TCEQ - Cybersecurity Procurement Specialist

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting in the CAPPS Career Section: may apply to the job directly through the CAPPS Career Section. It is not necessary to apply both through Work In Texas and CAPPS Career SectionAre you an experienced Cybersecurity Procurement Specialist, ready for a unique opportunity to grow with an environmental state agency?Join TCEQ We bring passion and drive to carry out our mission of protecting our stateand#8217;s public health and natural resources.YOUR FUTURE TEAMAs part of TCEQ Administrative Services, you would help support the logistical and operational structure for TCEQ statewide -- the business foundation for the whole agency. See details about what we do.This position is a member of our Cybersecurity Division.HEREand#8217;S WHAT YOUand#8217;LL BE DOINGSupport the TCEQ cybersecurity program by Developing an annual budget, performing tracking and reconciling expenses to the budget, and developing procurement documents to acquire goods and services through the Texas Department of Information Resources or other state programs.Assist Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in determining requirements for the purchase of cyber-security goods and services; participate in the development of new cybersecurity service contracts; facilitate contracting procurement activities; and provide guidance and information on the development, monitoring and management of cybersecurity support and services contracts.Lead the development and preparation of contract-related documents, including proposed cybersecurity contract specifications, scope of work, minimum qualifications, notices and solicitations, selection procedures, draft agreements, and any special contract-necessitated instructions and forms to support the cybersecurity program.Ensure cybersecurity expenditure is an appropriate use of legislative funds in collaboration with the CISO. Monitor and advise on cybersecurity projectsand#8217; budget projections to reduce the risk of projects completing over budget.Adhere to state purchasing and contract management guidance regarding cybersecurity procurement, including contracts and amendments, purchase orders, work orders, and change orders; and enter the information into the TCEQ centralized database to facilitate accurate reporting.Develop and present cybersecurity purchasing training and contract monitoring, including the development of associated training materials, to cybersecurity team members.Qualifications: KEY QUALIFICATIONSExperience working with TCEQ or other Texas state agency budget processes.Experience working with TCEQ or other Texas state agency purchasing processes.Experience working with TCEQ or other Texas state agency performing contract management.REQUIRED EDUCATION EXPERIENCEFour (4) years of full-time experience in data processing AND assisting users in computer application use OR in troubleshooting computer systems problems (hardware/software).ORFifteen semester hours in computer science from an accredited college or university, or 300 clock hours in computer science from a licensed vocational, technical, or business school, and three (3) years of full-time experience in data processing AND assisting users in computer application use OR troubleshooting computer systems problems (hardware/software).ORAn associate degree in computer science and two (2) years of full-time experience in data processing AND assisting users in computer application use OR troubleshooting computer systems problems (hardware/software).ORA bachelor's degree in computer science and one (1) year of full-time experience in data processing AND assisting users in computer application use OR troubleshooting computer systems problems (hardware/software).OROne (1) year of full-time experience in TCEQ as an IT Support Specialist IV.Employees in this classification series may research, ork on, or have access to critical infrastructure, including but not limited to a communication infrastructure system, cybersecurity system, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment system, or water treatment facility. See Tex. Business Commerce Code Section 117.001(2). Accordingly, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a requirement to be hired for and to continue to be employed with TCEQ. TRANSCRIPT/ COLLEGE HOURS or COURSE WORKSee instructions on how to attach documents. A copy of your official college transcript or evaluation of foreign credentials in CAPPS is required if needed to meet the qualifications listed above.WORK SCHEDULEStandard business hours are M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 dividual and work group schedule determined by the TCEQ Cybersecurity Division.BENEFITSOptional 401(k) and 457 plansInsurance: Health, Vision, Dental, and optional FSAPaid day(s) off from work on national holidays and holidays that the state observesProfessional development opportunitiesLongevity pay based on your number of years working for the stateWellness Program and ActivitiesOnsite Nurse Practitioner in HQWork-Life BalanceCONDITION OF EMPLOYMENTTCEQ will conduct a criminal history records search, driving history (if required for the job) on candidates offered compliance with ADA, if you need any special accommodations during the employment process, please contact HRSS for assistance at (512) 239-0102.MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY (MOS) CODESM.O.S. codes can be found at: click the hyperlink under and#8216;Occupational Categoryand#8217; for the respective Class Title.Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Created: 2026-01-29