Information Security Specialist Jobs in Arlington, TX
In Arlington the information security specialist role is where compliance meets hands-on defense, and local demand is driven by regulated employers: HIPAA at Medical City Arlington and Texas Health Arlington Memorial, financial data rules at D.R. Horton and DHI Mortgage, and public-records obligations at the City of Arlington and Arlington ISD. That regulatory weight means these specialists here spend real time on audits and policy, not just tools.
Current information security specialist Openings in Arlington, TX
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Top Arlington Employers Hiring Information Security Specialists
Information security specialist openings in Arlington cluster around regulated industries that must prove they protect sensitive data.
- Medical City Arlington and Texas Health Arlington Memorial hire specialists to enforce HIPAA safeguards on patient data.
- D.R. Horton and DHI Mortgage protect homebuyer and lending data at their Arlington headquarters.
- City of Arlington and Arlington ISD secure resident, student, and public-record systems.
- GM Arlington Assembly hires specialists to protect corporate and manufacturing systems.
- Managed security providers across DFW place specialists with client organizations that need dedicated security oversight.
Information Security Specialist Salaries in Arlington
- Entry level: roughly $62,000 to $78,000 per year
- Experienced: roughly $82,000 to $108,000 per year
- Senior: roughly $112,000 to $140,000 per year
These are estimates and vary by employer, industry, and certifications. Most Arlington roles add health insurance, retirement matching, and paid certification renewals, with higher pay for specialists who carry CISSP and audit experience.
How to Become an Information Security Specialist in Arlington
Employers typically want a bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, information systems, or a related field, plus certifications. UT Arlington provides the degree pathway and Tarrant County College's IT programs cover the fundamentals. The most valued credentials locally are CompTIA Security+, CISSP, and, for compliance-heavy roles, CISA. Texas does not license information security specialists, so certifications and framework knowledge carry the weight.
What the Job Involves
An information security specialist writes and enforces security policy, manages access controls, runs risk assessments and audits, coordinates security awareness training, and helps respond to incidents. In Arlington's regulated employers, a large share of the job is mapping controls to HIPAA, PCI, or NIST requirements and proving compliance to auditors.
Skills Employers Look For
- Security frameworks such as NIST, HIPAA, and PCI DSS
- Risk assessment and audit preparation
- Identity and access management
- Security policy writing and enforcement
- Clear communication with non-technical staff
Career Path and Advancement
Many Arlington specialists start as SOC or cybersecurity analysts, move into a specialist role, then advance to senior specialist, security engineer, or GRC analyst. The compliance focus opens a distinct local ladder toward security manager and eventually security officer positions at the larger hospital and headquarters employers.
Related Careers in Arlington
Information security specialists in Arlington frequently cross into these related roles.
- Cybersecurity Analyst Jobs
- Governance Risk and Compliance Analyst Jobs
- Security Engineer Jobs
- SOC Analyst Jobs
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a license to work as an information security specialist in Texas?
No. Texas does not require a license for this role. Employers rely on certifications such as Security+, CISSP, and CISA plus knowledge of compliance frameworks.
How long does it take to become an information security specialist in Arlington?
With a bachelor's degree, plan on about four years of school plus two to three years in an analyst or IT security role before stepping into a specialist position. Certifications can shorten the path for people already working in IT.
Can you work as an information security specialist remotely in Arlington?
Partly. Policy and audit work is often hybrid, but Arlington roles at hospitals, the city, and GM usually require regular on-site time for assessments, access reviews, and incident coordination.
Which Arlington employer pays information security specialists the most?
Regulated employers with the heaviest compliance demands, such as the HCA-affiliated Medical City Arlington and the D.R. Horton headquarters, tend to pay at the top of the range for specialists with CISSP and audit experience.
What is the difference between an information security specialist and a cybersecurity analyst?
Analysts focus more on monitoring and responding to threats, while specialists lean toward policy, access control, risk assessment, and compliance. In smaller Arlington teams one person may do both.
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