Security Consultant Jobs in Texas

A Security Consultant is a professional expert who safeguards a company's value by identifying security risks, developing secure systems, and implementing measures to protect against data breaches, cyber attacks, and other threats. Their tasks often include conducting security audits, developing security protocols, training staff, defining access privileges, and monitoring security violations. They also provide advice on the latest technology and procedures to optimize security and reduce risks. Some specific skills required for this job include risk management, computer forensics, ethical hacking, and knowledge of laws and regulations related to information security.

Prior to becoming a Security Consultant, one might have held roles such as a Network Administrator, Systems Administrator, or Information Security Analyst. These positions provide a solid foundation in understanding system vulnerabilities and ways to combat potential threats. Essential certifications for a Security Consultant may include Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). These certifications demonstrate a high level of expertise and commitment to staying updated on latest security trends.

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Network Security Analyst

  • Austin, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Review data center physical security policies and practices. Handle additional related tasks as assigned. Required Skills & Experience: Minimum 10 12 years of relevant experience....

Product Security Analyst, Events Team

  • Austin, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 21 hours ago

HackerOne is the global leader in human-powered security, harnessing the creativity of the world's largest community of security researchers with cutting-edge AI to protect your digital assets....

Remote Work

SAP GRC Security Consultant.

  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 1 day ago

3 7+ years of experience in SAP Security and SAP GRC Access Control. Strong understanding of SAP role design concepts: derived roles, composite roles, single roles. Hands-on experience with:...

Application Security Consultant

  • Plano, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 1 day ago

Job Title: Sr Application Security Consultant Location: Hybrid role i either in Plano, TX or Reston, VA) Responsibilities: Provide guidance and act as security advisors to Application development team...

Senior Security Consultant Post-Quantum Cryptography

  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago

Senior Security Consultant Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) in Telco Industry Location : Irving, TX, 3 days in office About the Role A leading Telecommunications Organization is embarking on a mission...

Senior Security Consultant- (PQC) Telco

  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago

What We're Looking For Proven experience in high-level security architecture or consulting roles in large-scale environments Deep understanding of cryptographic protocols including but not limited...

Senior Security Consultant

  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago

Client - Verizon Need 13+ years folks Senior Security Consultant Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) in Telco Industry Location: Irving, TX Duration: 12+ Months ________________________________________...

Senior Security Consultant (PKI, Secure boot, Cryptography)

  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 1 day ago

Senior Security Consultant - Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) in Telco Industry Location: Irving, TX (or Remote) Employment Type: Contract About the Role A leading Telecommunications Organization is...

We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Security Strategist to join our Strategic Customer Engagements (SCE) team. In this role you will work across our most complex and strategic customers....

Security Consultant-Security Risk Management

  • Irving, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 4 days ago

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely - even if they're daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power...

Electronic Security Coordinator

  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago

Performs Electronic Security System (ESS) support work that is moderately complex in nature. Provides first and second-level security system user support both on-site as well as through remote...

Logistics Protection Security & Risk Manager

  • Plano, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 5 days ago

Volt is immediately hiring for a Logistics Protection Security & Risk Manager in Plano, TX or Santa Ana, CA Perks:Relocation is available to either Plano, TX or Santa Ana, CA.Wellness...

Security Consultant

  • Irving, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 6 days ago

We re building an elite team of Top-Level Security Consultants to design and lead the next generation of cryptographic protection, with a strong focus on Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)....

Senior Security Consultant Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) in Telco Industry Location: Irving, TX 3 days onsite 12+Months Contract What We're Looking For Proven experience in high-level security architecture...

Senior Security Consultant Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC)

  • Irving, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Irving, TX
  • 7 days ago

Hi, We have an immediate Openings with Our Direct Client for a Long-term contract position Senior Security Consultant Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) in Telcom Industry Location: Irving, TX 3 days onsite...

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Salary for Security Consultant Jobs in Texas

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Highest Education Level

Security Consultants in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.6%
Master's Degree
16.4%
High School or GED
15.8%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
12.4%
Some College
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
2.4%
Some High School
0.7%


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