Data Protection Engineer

Acuity, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity, Inc. is hiring a Data Protection Engineer to support federal missions with advanced backup architectures. You will implement and verify backup policies across Commvault, Veeam, and Cohesity, secure data in transit and at rest, and ensure audit-ready documentation for DoD and federal reviews.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in enterprise backup, GovCloud experience, and an active Secret or Top Secret clearance. Join a team dedicated to security, reliability, and impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in enterprise systems engineering or backup administration.
• 3+ years hands-on with Commvault, Veeam, or Cohesity.
• Experience managing data in GovCloud or on-prem environments.
• Active security clearance (Secret or Top Secret).

Responsibilities

• Implement backup policies and schedules using Commvault, Veeam, or Cohesity.
• Configure Encryption at Rest and in Transit for backup repositories.
• Validate backups and perform restore tests for data integrity.
• Troubleshoot failures and optimize performance across environments.
• Manage storage targets including cloud and on-prem SAN/NAS.
• Monitor security alerts and apply patches to backup infrastructure.
• Document configurations for federal audits and ATO reviews.

Skills

Backup engineering

Data security

Regulatory compliance

Cloud governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

Commvault

Veeam

Cohesity

Windows Server

RHEL/CentOS

Job description

Overview

Acuity is an award‑winning consulting firm that provides proven management and technological services to the Federal government. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work, by the Washington Business Journal for over five years in a row, we are hiring a Data Protection Engineer to further assist and join in our growth.

Looking to make a difference, to help keep people safe, or even to save lives through your work with technology? Join Acuity’s team of experts to have an impact on our government’s critical missions. Acuity, Inc. is a consulting firm that supports federal agencies in the areas of IT Modernization, Data Enablement, and Hyperautomation.

Responsibilities

• Technical implementation of backup policies and schedules using Commvault, Veeam, or Cohesity.
• Configure and maintain "Encryption at Rest" and "Encryption in Transit" for all managed backup repositories.
• Perform regular backup validation and data restoration tests to ensure mission-ready data integrity.
• Troubleshoot backup failures and optimize performance across virtual and physical environments.
• Technical implementation of storage targets including cloud-based S3 buckets and on‑premises SAN/NAS.
• Monitor security alerts related to data protection and implement patches for backup infrastructure.
• Maintain documentation for backup configurations in support of federal audits and ATO reviews.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in enterprise systems engineering or backup administration.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with Commvault, Veeam, or Cohesity.
• Experience managing data in secure GovCloud or on‑premises environments.

Preferred Certifications

• Federal & Security: CompTIA Security+ (required for DoD 8570 compliance).
• Domain‑Specific: Commvault Certified Professional or Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE).
• Architecture/Management: Azure or AWS Administrator Associate.

Technical Skills

• Backup Software: Commvault, Veeam, Cohesity.
• Operating Systems: Windows Server, RHEL/CentOS.
• Storage Tools: Snapshot management, deduplication, and replication.
• Security: PKI, SSL/TLS, and FIPS 140-2 validated encryption tools.

Regulatory & Domain Expertise

• Demonstrated expertise in applying NIST 800-53 security controls for data availability.
• Technical implementation of FedRAMP Moderate/High security baselines.
• Understanding of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling procedures.

Active security clearance (Secret or Top Secret)

About Acuity

At Acuity, your work matters—and so does your experience. We’re a management and technology consulting firm supporting critical federal missions, where you’ll have the opportunity to solve meaningful challenges, work alongside high‑performing teams, and make a real impact from day one.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Grow Your Career, Your Way

We invest in you with personalized development plans, mentorship, and up to $3,000 annually for training and certifications and up to $3,000 for degree‑seeking programs—so you can keep building the career you want.

Be Part of Something Innovative

You’ll work on cutting‑edge solutions that support important government missions, in an environment that encourages new ideas and continuous improvement.

Thrive in a People-First Culture

Collaboration, respect, and support aren’t just values—they’re how we operate. Your voice is heard, your contributions are recognized, and your success is shared.

Feel Valued and Rewarded

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong focus on work‑life balance so you can perform at your best—at work and at home.

Join an Award-Winning Team

Our employees consistently rank us among the best—earning honors like Best Places to Work (Washington Business Journal, 9+ years) and Top Workplaces (The Washington Post, 2022–2025).

Bring Your Whole Self To Work

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Make Your Impact

Join Acuity and be part of a team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work drives meaningful outcomes.

Learn more: www.myacuity.com

Acuity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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