsoft Office 365 applications. 

• Experience using Microsoft Office 365 applications including PowerBI, CoPilot 

• Experience using Tanium, Verdant, Archer GRC, and ServiceNow. 

• Experience with public accounting, internal audit, government accounting, or project. management work with exposure to a manufacturing environment. 

• Knowledge of SOX, NIST, COBIT, COSO and other frameworks. 

• Ability to work effectively and communicate across all levels and functions within the business. 

• Ability to influence parties within and outside of work area at an operational level regarding policies, risks, opportunities, areas for process improvements, practices and procedures. 

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with diverse and remote teams. 

• Strong analytical/problem solving and organizational skills. 

• Proactive and results driven with strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure. 

• Strong oral and written communication skills and proven presentation skills. 

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.

Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process.

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 86,800 USD - 165,200 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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