Information System Security Officer

Location US-TX-Austin
Job ID
2026-7680
# Positions
1
Experience (Years)
4
Category
Networking/Telecommunications
Deadline Date
1/22/2026
Duration (Hours)
2080
Duration (Months)
12
Visa Restrictions
Authorized to work in the US

Overview

Texas GovLink, Inc is an Austin based firm with experience delivering top-tier technical and business professionals within Texas State Agencies. We are currently seeking an experience Information System Security Officer to play a key role within a high-impact technical services team.

 

At Texas GovLink, we value our consultants and are committed to providing an exceptional experience including:

  • Highly competitive pay rates
  • Local support staff for responsive, personal service
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including:
    • Medical insurance (with employer cost sharing)
    • Life insurance
    • A 401(K) plan with company match
    • Flexible spending through a cafeteria plan

Candidates selected for interviews will be subject to a criminal background check and may be required to pass a drug screening, in compliance with federal and state regulations. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of these checks.

 

Texas GovLink is a proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Responsibilities

Work involves planning, implementing, and monitoring security measures using the NIST Risk Management Framework and Texas security frameworks for information systems and infrastructures. Works under limited supervision, with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

 

DUTIES - The essential duties for this contract include:

  • Assist with implementation and management the TxDOT Secure System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes
  • Coordinates the implementation of system security plans with agency personnel and outside vendors.
  • Confers with users to discuss issues such as account permission and data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.
  • Advises management and users regarding security configurations and procedures.
  • Develops and recommends plans to safeguard information systems from accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
  • Participates in the development of information technology disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
  • Performs and reviews technical risk assessments and reviews of new and existing applications and systems, including data center physical security and environment.
  • Researches, evaluates, and recommends systems and procedures for the prevention, detection, containment, and correction of data security breaches.
  • Performs related work as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum (Required):

Years

Skills/Experience

4-7

Knowledge of common information security management frameworks such as the NIST Risk Management Framework, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and Texas Information Security Standards

4-7

Experience conducting and documenting risk assessments and associated reports and supporting documentation

4-7

Working in security as an Information System Security Officer or equivalent

4-7

Must have a minimum of a Security + or equivalent certifications

 

Preferred (Optional):

Years

Skills/Experience

5

Experience working with critical timelines

3

Experience bridging the technology gap for owners and custodians

3

Excellent written and verbal communication. Fluent in the English language.

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