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Cyber Operator Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Cyber Defense Operations Lead

Austin, TX · On-site

$287K - $351K/yr

Cyber Defense Operations Lead Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing where to ... operating rhythms. * Oversee monitoring, incident response coordination, detection engineering ...

Cyber Defense Operations Lead

Austin, TX · On-site

$287K - $351K/yr

Cyber Defense Operations Lead Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing where to ... operating rhythms. * Oversee monitoring, incident response coordination, detection engineering ...

Defensive Counter Cyber - DCC

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$90K - $116K/yr

We are seeking a Defensive Counter Cyber - DCC - Senior to support our mission at Lackland AFB in ... More than 5 years of experience with extensive knowledge of operating systems fundamentals. BA/BS ...

Defensive Counter Cyber - DCC

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$90K - $116K/yr

We are seeking a Defensive Counter Cyber - DCC - Senior to support our mission at Lackland AFB in ... More than 5 years of experience with extensive knowledge of operating systems fundamentals. BA/BS ...

CNO Developer

San Antonio, TX

$113K - $156K/yr

Operating within a complex and dynamic mission environment, this position is integral to supporting Air Force Cyberspace Command and U.S. Cyber Command objectives. You will be directly involved with ...

CNO Developer

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$110 - $140/hr

Operating within a complex and dynamic mission environment, this position is integral to supporting Air Force Cyberspace Command and U.S. Cyber Command objectives. You will be directly involved with ...

Our Deloitte Cyber team understands the unique challenges and opportunities businesses face in ... Designing, implementing, and operating technology and process solutions to reduce data risk ...

Cyber Data Protection/PKI Manager

Dallas, TX

$109K - $148K/yr

Our Deloitte Cyber team understands the unique challenges and opportunities businesses face in ... Designing, implementing, and operating technology and process solutions to reduce data risk ...

Director, Cyber Defense

Dallas, TX · On-site

$109K - $148K/yr

The Role The Director, Cyber Defense, leads Kyndryl's operational defense mission across a globally ... than operating in isolation from it. * Strong command of incident response methodologies and ...

Cyber Data Protection/PKI Manager

Austin, TX

$110K - $148K/yr

Our Deloitte Cyber team understands the unique challenges and opportunities businesses face in ... Designing, implementing, and operating technology and process solutions to reduce data risk ...

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How much do cyber operator jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for cyber operator in Texas is $123,575.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $109,000.00 and $137,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Cyber Operator do?

A Cyber Operator is responsible for monitoring, securing, and defending an organization's digital infrastructure against cyber threats. They conduct vulnerability assessments, respond to security incidents, and implement protective measures to safeguard sensitive data. Their role often involves using specialized tools to detect malicious activities and prevent cyberattacks. Cyber Operators may work in military, government, or corporate settings where cybersecurity is critical.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cyber Operator?

To thrive as a Cyber Operator, you need a solid background in information security, network operations, and incident response, typically supported by certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CEH, or CISSP. Familiarity with security tools like IDS/IPS, SIEM platforms, firewalls, and penetration testing software is commonly required. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders are valuable soft skills in this field. These competencies enable Cyber Operators to effectively safeguard organizations' digital assets and rapidly respond to emerging cyber threats.

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Infographic showing various Cyber Operator job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 46% Full Time, 51% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,575 per year, or $59.4 per hour.

Senior Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO) Programming Modeling Subject Matter Expert (SME)

ITI Solutions

San Antonio, TX • On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Other

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Senior Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO) Programming ModelingLocation: Lackland AFB, San Antonio, TexasAbout ITI Solutions, Inc.ITI Solutions, Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) with a strong track record supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs, including U.S. Army vehicle production, sustainment, and modernization efforts.Founded by a Service-Disabled Veteran, we bring mission-driven expertise in engineering support, logistics coordination, and program execution to critical national defense initiatives.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, ITI Solutions is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and maintaining a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.JOB SUMMARY:The 91 COS has an operational requirement for the development, maintenance, and instruction of standardized cyber operations utilizing TNO platforms in support of Combatant Commanders on a global basis. The goal is to provide operations personnel with detailed training courses to enhance the MQT of crewmembers. The developed courseware will familiarize crew trainees with TNO operations using present and future platforms. Courseware depth will be relevant to crew responsibilities and will increase with each level of instruction. The 91 COS is tasked with multiple mission areas requiring analytical support. This analysis will require use of higher-level tools to obtain automation of network characterization and baseline trending for highly technical mission areas. This task also assists cyberspace operations special access program (SAP)-related efforts for planning requirements, community coordination, policy, and doctrine.PRIMARY DUTY RESPONSIBILITIES:CONEMP: The 91 COS is adding new capabilities and systems as a very fast pace. The unit needs to maintain data from all platforms in a way which allows for correlation, sorting, parsing, reporting, gathering statistical data, and data sharing to national and other tactical units’ databases. Additionally, the unit needs coherent knowledge management over five different classifications of systems and to facilitate standardization across all systems, platforms, and weapons systems. This position will work in the Mission Support (MS) directorate.Using feedback from the customer and oversight by the 91 COS leadership, the contractor shall maintain the cyber warfare platform database and ensure functionality throughout the lifecycle of the system.Provide periodic preventive maintenance of the present and future cyber warfare platform databases.Develop short and long-term storage solutions.Maintain and continue development of servers designed to assist analytical functions in support of the cyber operations platforms.Responsible for developing and maintaining operating procedures and documenting all maintenance actions for all processes performed.Ensure the database has the ability to show trends for mission sets resulting in recommendations of likelihood of success or failure.Electronic versions and additional paper copies for Government review of all network characterization and awareness documents/efforts as required by the Government.Develop methodologies based on mission analysis to increase mission success.Train squadron personnel on findings and assist in developing short/long term solutions/methodologies for mission execution.Work closely with the principal analyst, the contractor shall ensure the analysis of data is performed in a timely manner, is completed accurately, and is retrievable from the database to assist in long-term analysis when necessary. Working closely with Elastic (ELK) database/programming support personnel, the contractor shall ensure accuracy of data, availability of data, and data integrity.Create queries for data migration to external database systems.Maintain backup strategy for database systems.Configure database servers to ensure maximum efficiency of 91 COS operations.Provide expertise/working knowledge of telecommunications, Internet Protocols, Elasticsearch, Logistash, Kibana (ELK)Provide OJT to other contractors, military, and/or civilian personnel and maintain continuity folders/working aids to ensure efficient transition when personnel rotate.Must have experience with Confluence, SharePoint, and JIRA.Manage document trees and file/folder structures.Track and maintain official documentation.Manage document workflows.Manage permissions to CMS.Act as POC for access requests to CMS.Demonstrate knowledge of Real-Time Operations and Innovation processes, techniques, and procedures in order to recommend development and/or enhancement to software in support of 91 COS operations.Improve and maintain mission-related knowledge management databases (e.g., Oracle, SharePoint, and Confluence).Must have sufficient technical knowledge to understand, follow, and record cyber-related operations data.Design, develop, maintain, test, and evaluate software changes to ensure mission essential functionalities are sustained.Remove database efficiency through SQL design (Elasticsearch is a “Non-SQL” databaseManage privileges and access to the ELK Stack (SSO via CASPORT etc.)Manage containers in a cloud environmentManage Single Sign-on (SSO) using OIDCDevelop and maintain data ingest and enrichment using Logstash and Elasticsearch pipelinesQualificationsSecurity Clearance: Top Secret SCI – Willing to take PolygraphEducation/Certifications: DoD 8140 IAT Level II CertificationRelevant Experience: 5-7 years of progressively responsible Offensive Cyber Operations/tool development support experience; comparable to work performed as a mid level analyst; 5-7 years supporting DoD/AF organizationsKey Requirements: Must have sufficient expertise/working knowledge of telecommunications, Internet Protocols, Elasticsearch, Logistash, Kibana (ELK) and ORACLE #J-18808-Ljbffr