The Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) is hiring a senior digital forensics analyst to lead cyber investigations and support incident response efforts across state and local government networks.
The analyst, working within DIR’s Cybersecurity Incident Response Team, will conduct forensic analysis of compromised systems, identify threats and vulnerabilities, and develop intelligence to guide security strategies statewide. The role also supports threat hunting, cybersecurity exercises and emergency response coordination with public-sector partners.
The position is based in Austin and reports to DIR Chief Information Security Officer Tony Sauerhoff.
Applicants must have five years of experience in IT or cybersecurity and a bachelor’s degree in IT security, computer science or a related field.
This is a full-time exempt position with a monthly salary range of $8,750-$9,167. The deadline to apply is June 17.
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DIR Seeks Digital Forensics Analyst
The analyst will conduct forensic analysis of compromised systems, identify threats and vulnerabilities, and develop intelligence to guide security strategies statewide.
