Senior Data Security Engineer (USSOCOM-Zero Trust)

Kentro • Tampa, FL

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

Kentro is hiring for Senior Data Security Engineer to support USSOCOM EDAT Zero Trust. The Senior Data Security Engineer serves as a key member of the USSOCOM Enterprise Zero Trust Data Team, responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining data-centric security capabilities across classified and unclassified environments. This role supports the Department of Defense (DoD) Zero Trust strategy by ensuring data is protected throughout its lifecycle through advanced security controls, data governance, policy enforcement, and continuous monitoring.
The engineer will collaborate with cybersecurity, cloud, identity, network, and application teams to implement Zero Trust principles focused on data discovery, classification, protection, access control, and monitoring. The position requires strong technical expertise in Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), encryption technologies, data governance frameworks, and Zero Trust architecture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field. Additional years of relevant experience may be substituted for formal education requirements when permitted by contract guidelines.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or data security engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or Federal Government cybersecurity initiatives.
• Experience implementing enterprise data protection solutions in large-scale environments.
• Experience supporting Zero Trust architecture initiatives and security modernization efforts.
• Experience with cloud security technologies in AWS, Azure, or hybrid cloud environments.
• Data Security Posture Management (DSPM)
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
• Data Discovery and Classification
• Encryption and Key Management
• Rights Management and Information Protection
• Data Governance and Compliance Frameworks
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
• Cloud Security Architecture
• Zero Trust Architecture (NIST SP 800-207)
• Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)
• Security Automation and Orchestration
• Scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python, or similar technologies
• DoD Zero Trust Reference Architecture
• NIST SP 800-207 Zero Trust Architecture
• NIST Risk Management Framework (RMF)
• NIST 800-53 Security Controls
• DoD Cybersecurity Policies and Directives
• Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) Requirements
• Data-Centric Security and Information Protection Frameworks
• Must possess one of the following DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level III certifications: CISSP, CASP+, CCSP, CISM
• TS/SCI Clearance
• Must be a US Citizen

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting USSOCOM, SOF, or Joint Service environments.
• Experience with Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Information Protection (MIP), and related data governance platforms.
• Experience implementing DSPM platforms such as BigID, Varonis, Securiti, Cyera, or similar solutions.
• Experience with Cross Domain Solutions (CDS) and classified data handling requirements.
• Familiarity with DevSecOps, Platform One, and cATO methodologies.
• Experience supporting enterprise cloud migrations and data modernization initiatives.
• Knowledge of AI/ML governance and protection of sensitive training datasets.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data-centric security architectures aligned with DoD and USSOCOM Zero Trust initiatives.
• Lead deployment and administration of Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) solutions across enterprise environments.
• Develop and maintain data classification, labeling, and protection policies for sensitive and mission-critical information.
• Implement and manage Data Loss Prevention (DLP) technologies to prevent unauthorized disclosure of controlled information.
• Engineer encryption solutions for data at rest, in transit, and in use.
• Integrate data security controls with Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) systems.
• Support implementation of Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC) and policy-driven access models.
• Conduct data discovery and mapping activities across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
• Develop automated workflows for data protection, monitoring, and compliance reporting.
• Support Continuous Authorization to Operate (cATO) initiatives through automated security validation and compliance monitoring.
• Perform risk assessments and security evaluations of enterprise data repositories and applications.
• Analyze security events and data-related incidents to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Develop technical documentation, engineering designs, standard operating procedures, and implementation guides.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers supporting the Zero Trust Data Team.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across cybersecurity, cloud, network, application, and mission systems teams.

Benefits

• paid time off
• healthcare benefits
• supplemental benefits
• 401k including an employer match
• discount perks
• rewards
• education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior