Data Protection Engineer - Cybersecurity (Zero Trust Initiative)

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Data Protection Engineer to join our team remotely. This Data Protection Engineer remote position is crucial for implementing data-centric security controls as part of our Zero Trust initiative. You will play a key role in safeguarding sensitive data across various environments, ensuring compliance and security.

What You'll Do

• Implement Microsoft Purview to configure and deploy sensitivity labels and data loss prevention (DLP) rules.
• Manage enterprise Digital Rights Management (DRM) solutions like Virtru or Kiteworks for classified networks.
• Transition security policies from monitoring to blocking mode, analyzing and tuning classifiers.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure data tags are enforced by endpoint DLP agents.
• Assist in transferring policy updates to air-gapped environments, maintaining configuration consistency.

Requirements

• Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
• 3+ years of experience with Microsoft Purview and DLP policies in a large enterprise or DoD environment.
• Proven experience with enterprise encryption and Rights Management tools.
• Strong understanding of data classification methodologies.
• Technical troubleshooting skills related to encryption key management.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Trellix DLP products.
• Knowledge of NetApp BlueXP or BigID for data discovery.
• Familiarity with DoD Data Strategy and CUI handling requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment focused on mutual accountability.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement plans.
• Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.