Data Security Engineer

Data Security Engineer | Fort Meade, MD | Hybrid | $86,900 - $198,000
We're working with a premier global defense and intelligence consultancy on this exciting opportunity. If you are passionate about safeguarding national security infrastructure using Zero Trust architectures and cutting-edge data protection tools, this is your next career-defining move.
This role puts you at the heart of mission-critical security, where you'll architect and deploy robust data defense solutions for DoD and IC clients. You will leverage high-impact tools like Varonis, Forcepoint, and Purview to ensure positive control of sensitive data across complex hybrid cloud environments.
The Role

• Architect, deploy, and configure advanced data security solutions adhering to Zero Trust best practices and IC data header guidelines.
• Design and implement custom policies to manage data flow and security across hybrid cloud systems and federal infrastructures.
• Interface directly with agency stakeholders and internal engineering teams to translate complex mission requirements into technical reality.
• Create detailed technical documentation and architectural diagrams for sophisticated data security posture management (DSPM) environments.
• Support the integration of containerization solutions and attribute-based access control (ABAC) to modernize federal data protection.

What You'll Need

• 3+ years of professional experience designing and configuring enterprise-grade data security solutions.
• Hands-on expertise with DSPM tools (Varonis, BigID) and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) platforms like Forcepoint, Trellix, or Symantec.
• Proven experience with data labeling and tagging technologies such as Microsoft Purview, Fortra, or Titus.
• Strong technical documentation skills with the ability to diagram complex security architectures for military and civilian federal clients.
• Active Secret clearance and a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity or IT preferred).

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary range of $86,900 - $198,000 with recognized performance awards for exceptional impact.
• Comprehensive benefits package including specialized professional development, tuition assistance, and flexible retirement plans.
• A people-first hybrid work model that balances remote flexibility with high-stakes collaborative onsite engagement.
• The opportunity to work at the forefront of national defense, protecting some of the world's most sensitive data environments.

Apply via Haystack today!