77 security and it jobs are open in Texas, on employers' own career pages, from 45 employers. 56 percent of these postings list a pay range. The middle half of listed pay runs from $98,750 to $147,975, with a median of $122,500. The places with the most are Austin, TX (16); Boston, MA (9); Plano, TX (8). 14 percent are fully remote. A typical posting has been open 26 days.
Applications here go through Workday (35%), USAJOBS (25%), Greenhouse (20%), iCIMS (8%).
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U.S. Coast Guard, Department of Homeland Security
Port Arthur, TX · Posted Oct 16
MARINE TRANS SYS SPEC (CYBER)
$89,508 to $116,362 a year16% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is…
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Information and Technology, Department of Veterans Affairs
Phoenix, AZ and 17 more places · Posted Oct 15
IT Specialist
$76,463 to $118,204 a year21% below the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/26/2026.
Department of the Air Force Headquarters, Department of the Air Force
Lackland AFB, TX · Posted Oct 14
IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (INFOSEC)
$132,751 to $181,428 a year28% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the…
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Information and Technology, Department of Veterans Affairs
Hines, IL and 7 more places · Posted Oct 13
Supervisory IT Cybersecurity Specialist (INFOSEC)
$126,384 to $164,301 a year19% above the median listed hereSeen todayNew this weekFederal (USAJOBS)
OIS manages VA's cybersecurity program to protect Veteran data and VA information systems.
Defense Contract Audit Agency, Department of Defense
Irving, TX and 1 more place · Posted Oct 9
Information Technology Specialist (Development and Analysis) Senior Solutions Architect
$136,736 to $187,093 a year32% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
For vacancies below the full-performance level of the position, the basic requirement will be evaluated on a developmental basis.
Federal Emergency Management Agency, Department of Homeland Security
Denton, TX · Posted Oct 7
TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST
$97,307 to $126,502 a year9% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is located in Region Six, Mission Support Division.
McKesson
Irving, TX · Posted Oct 7
Lead Cyber Intelligence Analyst
$151,600 to $252,600 a year65% above the median listed hereSeen today
McKesson is seeking a highly skilled Lead Information Security Analyst to strengthen our cyber threat intelligence capabilities.
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice
Leavenworth, KS and 1 more place · Posted Oct 1
Information Technology Specialist (Senior Computer Specialist)
$89,508 to $158,322 a yearSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities/competencies to perform successfully the duties…
Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice
Leavenworth, KS and 1 more place · Posted Oct 1
Supervisory Information Technology Specialist (Supervisory Computer Specialist)
$106,437 to $158,322 a year8% above the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
To be considered for this position you must meet the following requirements: Basic Requirements: Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and…
Air Force Civilian Career Training, Department of the Air Force
Lackland AFB, TX · Posted Oct 1
Computer Scientist
$81,901 to $129,717 a year14% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
As a Palace Acquire Intern you will experience both personal and professional growth while dealing effectively and ethically with change, complexity, and…
Air Force Civilian Career Training, Department of the Air Force
Salt Lake City, UT and 17 more places · Posted Oct 1
IT SPECIALIST
$50,460 to $113,185 a year33% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
GS-7: Bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement (S.A.A) for two-grade interval positions in a course of study that directly reflects the…
Highwire
Posted Sep 30
Account Director, Public Relations (Cybersecurity)
$110,000 to $135,000 a yearSeen today
In this role, Account Directors oversee 4-5 account teams, providing strategic leadership, senior client counsel, and mentorship.
Invesco
Houston, TX · Posted Sep 30
Senior Principal Security Architect
$120,000 to $130,000 a yearSeen today
If you're looking for challenging work, intelligent colleagues, and exposure across a global footprint, come explore your potential at Invesco.
PepsiCo
Plano, TX · Posted Sep 29
Cyber Security Incident Response Senior Manager
$123,500 to $206,750 a year35% above the median listed hereSeen today
The Cyber Security Incident Response Senior Manager is responsible for the overall response to security incidents and threats.
Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation
Anchorage, AK and 10 more places · Posted Sep 28
IT Specialist (Security)
$77,351 to $119,883 a year19% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the…
3M
Austin, TX · Posted Sep 24
Cyber Defense Operations Lead
$287,281 to $351,122 a year161% above the median listed hereSeen today
This position provides an opportunity to transition from other private, public, government or military experience to a 3M career.
PepsiCo
Plano, TX · Posted Sep 23
SAP Security Manager
$110,700 to $185,250 a year21% above the median listed hereSeen today
The SAP Security Sustain Manager leads the day-to-day operation of SAP Security services across production and non-production environments.
PepsiCo
Plano, TX · Posted Sep 22
Cybersecurity GRC Assoc Principal
$93,500 to $156,450 a yearSeen today
The GRC Associate Principal supports the execution and operational management of PepsiCo's Global Information Security Requirements (GISR) program and…
Air National Guard Units, Department of the Air Force
Federal Medical Center Carswell, TX · Posted Sep 19
IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN) (Title 32)
$81,186 to $105,547 a year24% below the median listed hereSeen todayFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is a Title 32 Dual Status Technician position requiring Texas Air National Guard membership located in Fort Worth, TX.
Charles River Associates
Boston, MA and 2 more places · Posted Sep 16
Associate/Cyber Incident Response eDiscovery (Forensic Services practice)
$92,500 to $100,000 a year21% below the median listed hereSeen todayEntry level
We are seeking an Associate to join our Cyber Incident Response & eDiscovery team in Chicago, Boston, Washington, DC, or New York.
Charles River Associates
Boston, MA and 2 more places · Posted Sep 16
Consulting Associate/Cyber Incident Response eDiscovery (Forensic Services practice)
$100,000 to $126,500 a year8% below the median listed hereSeen todayEntry level
We are seeking a Consulting Associate to join our Cyber Incident Response & eDiscovery team in Chicago, Boston, Washington, DC, or New York.
CrowdStrike
Austin, TX · Posted Sep 15
Security Researcher - Spanish/Portuguese Speaking
$70,000 to $95,000 a year33% below the median listed hereSeen today
CrowdStrike is looking for a self-starting, action-oriented, and highly motivated Security Researcher to join our Counter Adversary Operations Team.
Defense Information Systems Agency, Department of Defense
Gunter AFB, AL and 11 more places · Posted Sep 3
IT CYBERSECURITY SPECIALIST (NETWORK/INFOSEC)
$106,437 to $158,322 a year8% above the median listed hereSeen todayOpen 46 daysFederal (USAJOBS)
This position is being recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service.
Security and IT jobs by place in Texas
| Place | Open jobs |
|---|---|
| Austin, TX | 16 |
| Boston, MA | 9 |
| Plano, TX | 8 |
| Houston, TX | 4 |
| Irving, TX | 4 |
| Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX | 3 |
| Fort Worth, TX | 3 |
| San Antonio, TX | 3 |
| Anchorage, AK | 2 |
| Dallas, TX | 2 |
| Denton, TX | 2 |
| Gunter AFB, AL | 2 |
| Lackland AFB, TX | 2 |
| Leavenworth, KS | 2 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 2 |
Who is hiring security and it in Texas
| Employer | Open jobs | Typical posted pay |
|---|---|---|
| Charles River Associates | 9 | $113,250 |
| PepsiCo | 6 | $147,975 |
| Aledade | 4 | |
| PayPal | 4 | |
| Vanguard | 3 | |
| Air Force Civilian Career Training, Department of the Air Force | 2 | |
| Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System, Department of Justice | 2 | |
| Cook Children's | 2 |
Counts are open postings on each employer's own career page. Staffing firms and job boards are left out.
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How many security and it jobs are open in Texas?
77 on Oct 18, 2026, from 45 employers, read from employers' own career pages. The number changes as employers post and close roles.
Where in Texas are most security and it jobs?
Austin, TX (16); Boston, MA (9); Plano, TX (8).
Do security and it jobs in Texas pay more than the US?
The median listed pay here is $122,500; across the US it is $152,550. Both come from postings that state pay, and a listed range is the employer's budget, not an offer.
How much do security and it jobs in Texas pay?
56 percent of postings list a pay range. The median listed pay is $122,500 and the middle half runs from $98,750 to $147,975. A listed range is the employer's budget for the role, not an offer.
Which employers are hiring security and it in Texas?
The employers with the most openings are Charles River Associates (9), PepsiCo (6), Aledade (4). The full list is above.
How long do these postings stay open?
A typical posting has been open 26 days, and 23 percent have been open more than 60 days. An old posting is not always a closed one.
How do I apply?
Each job links to the employer's own application page. Open the posting, read the requirements and apply there. If you want a score for how well your resume matches a job, create a free Second Summit account and we score it with the reasons.
Where does this list come from?
We read employers' own career pages and USAJOBS. We do not list jobs from job boards or search services, and we do not estimate pay.
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