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Aws Security Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

... with AWS security pillars, best practices and well designed architecture. Experience in AI/ML is preferable. • Experience with Information Security Architecture - Application security, Threat ...

AWS Security Tech Lead Location: Dallas, TX // San Jose, CA (Onsite 2days) Duration: 4 to 7 Months Contract About R Systems: R Systems is a leading digital product engineering company that designs ...

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As the AWS Security Lead, you will work closely with engineering, DevOps, and IT teams to safeguard sensitive data, mitigate security risks, and ensure compliance with security standards.

AWS Solutions Architect- AI/ML

Austin, TX · Remote

$64.25 - $84.25/hr

Define and implement cloud governance frameworks to ensure compliance with AWS security policies, industry standards, and best practices for data security, AI privacy, and regulatory compliance.

AWS Solutions Architect- AI/ML

Austin, TX · On-site

$64.25 - $84.25/hr

Define and implement cloud governance frameworks to ensure compliance with AWS security policies, industry standards, and best practices for data security, AI privacy, and regulatory compliance.

AWS Solutions Architect- AI/ML

Dallas, TX · On-site

$64 - $84/hr

Define and implement cloud governance frameworks to ensure compliance with AWS security policies, industry standards, and best practices for data security, AI privacy, and regulatory compliance.

AWS Solutions Architect- AI/ML

Dallas, TX · On-site

$64 - $84/hr

Define and implement cloud governance frameworks to ensure compliance with AWS security policies, industry standards, and best practices for data security, AI privacy, and regulatory compliance.

AWS Solutions Architect- AI/ML

Dallas, TX · Remote

$64 - $84/hr

Define and implement cloud governance frameworks to ensure compliance with AWS security policies, industry standards, and best practices for data security, AI privacy, and regulatory compliance.

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How much do aws security jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for aws security in Texas is $24.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.02 and $27.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an AWS Security?

An AWS Security job involves protecting cloud environments hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS) from cyber threats and vulnerabilities. Professionals in this role ensure the security of AWS infrastructure, implement best practices, manage identity and access controls, monitor for threats, and respond to security incidents. They often work with tools like AWS IAM, Security Hub, CloudTrail, GuardDuty, and WAF to maintain compliance and protect sensitive data.

What does an AWS Security professional do?

As an AWS Security professional, your daily tasks often include monitoring and responding to security alerts, configuring access controls, conducting vulnerability assessments, and ensuring compliance with security best practices. You may be responsible for designing and implementing security solutions within AWS, auditing cloud environments, and collaborating with development and operations teams to remediate risks. Regularly reviewing and updating security policies, participating in incident response exercises, and creating documentation for security processes are also common aspects of the role. This position involves a dynamic mix of proactive and reactive tasks to help protect cloud infrastructure and maintain organizational security standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the AWS Security position?

To thrive in an AWS Security role, you need a strong foundation in cloud security, networking concepts, risk assessment, and identity and access management, often supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with AWS security tools (such as AWS IAM, CloudTrail, GuardDuty), experience with automation scripts, and certifications like AWS Certified Security – Specialty are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are important soft skills in this position. These qualifications ensure the ability to safeguard sensitive data, detect threats proactively, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain robust cloud security architectures.

What are the most commonly searched types of Aws Security jobs in Texas?

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What cities in Texas are hiring for Aws Security jobs?

Cities in Texas with the most Aws Security job openings:

Infographic showing various Aws Security job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,343 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

AWS Security Engineer

The Woodlands, TX • On-site

ComTec Information Systems
IT Services • 201 - 500 employees

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Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Title: AWS Security Engineer

Location: The Woodlands, TX, New Orleans, LA, Little Rock, AR or Jackson, MS

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior AWS Security Engineer with strong hands-on experience in AWS security and AWS AgentCore configuration and engineering. The candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, securing, and supporting AWS and agentic AI environments.


Key Responsibilities

  • Design, configure, deploy, and support AWS AgentCore environments.
  • Configure and manage AgentCore Runtime, Gateway, Memory, and Observability.
  • Implement secure IAM, authentication, authorization, and least-privilege access.
  • Secure agent integrations with APIs, applications, AWS services, and enterprise systems.
  • Implement AWS security controls using KMS, Secrets Manager, CloudTrail, CloudWatch, GuardDuty, Security Hub, and AWS Config.
  • Design secure AWS networking using VPC, Security Groups, NACLs, VPC Endpoints, PrivateLink, and WAF.
  • Implement security controls for GenAI and agentic AI workloads, including prompt injection, data leakage, and excessive agent permissions.
  • Automate infrastructure and security deployments using Terraform, CloudFormation, or AWS CDK.
  • Troubleshoot complex AgentCore, IAM, networking, authentication, and security issues.


Required Skills

  • The candidate must have hands-on experience configuring and engineering AWS AgentCore, including AgentCore Runtime, Gateway, Memory, and Observability.
  • Strong experience with AWS security services, including IAM, KMS, Secrets Manager, CloudTrail, CloudWatch, GuardDuty, Security Hub, and AWS Config.
  • Should have strong knowledge of AWS networking and security, including VPCs, Security Groups, NACLs, VPC Endpoints, PrivateLink, WAF, and TLS.
  • Should understand agentic AI and GenAI security, including prompt injection, data protection, agent identity, tool authorization, and excessive permissions.
  • Experience with Amazon Bedrock and integrating AI agents with enterprise applications and APIs.
  • Hands-on experience with Terraform, CloudFormation, or AWS CDK for Infrastructure as Code.
  • Experience with DevSecOps, CI/CD, Git, Docker, and security automation.
  • Scripting experience using Python, Bash, or similar languages and strong knowledge of REST APIs and API security.
  • Strong troubleshooting, threat modeling, security architecture, and incident response skills.
  • AWS Security Specialty certification is preferred.