Job Description

Req ID: 353540

NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.

We are currently seeking a Public Cloud Security Engineer to join our team in Austin, Texas (US-TX), United States (US).

Security & Background Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen work authorization required
• Ability to meet FBI CJIS background check and clearance requirements

Location:

Texas (Remote / Hybrid, subject to contract requirements)

TimeFrame Looking to Onboard: May 2026

Role Overview:

The Public Cloud Security Engineer will support the  client’s Public Cloud Manager by designing, implementing, and operating security controls across state public cloud environments. This role focuses on cloud-native and third-party security platforms, with deep hands-on responsibility for  Palo Alto Networks Panorama / Strata Cloud Manager and  CrowdStrike Falcon Complete to ensure compliance, threat prevention, and continuous monitoring across multi-agency workloads.

The role requires experience operating within  government-regulated environments , supporting secure cloud adoption while aligning with client standards, security policies, and compliance frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:

Cloud Security Operations

• Support security operations for the client’s public cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP as applicable).
• Implement and manage network and endpoint security controls aligned with the client’s security standards.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders, cloud platform teams, and agency security teams.

Palo Alto Networks (Panorama / Strata Cloud)

• Administer  Palo Alto Panorama for centralized firewall policy management.
• Manage and optimize  Strata Cloud Manager for cloud-delivered security and visibility.
• Design, deploy, and maintain firewall rules, security policies, NAT, and threat prevention profiles.
• Perform policy audits, tuning, and optimization to meet compliance and performance requirements.
• Troubleshoot connectivity, security events, and policy enforcement issues.

Endpoint & Threat Detection (CrowdStrike Falcon Complete)

• Administer and support  CrowdStrike Falcon Complete across cloud and hybrid workloads.
• Monitor endpoint alerts, incidents, and detections in coordination with SOC teams.
• Support incident response activities including containment, remediation, and root-cause analysis.
• Ensure endpoint coverage, sensor health, and compliance reporting.
• Assist with threat hunting and security posture improvements.

Compliance & Governance

• Support compliance with the client’s security controls, policies, and reporting requirements.
• Assist with audits, assessments, and security documentation.
• Maintain security baselines and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Ensure alignment with frameworks such as NIST, CIS, and state-specific security mandates.

Collaboration & Reporting

• Act as a security liaison between cloud platform teams, SOC, and client stakeholders.
• Provide operational metrics, dashboards, and executive-level security reports.
• Participate in change management, incident reviews, and security planning sessions.

Required Skills & Experience:

Technical Skills:

• Palo Alto Networks Panorama administration (required)
• Palo Alto Strata Cloud Manager experience (required)
• CrowdStrike Falcon Complete administration and incident response (required)
• Public cloud security experience (AWS and/or Azure preferred)
• Network security concepts: firewalls, VPNs, routing, segmentation
• Endpoint security and EDR/XDR operations
• Security logging, alerting, and incident response workflows

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in security engineering and/or cloud security roles
• Hands-on experience securing cloud-native and hybrid workloads
• Experience working with SOC teams and managed security services

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting  government, public sector, or regulated environments
• Familiarity with client’s security policies and compliance requirements
• Cloud security certifications (AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, etc.)
• Palo Alto certifications (PCNSA, PCNSE)
• CrowdStrike certifications
• Experience with compliance frameworks (NIST 800-53, CIS, ISO 27001)

Highly Preferred Soft Skills:

• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to work in structured, compliance-driven environments
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills
• Ability to collaborate across agencies, vendors, and internal teams

Benefits of Fulltime Opportunity:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible remote work environment
• Professional development and certification reimbursement

Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this remote role is $83,700 - $124k. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position across all US locations. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. 

This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. 

This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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