Senior Lead Network Security Engineer

Senior Lead Network Security Engineer
Client: State of Texas c
Location: Austin, TX
Work Mode: Hybrid (3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote)
Experience Required: 15+ Years (Mandatory)
Only Local Texas Candidates
Must currently reside in Texas
Valid Texas Driver’s License required

Role Overview

The Senior Lead Network Security Engineer / Enterprise Network Cloud Security Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-grade security controls across cloud infrastructure, cloud-native applications, and AI/ML platforms.

This role focuses on risk reduction, regulatory compliance, and secure cloud & AI innovation for the Office of the Attorney General of Texas.

Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and manage security controls for IaaS, PaaS, and cloud-native workloads
Secure AI & ML systems, including development environments, training pipelines, data pipelines, APIs, and inference services
Assess and mitigate risks related to cloud misconfigurations, IAM, data exposure, and insecure APIs
Implement and maintain cloud security tools such as CSPM, CWPP, CIEM, container security, and API security
Collaborate with Engineering, DevOps, Data Science, and AI teams to embed security into CI/CD, DevSecOps, and MLOps pipelines
Conduct security architecture reviews, threat modeling, and risk assessments
Define and enforce enterprise security standards, guardrails, and best practices
Monitor cloud and AI environments, investigate alerts, and support incident response
Add/modify Splunk alerts using TTPs and triage security notables
Ensure protection of sensitive data through encryption, key management, DLP, and privacy controls
Support compliance with SOC 2, ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, and internal security policies
Stay current on emerging cloud and AI security threats and vulnerabilities

Required Skills & Qualifications

15+ years of experience in Security Architecture and Enterprise Security Engineering
Strong expertise in cloud security architecture (public, private, hybrid, multi-cloud)
Deep understanding of cloud threat models, risk analysis, and mitigation strategies
Hands-on experience with Splunk (alerts, dashboards, executive reporting)
Experience designing enterprise security architectures aligned with business strategy
Strong knowledge of NIST and ISO 27001 security frameworks
Proven ability to resolve complex security issues in large, decentralized environments
Experience conducting forensic investigations on cyber incidents
Experience creating and maintaining cloud security policies and standards

Mandatory Certifications (Any 2 Required)

GSEC
CEH
CISA
CCSP

Preferred Certifications

AWS Solutions Architect
Cloud Security Certification
OpenStack Administrator Certification
Other relevant cloud or security certifications

Preferred Technical Experience

Endpoint Detection & Response (CrowdStrike, EndGame, CyberReason)
Email Threat Management (Proofpoint, Mimecast, Microsoft)
SIEM platforms (Splunk, Rapid7, Sumo Logic)
DLP / CASB solutions (Symantec, Microsoft, Bitglass, Netskope)
Cloud Enterprise Network Security (Cisco Umbrella, Palo Alto, Zscaler)

Important Notes

This position is Hybrid and requires onsite presence in Austin, TX
Only Texas local candidates will be considered
Requirements may evolve based on project and organizational needs

Thanks and Regards
Ramsaran CK
Texas Certified HUB Vendor | Direct vendor to the State of Texas.
Recruiting Public Sector IT Talent in Texas | DIR ITSAC | Prime Vendor
+1 512-271-9173 (M) | RAM@TEKWINGS.COM