Texas Cyber command Launches Major hiring Drive to Bolster Statewide Cybersecurity
Texas is significantly expanding its cybersecurity defenses with a new wave of hiring at the Texas Cyber Command (TXCC), as the state consolidates cyber responsibilities previously held by the Texas Department of Details Resources (DIR). The TXCC is seeking to fill multiple cybersecurity analyst positions in San Antonio to support incident detection, threat research, and statewide defense operations.
The expansion comes as the state invests heavily in its cyber infrastructure. Backed by $345 million in state funding authorized through House Bill 150, the TXCC is centralizing the stateS cybersecurity capabilities. The agency, led by Cyber Chief T.J. White, is building three core units: a Cyber Threat Intelligence Center, a Digital Forensic Lab, and an Incident Response team.
Open positions include Cybersecurity Analyst II and III roles, with varying focuses. Some positions will concentrate on general operational readiness, while others will specialize in threat research or security operations center (SOC) monitoring. All positions will be located within the cybersecurity Operations division and contribute to the TXCC’s mission of identifying,analyzing,and responding to cyber threats across texas.
The Cybersecurity Analyst III position, specifically designated as a SOC Analyst, will be crucial to DIR’s enterprise cybersecurity operations. Responsibilities include incident response, forensic investigations, managing endpoint detection platforms, and conducting vulnerability analysis. This role supports over 50,000 state users and carries a monthly salary range of $9,041 to $9,458.
Cybersecurity Analyst II positions offer more specialized tracks. One posting prioritizes incident response, risk assessments, and continuous monitoring, including alert management, vulnerability triage, and contributions to agency security planning. This position offers a monthly salary of $7,833 to $8,025. Another Analyst II role focuses on threat research and advanced analytics, encompassing the growth of detection content, malware analysis, and collaboration with Texas public-sector entities. This position also pays between $7,833 and $8,025 per month.
Candidates for all positions should possess several years of cybersecurity experience. Preferred qualifications include industry certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or GIAC.While a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity, information systems, or a related field is preferred, additional relevant experience may be substituted.
The TXCC is preparing to fully absorb cybersecurity operations from DIR by the end of 2026, marking a meaningful shift in the state’s approach to digital defense. These new analyst roles are integral to that transition and the ongoing effort to strengthen Texas’s cybersecurity posture.
Why: The Texas Cyber Command (TXCC) is expanding its cybersecurity capabilities due to increasing cyber threats and a state-level commitment to digital defense. This expansion is driven by a $345 million investment authorized through House Bill 150.
Who: The TXCC, led by Cyber Chief T.J.White, is the primary entity driving this initiative. They are seeking to hire multiple Cybersecurity Analysts (II and III) in San Antonio. The transition also involves the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR), whose cybersecurity operations will be absorbed by the TXCC.
What: The TXCC is launching a major hiring drive to fill cybersecurity analyst positions. These roles encompass incident response, threat research, forensic investigations, vulnerability analysis, and SOC monitoring. The agency is also building three core units: a Cyber Threat Intelligence Center,a Digital forensic Lab,and an Incident Response team.
How did it end? The transition of cybersecurity operations from DIR to TX
