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Cryptographic Engineer Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Cymertek

Key Management Specialist

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$87K - $105K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

SIMILAR CAREER TITLES Cryptographic Key Manager, Encryption Specialist, Data Protection Analyst, Information Security Specialist, Cybersecurity Analyst, Cryptography Engineer, Security Operations ...

State Street Global Advisors

Senior PKI Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$120K - $202K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

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  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are looking for a senior PKI engineer who can design and implement secure, scalable, and highly automated cryptographic services. The candidate should be comfortable working across infrastructure ...

SpaceX

Security Software Engineer (Starlink)

Bastrop, TX · On-site

SECURITY SOFTWARE ENGINEER (STARLINK) At SpaceX we're leveraging our experience in building rockets ... Design and build security infrastructure for Starlink, including cryptographic services and other ...

Genius Road, LLC

PKI Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Engineer Contract Length: 6-12 months plus potential extension ... Strong understanding of cryptographic principles and technologies, including TLS, PGP, PKI, HSM ...

SpaceX

Sr. Product Security Engineer (Starlink)

Bastrop, TX · On-site

$113K - $156K/yr

SR. PRODUCT SECURITY ENGINEER (STARLINK) At SpaceX we're leveraging our experience in building ... Design and build security infrastructure for Starlink, including cryptographic services and other ...

SpaceX

Embedded Security Engineer (Starlink)

Bastrop, TX · On-site

EMBEDDED SECURITY ENGINEER (STARLINK) At SpaceX we're leveraging our experience in building rockets ... Design and build security infrastructure for Starlink, including cryptographic services and other ...

SpaceX

Sr. Embedded Security Engineer (Starlink)

Bastrop, TX · On-site

$113K - $156K/yr

SR. EMBEDDED SECURITY ENGINEER (STARLINK) At SpaceX we're leveraging our experience in building ... Design and build security infrastructure for Starlink, including cryptographic services and other ...

MDAEdge

Blockchain Protocol Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

... of cryptographic principles, including ECC and hash functions. • Strong understanding of ... Engineering, Computer Science, Theoretical Physics, or a similar discipline. • A history of ...

Apex Systems

PQC Consultant

Southlake, TX · On-site

$90 - $95/hr

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  • Life

  • Retirement

Build and maintain cryptographic services, including key management systems and PKI modernization. * Act as a Subject Matter Expert on PQC across engineering, risk, and business teams. Required ...

DTCC

Blockchain Engineer

Coppell, TX · On-site

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Mentor Associate engineers and promote best practices in Rust and smart contract development ... Stay current with cryptographic and blockchain advancements to help identify and mitigate potential ...

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How much do cryptographic engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for cryptographic engineer in Texas is $89,249.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $108,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a cryptographic engineer do?

A cryptographic engineer designs, develops, and implements encryption algorithms and security protocols to protect data confidentiality and integrity. They analyze cryptographic systems, stay updated on security vulnerabilities, and often work with programming languages like C or Python, as well as cryptography tools and standards. Their work is essential in securing communications, financial transactions, and sensitive information across various industries.

What are some common challenges faced by cryptographic engineers when implementing new encryption protocols in a production environment?

Cryptographic Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring compatibility with existing systems, maintaining performance while integrating robust security measures, and staying ahead of evolving cyber threats. Implementing new protocols may also require extensive testing to avoid vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with industry standards. Effective collaboration with software developers and IT teams is crucial to ensure seamless deployment and minimize potential disruptions to business operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a cryptographic engineer?

To thrive as a Cryptographic Engineer, you need a deep understanding of mathematics, cryptographic algorithms, and computer science, typically supported by a relevant degree in computer science, mathematics, or a related field. Familiarity with cryptographic libraries, security protocols, programming languages like C/C++ or Python, and certifications such as CISSP or CEH are commonly required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective problem-solving skills set standout professionals apart in this role. These competencies are essential to design, implement, and maintain secure systems that protect sensitive data and ensure organizational trust.
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Infographic showing various Cryptographic Engineer job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 83% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $89,249 per year, or $42.9 per hour.

Senior Identity Engineering Services (Systems Developer)

A1FED Inc

San Antonio, TX • Hybrid

$95K - $130K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Location: DHA locations in and around San Antonio, TX Clearance Required: Public Trust (ADP/IT-II); Tier 3 Investigation (NACLC) The IdM Engineer Systems Developer is a senior-level technical professional responsible for the design, development, and support of identity and access management solutions across the DHA enterprise. This role includes engineering support for Active Directory, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Privileged Access Management (PAM), Cryptographic Key Management, and other security-focused identity services. The engineer ensures systems comply with DoD directives, DISA STIGs, and DHA architectural standards. Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, document, and implement standardized, compliant, and forward-looking solutions for identity, access, and credential management, including PKI, PAM, and cryptographic key management.
  • Engineer and maintain directory services architectures including Active Directory Domain Services (ADDS), Active Directory Lightweight Directory Services (ADLDS), and Secure DNS integrated with the latest DHA server baselines and DISA STIGs.
  • Update and sustain the mJAD Architecture & Design Document and related engineering packages.
  • Engineer and support the DHA PKI infrastructure in alignment with DoDI 8520.02, including CA migration, Middleware (e.g., ActivIdentity), and Validator Suites (e.g., Axway).
  • Maintain PKI Certificate Validation Suites and support certificate issuance across LAN/WLAN and Med-COI systems.
  • Engineer identity management solutions to manage users, groups, and assets across hybrid on-prem and cloud environments, enforcing policy-based access to systems, SaaS, and resource partners.
  • Develop identity and authentication architectures compliant with DoD Enterprise ICAM Reference Design and DoDI 8520.03.
  • Deliver identity automation, alerting, reporting, and enforcement policies to meet MHS operational and security requirements.
  • Engineer PKE solutions enabling X.509 certificate usage across MHS applications, ensuring integration with PKI for authentication, confidentiality, data integrity, and non-repudiation.
  • Provide engineering support for certificate-enabled applications such as ActivClient and Axway Desktop Validator.
  • Research, design, and test system-level and embedded software solutions, including network distribution platforms and compilers.
  • Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to develop scalable, secure software architectures for MHS systems.
Preferred Tools & Technologies:
  • Microsoft Active Directory, ADLDS, DNS
  • DoD PKI / Internal Medium Assurance (IMA)
  • ActivIdentity ActivClient, Axway Validator Suites
  • DoD ICAM Reference Architecture
  • PowerShell, LDAP, X.509 certificate utilities
  • Remedy Ticketing System
  • Microsoft Server Operating Systems
  • DoD STIGs, DoDI 8520.02 / 03
Education & Certification Requirements (per DoD 8140 Qualification Matrices) 1) Microsoft Certified: Cyber Security Architect Expert or Azure Solutions Architect Expert 2) Any of the following...
  • Academic Education: Bachelor's degree in information technology, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
  • OR Baseline: FITSP-D or GCSA or GISF or SSCP or GLSC or CISSP

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