Information Security Engineer Jobs in Texas
Information Security Engineer jobs in Texas are among the most active in the nation, concentrated in defense contracting, financial services, energy, and healthcare across a seniority range from entry-level analyst to senior architect. Austin, Dallas, and Houston anchor the hiring, with major employers such as AT&T, Dell Technologies, and Raytheon Technologies maintaining large security teams in the state. Cloud security, threat intelligence, and zero-trust architecture are the most in-demand specialties right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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How will this role impact First Command?
This role advances the organization’s Identity and Access Management (IAM) maturity by implementing and improving identity controls across the user lifecycle. This role is responsible for enhancing governance, provisioning, authentication, authorization, access reviews, role design, and compliance capabilities, with a strong emphasis on SailPoint and related identity platforms. The position partners with business, risk, audit, infrastructure, and application teams to deliver scalable IAM enhancements that strengthen security, support regulatory expectations, and improve the user access experience.
What will the employee do in this role?
- Provides subject matter expertise on Identity and Access Management strategy, governance, lifecycle processes, and platform capabilities so that effective and scalable IAM solutions can be developed and maintained
- Recommends and implements IAM controls for new and existing technologies, including joiner-mover-leaver processes, authentication, authorization, role-based access, segregation of duties, privileged access considerations, and access certification requirement
- Participates as a key member of the Security Incident Response Team (SIRT)
- Leads IAM enhancement initiatives, including role modeling, access review optimization, application onboarding, workflow improvements, and control implementation to ensure objectives, timelines, and compliance expectations are met
- Stay up to date on new information technologies and apply those innovations in the company’s security standards and best practices
- Collaborates with business owners, application teams, infrastructure, audit, risk, compliance, vendors, and leadership to gather requirements, define access models, and implement IAM enhancements that align with policy and operational needs
- Evaluates cloud services and third-party applications for IAM onboarding, access governance, provisioning feasibility, certification support, and alignment with SailPoint and broader enterprise identity architecture
What skills and qualifications does the employee need?
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or an Engineering related field, or equivalent experience
- Preferred: SailPoint Certified Identity Security Administrator, SailPoint Certified Identity Security Engineer, or SailPoint Certified Identity Engineer
- Preferred: IAM-relevant certifications such as Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) or Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
Work Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ experience working in an IT Security capacity
- Minimum of 3 years’ working with SailPoint with an Identity and Access Management platform
- Experience with information security policy design
- Strong understanding of IAM and identity governance principles, including authentication, authorization, role-based access control, user access reviews, segregation of duties, and identity lifecycle management
Certifications
- Relevant security certifications such as CIAM, CISSP, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, CCSP, CCNA Security, and CCNP Security
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Hands-on experience implementing and administering IAM capabilities, including application onboarding, provisioning workflows, role design, policy configuration, access certifications, reporting, and control evidence support
- Experience integrating SailPoint with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure AD, AWS)
- Familiarity with Privileged Access Management (PAM) tools and concepts
- Diligence in producing and maintaining documentation and evidence, especially for compliance activities
- Detailed knowledge of ISO, NIST, and other information security standards, laws, and regulations
- Possess strong analytical skills
- Must be a self-starter and comfortable with self-directed learning on industry risks and changes
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to speak confidently when dealing with internal constituents
- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
- Incorporate industry IAM standards into practical security operations, network operations, and application development practices
- Working knowledge of the Agile framework
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How will this role impact First Command?
This role advances the organization’s Identity and Access Management (IAM) maturity by implementing and improving identity controls across the user lifecycle. This role is responsible for enhancing governance, provisioning, authentication, authorization, access reviews, role design, and compliance capabilities, with a strong emphasis on SailPoint and related identity platforms. The position partners with business, risk, audit, infrastructure, and application teams to deliver scalable IAM enhancements that strengthen security, support regulatory expectations, and improve the user access experience.
What will the employee do in this role?
- Provides subject matter expertise on Identity and Access Management strategy, governance, lifecycle processes, and platform capabilities so that effective and scalable IAM solutions can be developed and maintained
- Recommends and implements IAM controls for new and existing technologies, including joiner-mover-leaver processes, authentication, authorization, role-based access, segregation of duties, privileged access considerations, and access certification requirement
- Participates as a key member of the Security Incident Response Team (SIRT)
- Leads IAM enhancement initiatives, including role modeling, access review optimization, application onboarding, workflow improvements, and control implementation to ensure objectives, timelines, and compliance expectations are met
- Stay up to date on new information technologies and apply those innovations in the company’s security standards and best practices
- Collaborates with business owners, application teams, infrastructure, audit, risk, compliance, vendors, and leadership to gather requirements, define access models, and implement IAM enhancements that align with policy and operational needs
- Evaluates cloud services and third-party applications for IAM onboarding, access governance, provisioning feasibility, certification support, and alignment with SailPoint and broader enterprise identity architecture
What skills and qualifications does the employee need?
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or an Engineering related field, or equivalent experience
- Preferred: SailPoint Certified Identity Security Administrator, SailPoint Certified Identity Security Engineer, or SailPoint Certified Identity Engineer
- Preferred: IAM-relevant certifications such as Certified Identity and Access Manager (CIAM) or Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
Work Experience
- Minimum 5 years’ experience working in an IT Security capacity
- Minimum of 3 years’ working with SailPoint with an Identity and Access Management platform
- Experience with information security policy design
- Strong understanding of IAM and identity governance principles, including authentication, authorization, role-based access control, user access reviews, segregation of duties, and identity lifecycle management
Certifications
- Relevant security certifications such as CIAM, CISSP, Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate, CCSP, CCNA Security, and CCNP Security
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Hands-on experience implementing and administering IAM capabilities, including application onboarding, provisioning workflows, role design, policy configuration, access certifications, reporting, and control evidence support
- Experience integrating SailPoint with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure AD, AWS)
- Familiarity with Privileged Access Management (PAM) tools and concepts
- Diligence in producing and maintaining documentation and evidence, especially for compliance activities
- Detailed knowledge of ISO, NIST, and other information security standards, laws, and regulations
- Possess strong analytical skills
- Must be a self-starter and comfortable with self-directed learning on industry risks and changes
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Ability to speak confidently when dealing with internal constituents
- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
- Incorporate industry IAM standards into practical security operations, network operations, and application development practices
- Working knowledge of the Agile framework
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Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Information Security Engineer Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Citi2
- Equinix2
- Artech1
- Community Choice Financial Family of Brands1
- Crestron Electronics1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software6
- Banking & Financial Services3
- Construction & Real Estate2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Education2
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in information security engineer jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field
- Active CISSP, CISM, or CompTIA Security+ certification preferred or required
- Three or more years of hands-on experience with SIEM platforms and endpoint protection tools
- Demonstrated experience with cloud security frameworks on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Strong knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, and SOC 2 compliance frameworks
- Experience conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, or incident response
Information Security Engineer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a information security engineer in Texas?
Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as an information security engineer, so the path runs through education and industry credentials. Most employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, or information systems. From there, earning a recognized certification such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CISM is the standard next step. Candidates who also build hands-on experience through labs, capture-the-flag competitions, or internships with Texas-based defense or financial firms move into roles fastest.
How much do information security engineers make in Texas?
Information security engineers in Texas earn a median of about $129,890 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,990 for the lowest 10% to over $178,550 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire information security engineers in Texas?
Employers hiring information security engineers in Texas right now include Citi, Equinix, and Artech, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of defense contractors, large financial institutions, and Fortune 500 headquarters means security engineering roles appear across a wide range of industries and clearance levels.
Which Texas cities have the most information security engineer jobs?
Dallas, Austin, and Irving have the most information security engineer openings in Texas. Austin's technology sector and state government agencies, Dallas's density of financial services firms and corporate headquarters, and Houston's energy and healthcare industries each drive consistent security hiring, making all three metros strong targets for engineers at any experience level.
Are there remote information security engineer jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 50% of information security engineer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the desk-based, software-driven nature of the work. Roles focused on cloud security engineering, threat analysis, and security operations center monitoring tend to offer the most flexibility, while positions requiring access to classified systems or on-site infrastructure typically remain fully in-person.
How can I get hired as a information security engineer in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior security analyst or IT security associate role, which large Texas employers such as defense contractors, regional banks, and major health systems regularly fill with candidates who hold a relevant degree and a foundational certification like CompTIA Security+. Lateral moves from IT help desk, network administration, or systems administration positions are common and well-recognized. Building a portfolio through home labs, contributing to open-source security tools, or completing a structured cybersecurity bootcamp tied to a Texas college system strengthens any application significantly.
Where can I find and apply to information security engineer jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to information security engineer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across industries and experience levels. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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