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Full Time Data Security Engineer Jobs in Dallas, TX

4341

Data Security Engineer

Dallas, TX

PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage * 100% coverage ... The Data Security Engineer will be responsible for defining and enforcing the security posture of ...

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HF Sinclair

Senior Data Security Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$113K - $155K/yr

As the first dedicated data security engineering role, this position provides handson technical leadership while simultaneously shaping architecture standards, maturity targets, and implementation ...

HollyFrontier

Senior Data Security Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$113K - $155K/yr

As the first dedicated data security engineering role, this position provides handson technical leadership while simultaneously shaping architecture standards, maturity targets, and implementation ...

HF Sinclair

Senior Data Security Engineer

Dallas, TX

$113K - $155K/yr

As the first dedicated data security engineering role, this position provides hands‑on technical leadership while simultaneously shaping architecture standards, maturity targets, and implementation ...

HF Sinclair

Senior Data Security Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$113K - $155K/yr

As the first dedicated data security engineering role, this position provides hands-on technical leadership while simultaneously shaping architecture standards, maturity targets, and implementation ...

Monitise

Data Security Engineer

Frisco, TX · On-site

As a Data Security Engineer, you design, implement, and enhance security controls that protect sensitive data across our enterprise. You work closely with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and ...

Cetera

Senior Security Engineer

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

$113K - $155K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Security Engineer with strong experience in data discovery, classification ... full-time roles, a benefits package including: * Inclusive health, dental, vision, and life ...

Cetera

Senior Security Engineer

Dallas, TX · Hybrid

$113K - $155K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Security Engineer with strong experience in data discovery, classification ... full-time roles, a benefits package including: * Inclusive health, dental, vision, and life ...

Vailexa

Senior Security Engineer

Plano, TX

$109K - $150K/yr

Client is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to support a broader enterprise data security program focused on identifying, classifying, labeling, and remediating sensitive data exposure across ...

Equinix

Principal Data Security Architect

Dallas, TX · Remote

Beyond engineering, the role shapes enterprise data governance strategy and partners closely with ... full-time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our ...

East West Bank

Senior Security Engineer

Dallas, TX

$115K - $160K/yr

Data Security * Familiarity with data classification, DLP, and governance solutions. * Support data classification, labeling, and handling requirements. * Assist with DLP policy tuning, monitoring ...

East West Bank

Senior Security Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$115K/yr

Data Security * Familiarity with data classification, DLP, and governance solutions. * Support data classification, labeling, and handling requirements. * Assist with DLP policy tuning, monitoring ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time data security engineer in Dallas, TX is $151,128.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,500.00 and $156,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Data Security Engineer vs Data Security Analyst?

AspectFull Time Data Security EngineerData Security Analyst
CertificationsCompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISACompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISA
Work EnvironmentDesigning and implementing security measures, working with IT teamsMonitoring security systems, analyzing threats, reporting findings
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, finance, healthcare, governmentFinancial institutions, tech firms, consulting firms

Full Time Data Security Engineers focus on building and maintaining security infrastructure, while Data Security Analysts primarily monitor and analyze security threats. Both roles require similar certifications and are vital in protecting organizational data, but their daily tasks and responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Data Security Engineer job openings in Dallas, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 69% In-person, 8% Hybrid, and 23% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $151,128 per year, or $72.7 per hour.

Data Security Engineer

4341

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Position reports in Enterprise Data Services and is instrumental in architecting, implementing, and maintaining robust security configurations across our enterprise data platform, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our most valuable assets. This is a hybrid role requiring strong expertise in both Data Engineering principles and advanced Data Security architecture.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

  • PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
  • 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
  • Paid Time Off, available day one
  • Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
  • Paid Parental Leave Benefit
  • Wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
  • Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
  • Education
    Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field or
    Master's Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field.
  • Experience
    5 years of professional experience in Data Engineering, Information Security, or a combination of both, with a strong focus on securing large-scale data platforms.

JOB DUTIES
  • The Data Security Engineer will be responsible for defining and enforcing the security posture of our data ecosystem, while also contributing to core data platform architecture.
  • Security Architecture & Implementation: Design, implement, and manage advanced security configurations for the data platform, focusing specifically on tools like Azure Purview for data governance, Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategies, and Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) across cloud environments.
  • IAM & Access Control: Expertly define, configure, and maintain Identity and Access Management (IAM) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) policies across data environments (e.g., data lakes, data warehouses, streaming platforms) to enforce the principle of least privilege.
  • Data Engineering & Pipeline Security: Collaborate with Data Engineering teams to embed security controls directly into data ingestion and processing pipelines, ensuring data is secured and compliant from source to consumption.
  • Protocol Establishment: Establish and maintain comprehensive safety protocols and controls to protect all data collected, processed, and used by the organization throughout its entire lifecycle.
  • Compliance and Governance: Ensure the strict compliance of data security policies, processes, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) within the day-to-day management and operation of the data platform.
  • Security Assessment and Optimization: Continually assess the effectiveness of existing security measures, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend necessary updates, renewals, or new opportunities for improving the security landscape.
  • Secure Data Transfer: Implement mechanisms to avoid unsafe data transmission. Design and manage confidential data transfers, ensuring they are protected using robust methods like firewall protection and encryption.
  • Vulnerability Testing: Plan, execute, and analyze results from regular penetration testing and vulnerability scanning on the data systems to proactively identify and remediate weaknesses.
  • Incident Response & Forensics: Participate in the data security incident response process, specifically by compiling post-breach information and data for comprehensive forensic analysis and reporting.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

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