Cyber Security Engineer

Job Description

About the Job – Cyber Security Engineer at Texas Instruments

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When you join Texas Instruments (TI), you will participate in the Career Accelerator Program (CAP). This program provides professional and technical training and resources to help you quickly integrate into TI and ensure long-term career success. It includes function-specific technical training and hands-on learning opportunities from your first day.

As a recent graduate with a bachelor’s degree, you will join TI’s Information Technology Security organization as a Cyber Security Engineer. You will collaborate with senior engineers on real-world projects focused on protecting TI’s global infrastructure, developing privileged-access solutions, and driving automation across the enterprise.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure and harden operating systems, applications, and network devices.
• Administer and manage the policy and efficacy of TI’s security tool stack.
• Support the design and configuration of solutions aligned with zero-trust architecture.
• Contribute to architectural standards and best-practice documentation.
• Participate in mentorship sessions and knowledge-sharing workshops.
• Adopt an automation-first mindset; write simple scripts or playbooks to streamline repetitive tasks.
• Learn to align solutions with regulatory frameworks such as NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, CIS, and ISO.
• Assist in designing scalable, auditable controls for highly regulated environments and support audit preparation.
• Embed security controls into solutions without compromising user experience.
• Evaluate, select, and help implement new security technologies in partnership with senior leadership.
• Conduct threat models in security reviews and risk assessments for new hardware, firmware, and software projects.
• Create and refine tools that automate security assessments and streamline workflows.
• Design and implement secure cloud infrastructure (identity & access management, data protection, network security, compliance).
• Contribute to DevSecOps practices and secure SDLC processes.

Why TI?

• Engineer your future: TI empowers employees to own their career and development, collaborating with experts to shape the future of electronics.
• We’re different by design: TI values diverse backgrounds and perspectives, recognizing them as drivers of innovation and strength.
• Benefits that benefit you: TI offers competitive pay and benefits designed to support employee well-being and family life.

About Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments Incorporated (Nasdaq: TXN) is a global semiconductor company that designs, manufactures, and sells analog and embedded processing chips for various markets, including industrial, automotive, data center, personal electronics, and communications equipment. TI’s core mission is to create a better world by making electronics more affordable through semiconductors, continually innovating to make technology more reliable, affordable, and lower power.

Texas Instruments is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Cumulative 3.0/4.0 GPA or higher.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic understanding of privileged-access concepts (Just-In-Time entitlements, zero-standing privileges).
• Familiarity with endpoint protection, malware defenses, and Windows/Linux operating systems.
• Introductory exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and identity lifecycle management.
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell) and automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) – a plus.
• Knowledge of networking basics (firewalls, VPNs, network segmentation) and SIEM concepts.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to document findings clearly.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability, eagerness to learn, and capacity to work both independently and within cross-functional teams.

ECL/GTC Required: Yes