Senior Cybersecurity Analyst Jobs in Texas
Senior Cybersecurity Analyst jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand concentrated in defense contracting, financial services, energy, and healthcare sectors and openings at every level from analyst I through senior and principal. The largest hiring markets are Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio, where anchor employers like Lockheed Martin, USAA, and Dell Technologies maintain significant security operations. The most sought-after specialties in Texas listings include cloud security architecture, incident response, and industrial control systems security. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Cybersecurity Solution Architect, Sr
PS Job Title: CS Architect, Sr
Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid
Legal Entity: Entergy Services, LLC
- Oversee cloud security solutions across lifecycle strategy, design, implementation, and operations
- Participate, lead, and jointly deliver security evaluation reports on cloud providers (Azure, AWS, GCP), cloud native platforms (PCF, Docker, Kubernetes, etc.), and Software as a Service solutions
- Establish security requirements for cloud-based solutions by evaluating business strategies and requirements, researching cloud infrastructure security standards such as NIST CSF and NERC CIP
- Provide domain expertise in both public and private cloud and enterprise technology
- Identify and deliver appropriate controls based on industry standards (e.g. CCM) to drive cloud security solutions framework based on business risk and cloud native threats
- Continually evaluate new threats in the cloud, to identify the impact on IT and Business to develop and implement security controls
- Provide recommendations for improvement and risk reduction by assessing clients’ cloud security posture; and act as a change agent with customer organizations to oversee the vulnerability improvements with our clients’ existing IT staff as well as 3rd party vendors support our clients (most often managed IT service providers)
- Utilize Information Security reference architectures to develop secure solutions and designs for projects
- Provide input to policies, procedures, standards, processes, and templates that are consistent with the Information Security strategy and roadmap
- Participate in security and non-security projects to ensure that security requirements are defined and implemented
- Perform assessments and threat modeling of existing and emerging technologies to ensure they meet Entergy security and compliance requirements
- Evangelize and advocate for information security with stakeholders
- Monitor emerging trends in Information Security and technology and make or suggest changes to Entergy’s security posture as necessary
- Experience in defining security standards and reference architectures used to guide technical resources in secure system implementation and configuration for enterprise cloud systems and consumption of public cloud is a plus
- Familiarity with predominant public cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Understanding of Industry trends in cloud technologies for public, private and hybrid cloud deployments
- One or more years in a complex and highly regulated industry (e.g., utilities, financial services, healthcare, etc.)
- Experience working with outsourced teams
- Organizational and time management skills
- Experience in working in partnership with colleagues throughout the enterprise
- Familiarity with technologies commonly utilized within an enterprise IT and OT environment
- Strong knowledge of multiple information security domains with an emphasis in Cloud services (AWS, Azure, O365, etc.)
- Operating systems (*nix, Windows, IOS, etc.)
- Networking and network security
- APIs
- Secure coding/application security
- Vulnerability Management
- SIEM
- Identity and Access Management
- Penetration testing
- Scripting (Python, PowerShell, Perl, etc.)
- Security process and control development
- Endpoint protection technology
- OT systems and protocols
- Smart Grid technology
- Some knowledge of IT Security regulations and guidance such as NIST, FISMA & ISO27001
- Familiarity with The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF), Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Open Security Architecture, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cloud Computing Reference Architecture, or other architecture frameworks
- Able to be hands-on with technical engineering and process management skills and the ability to advocate positive transformation within the broader information technology organization
- Able to design & develop reference architectures
- Able to design and develop an API based services layer for consistent integration with the security systems
- Knowledge of security ramifications of energy related regulations (SOX, HIPAA, NERC CIP, FERC, and NRC Nuclear Cyber (10 CFR 73.54)
- Knowledge of security, risk, and control frameworks and standards such as ISO 27001 and 27002, SANS-CAG, NIST, FISMA, COBIT, COSO and ITIL
- Strong writing and analytic ability
- Strong ability to communicate across the enterprise concisely and effectively
- Available to travel
- Self-motivated, with the ability to manage and follow up on multiple tasks simultaneously
- Capable of meeting deadlines
- ISACA or ISC2 certification, such as CISSP, CISM, CISA is a plus
- OSCP is a plus
- Relevant vendor credentials offered by companies such as Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, etc. are a plus
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Primary Location: Texas-The Woodlands Texas : Woodlands || Arkansas : Little Rock || Louisiana : New Orleans || Mississippi : Jackson
Job Function: Corporate
FLSA Status: Professional
Relocation Option:
Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 124691
PS Job Title: CS Architect, Sr
Travel Percentage:Up to 25%
An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets.
EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.
Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
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The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact HRCompliance@entergy.com to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in senior cybersecurity analyst jobs across Texas.
- Active CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification recognized by Texas employers
- Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or a related technical field
- Five or more years of hands-on experience in information security or network defense
- Demonstrated experience with SIEM platforms such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, or IBM QRadar
- Familiarity with NIST, CMMC, or HIPAA compliance frameworks relevant to Texas industries
- Experience supporting or assessing industrial control systems or OT environments preferred
Senior Cybersecurity Analyst Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a senior cybersecurity analyst in Texas?
Most senior cybersecurity analyst roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or information technology combined with at least five years of progressive security experience. Texas does not issue a state-specific cybersecurity license, but employers consistently require industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Security+. Candidates targeting defense contractors in the Dallas-Fort Worth or San Antonio corridors often need or benefit from an active federal security clearance.
How much do senior cybersecurity analysts make in Texas?
Senior cybersecurity analysts 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 senior cybersecurity analysts in Texas?
Employers hiring senior cybersecurity analysts in Texas right now include GM Financial, Texas Health and Human Services Commission, and SAIC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Texas's concentration of defense contractors, financial institutions, and energy companies means demand holds strong across the state year-round.
Which Texas cities have the most senior cybersecurity analyst jobs?
Austin, Houston, and Dallas consistently post the most senior cybersecurity analyst openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth leads due to its dense cluster of financial services firms, telecom companies, and defense contractors, while Austin's technology sector and San Antonio's military installations and USAA headquarters drive significant hiring in those markets.
Are there remote senior cybersecurity analyst jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 53% of senior cybersecurity analyst openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on monitoring dashboards, policy development, and cloud-based security tooling. Roles involving classified government systems or on-site OT infrastructure tend to require in-person work.
How can I get hired as a senior cybersecurity analyst in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a junior analyst or SOC analyst role first, then building toward senior credentials. Large Texas employers including USAA, AT&T, and major hospital systems like HCA Healthcare operate security operations centers that regularly bring on entry-level analysts. Earning a CompTIA Security+ or CySA+ certification before applying signals baseline competency, and lateral moves from IT support, network administration, or systems administration are common stepping stones at Texas employers.
Where can I find and apply to senior cybersecurity analyst jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to senior cybersecurity analyst jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across the state's major markets. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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