Data Security Engineer

Avalore, LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 181,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Retirement plan (401k/IRA)

Life insurance

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Avalore, LLC is seeking a Data Security Engineer to ensure the security and compliance of the WDP data platform and its data tools. You will implement data protection measures, manage user access, and align with data security policies in collaboration with the data governance team.

You will design and implement data security controls, perform security risk assessments, and develop data classification and handling procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Security clearance required (SECRET or higher).
• Authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data security controls and safeguards.
• Manage user access and permissions for data tools.
• Conduct security risk assessments for data systems.
• Monitor for unauthorized data access attempts and respond to incidents.
• Develop data classification and handling procedures.
• Configure and manage data access control systems.
• Support security audits and assessments.
• Develop and deliver data security awareness training.

Skills

Communication

Self-starter

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Data Security Engineerwill ensure the security and compliance of the WDP data platform and its associated data tools. This person will implement data protection measures, manage user access and permissions for data tools, and ensure adherence to all applicable data security policies and regulations in collaboration with the data governance team. This person will design and implement data security controls and safeguards, conduct security risk assessments for data systems, and develop data classification and handling procedures. This person will configure and manage data access control systems, monitor for unauthorized data access attempts, and respond to data security incidents. This person will implement data encryption solutions for data at rest and in transit, collaborate with compliance teams to ensure regulatory requirements are met, and provide guidance on secure data handling practices. This person will perform security reviews of data integrations and sharing arrangements, maintain documentation of data security controls, and stay current with data security technologies and threats. This person will develop and deliver data security awareness training, participate in security audits and assessments, and implement data loss prevention strategies.

Security Clearance Required

SECRET Security Clearance Required CCSP, Cloud+, GICSP, GISF, GSEC, or Security+ certification (for Junior/Journeyman roles) CCE, CISSO, CISSP-ISSEP, CySA+, FITSP-O, GCLD, GCSA, or GSNA (for Senior roles)

Experience Levels

We are actively seeking multiple levels: Junior: 0 - 3 years of experience + Bachelor's Degree Journeyman: 4 - 7 years of experience + Bachelor's Degree Senior: 8+ years of experience + Bachelor's Degree

Requirements

Good communication skills, self-starter mindset. Professional proficiency in English is required. Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Avalore will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.

Work Environment

Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment). Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear. Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel

Up to 10%/ Occasional travel. Avalore will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability.

Avalore is an Equal Opportunity Employer - We not discriminate based on age, race, national or ethnic origin, gender, veterans status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected class. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Eligibility requirements apply.

Benefits

• Employer Contributions to Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) with a generous matching program
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Employee Assistance Program

Salary at Avalore is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual's particular combinaition of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

Salary estimates for this job range from $97,000 - $181,000.