Cybersecurity Engineer Job at Cactus Wellhead LLC (Houston)

Cybersecurity Engineer

Cactus Wellhead LLC

Location:
USA , Houston

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Not provided

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JOB SUMMARY: The Cybersecurity Engineer is responsible for executing and supporting key cybersecurity programs and initiatives across the organization. This role operates as a security generalist within a lean, high-impact team and is expected to independently drive efforts spanning vulnerability management, security engineering, incident response, and Zero-Trust identity and access management. This role requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively. The ideal candidate is a proactive, accountable professional who can manage competing priorities, communicate effectively across technical and business teams, and take ambiguous problems through to resolution. This role emphasizes execution and continuous improvement of the organization's security posture.

Job Responsibility:

Practice safe work habits and comply with all quality, safety, health, environmental policies, procedures, programs, and regulations
Execute and support cybersecurity programs such as vulnerability management, data security initiatives, and identity-related improvements, as assigned by leadership
Lead remediation efforts for findings from vulnerability scans, penetration tests, and security assessments by coordinating with internal teams to ensure timely and effective resolution
Engineer, implement, and improve security controls and solutions across endpoint, identity, cloud, and network environments
Operate within a modern detection and response environment by reviewing alerts, making risk-based decisions, and handling escalations in coordination with managed security partners
Participate in incident response activities, including on-call rotation, investigation, playbook maintenance, containment, and recovery efforts
Design, document, and mature security processes and standard operating procedures to improve operational effectiveness and scalability
Collaborate with IT, application teams, and business units to integrate security into systems, workflows, and projects
Support compliance and audit activities in coordination with external partners by providing technical input, documentation, and evidence as required
Evaluate new and existing technologies to ensure alignment with security best practices and organizational standards
Contribute to security strategy by identifying gaps, recommending improvements, and driving execution of initiatives
Generate reports and communicate security posture, risks, and progress to leadership and stakeholders

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Information Security/Systems, Computer Science, or other related technical discipline
5+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity or security engineering roles
ISC2 SSCP or CISSP
CompTIA Security+
Microsoft Azure Security Engineer (AZ-500)
AWS Certified Security – Specialty
Google Professional Cloud Security Engineer
ISC2 CCSP
Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator (SC-300)
Okta Certified Professional
Microsoft Security Operations Analyst (SC-200)
CompTIA CySA+
Experience working across multiple security domains such as endpoint security, identity and access management, vulnerability management, cloud security, and network security
Working knowledge of enterprise security technologies and concepts (e.g., XDR/EDR, SIEM, identity protocols such as SAML/OAuth/OpenID, vulnerability management)
Foundational understanding of cloud security principles and applicable toolsets such as CNAPP, CSPM, and CASB
Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2 or similar
Ability to manage multiple priorities and context switch effectively in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to take ownership of tasks and drive them to completion
Effective communication skills, including the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Competency with automation and query languages such as PowerShell, Python, KQL, etc.
Experience leading or contributing to security projects or initiatives
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in meetings and collaborate across teams in a professional environment
Self-motivated, accountable, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively

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Job Posted:
May 06, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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