Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Engineering Manager in Austin

Job Description

MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR TOP SECURITY CLEARANCE

What You'll Do

• Design, build, and manage secure enterprise IT infrastructure spanning endpoint management, and access management (IAM), cloud and on-premises systems, network architecture, computing clusters, help desk operations, incident response, and enterprise security tooling.
• Develop and maintain security automation, infrastructure-as-code, and custom cybersecurity solutions using scripting and programming to improve operational efficiency, threat detection, compliance monitoring, and system resilience.
• Lead cybersecurity engineering initiatives including vulnerability management, security monitoring, log analysis, endpoint protection, access controls, network segmentation, and incident response capabilities.
• Own and drive compliance programs across CMMC, NIST 800-171, ITAR, and related government security frameworks; lead organizational readiness efforts and coordinate successful C3PAO assessments ahead of compliance deadlines.
• Architect and implement secure environments supporting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and future classified programs, including SCIF planning, secure infrastructure design, operational procedures, and security controls.
• Develop and enforce IT security protocols for domestic and international operations, supporting secure travel, field deployments, export-controlled technologies, and mission-critical activities.
• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, mission operations, contracts, business development, and executive leadership to deliver secure, scalable technology solutions that enable company growth and operational excellence.
• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing IT and cybersecurity team while establishing processes, standards, and roadmaps that scale with the organization.

What You'll Need

• Strong hands-on experience in systems administration, cybersecurity engineering, and infrastructure management.
• Advanced proficiency with Linux/Unix administration, command-line operations, Bash scripting, PowerShell, Python, or similar automation and programming .
• Experience developing custom security tools, automations, integrations, or infrastructure management solutions through scripting and software development.
• Deep understanding of networking, operating systems, management, cloud infrastructure, endpoint security, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Demonstrated experience implementing and maintaining compliance with CMMC, NIST 800-171, ITAR, and other government cybersecurity requirements.
• Experience supporting government, defense, aerospace, or highly regulated environments with a practical, risk-based approach to security.
• Proven ability to lead infrastructure and security initiatives while remaining hands-on with technical implementation.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across technical and non-technical teams.

You'll Stand Out

• Direct experience leading CMMC readiness efforts and managing successful C3PAO assessments.
• Background in secure software development, security automation, DevSecOps, threat detection engineering, or cybersecurity tool development.
• Experience designing and supporting classified environments, SCIF construction and accreditation, or programs involving CUI and classified information.
• Active U.S. security clearance or previous clearance eligible for reinstatement.
• Experience in a rapidly scaling defense technology, aerospace, security, robotics, or deep-tech startup environment.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, Security+, CySA+, CASP+, CMMC Certified Professional (CCP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or cloud security certifications.