CTO Technical Architect

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS • Austin, TX

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The CTO Technical Architect plays a critical role in bridging enterprise infrastructure and cybersecurity. This role leads the design and implementation of secure, scalable, and resilient IT infrastructure, ensuring that security is embedded into every layer of technology architecture. The architect partners with infrastructure, security, and business teams to modernize platforms, mitigate risks, and deliver solutions that meet both operational and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and associated security frameworks.
• Knowledge of the limitations and capabilities of computer systems, the techniques used in the design of non-automated systems, information technology equipment, applicable programming languages, computer hardware and software, computer operating systems, writing program code, and automated mapping.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks (NIST, CIS, HIPAA, CJIS, FedRAMP, ISO 27001).
• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline security.
• Knowledge of incident response, threat modeling, and penetration testing.
• Skills in identity and access management (IAM), encryption, PKI, and network security (firewalls, VPN, zero trust).
• Hands-on skills with infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, CloudFormation) and automation.
• Strong communication and leadership skills;
• Ability to translate between infrastructure and security stakeholders.
• Skilled with SIEM, SOAR, and security monitoring platforms (Splunk, Sentinel, QRadar).
• Skilled with zero trust architecture implementation.
• Ability to lead teams through both infrastructure modernization and security transformation projects.
• Skill in solving problems; in scheduling, testing, installing, and implementing programs; and in troubleshooting computer systems.
• Ability to analyze systems and procedures, to write and revise standards and procedures, and to communicate effectively.
• Ability to oversee and/or supervise the work of others.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience on a year-for-year basis) preferred
• 7+ years of experience in infrastructure architecture (network, servers, virtualization, storage, or cloud).
• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity architecture or engineering.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, AWS/Azure Security Specialty, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional initiatives involving infrastructure and security, ensuring alignment with enterprise IT strategy.
• Define secure infrastructure roadmaps, architecture patterns, and standards.
• Provide technical leadership on projects spanning networks, cloud, storage, and endpoint security.
• Architect and implement core infrastructure solutions (network, computer, storage, virtualization, cloud) with security controls embedded by design.
• Partner with cybersecurity teams to ensure compliance with standards (NIST, CIS, HIPAA, CJIS, FedRAMP).
• Develop secure configuration baselines for servers, endpoints, and cloud services.
• Design secure architectures for on-premises and cloud workloads, including hybrid deployments.
• Oversee system integration, data protection, encryption, and access control measures.
• Evaluate and recommend tools for monitoring, logging, and threat detection within infrastructure projects.
• Conduct risk assessments of infrastructure changes, identify vulnerabilities, and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure infrastructure projects adhere to regulatory compliance and agency security policies.
• Participated in incident response planning and disaster recovery testing.
• Assess current vs. desired state of enterprise infrastructure security, identify gaps, and develop roadmaps for modernization.
• Support IT investment planning with security-driven justifications.
• Provide training and guidance to infrastructure and security teams on secure design principles, best practices, and new technologies.
• Promote a culture of shared accountability between infrastructure and security teams.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned to support enterprise infrastructure and security initiatives.

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
• a defined benefit pension plan
• generous time off benefits
• numerous opportunities for career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level