Senior Data Security Engineer - DRM (TS/SCI)

Kentro; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Kentro is seeking a Senior Data Security Engineer in Tampa, FL to lead data discovery for the Zero Trust initiative at USSOCOM. This role involves deploying tools like BigID and NetApp BlueXP to manage diverse data environments effectively.

Candidates should have over 10 years of experience, a Master's degree, and expertise in data governance platforms. A competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth are provided.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience deploying enterprise data discovery platforms.
• Strong understanding of storage protocols and database structures.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and manage data discovery tools across hybrid environments.
• Connect discovery tools to enterprise databases for scanning.
• Configure scans for massive file repositories.

Skills

Data Discovery Expertise

Storage & Database Knowledge

Containerization

Data Handling

Education

Master's degree (MA/MS)

Tools

BigID

NetApp BlueXP

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

Overview

Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities. By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.

Kentro is seeking a highly technical Senior Data Security Engineer to drive the massive data discovery and classification effort for the Zero Trust initiative at U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). Before data can be protected, it must be found and understood. You will be responsible for illuminating "dark data" across the Command’s complex information environment, ranging from hyperscale cloud data lakes on NIPR to legacy file shares and isolated storage arrays on the SIPR and Top-Secret networks.

As a Data Engineer, you will architect and manage the deployment of advanced discovery platforms, specifically BigID and NetApp BlueXP. You will configure these tools to crawl petabytes of structured (SQL/Oracle), semi-structured (logs/NoSQL), and unstructured (SharePoint/File Shares) data. Your primary mission is to build the "Global Data Inventory"—a dynamic, real‑time map of where sensitive CUI and classified intelligence resides—enabling the security teams to apply precision protection. You will use your knowledge of data pipelines and storage infrastructure to ensure that scanning operations provide 100% visibility without degrading network performance.

Responsibilities

• Data Discovery Architecture: Deploy and manage BigID and NetApp BlueXP scanners across hybrid environments, including configuring dockerized collectors for air‑gapped discovery on the Top‑Secret network.
• Structured Data Mapping: Connect discovery tools to enterprise databases (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL) to scan schemas and columns for PII, DoD ID numbers, and other sensitive indicators without impacting database performance.
• Unstructured Data Crawling: Configure scans for massive file repositories (NetApp NAS, QNAP, SharePoint On‑Premises), optimizing scan windows and throttling to prevent latency for mission users.
• Cloud Data Integration: Utilize Microsoft Purview Data Map and custom connectors to inventory data residing in AWS S3 buckets, Azure Blobs, and Data Lakes.
• Classification Tuning: Collaborate with mission owners to train Machine Learning (ML) classifiers to recognize unique USSOCOM data types (e.g., mission names, operational codes) and reduce false positive rates in the data inventory.

Location: Hybrid in Tampa, FL

Position Duration: The duration of this role is 18 months from project commencement, with the possibility of extension (Project expected to commence in January 2026).

Qualifications

• Master's degree (MA/MS)
• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Data Discovery Expertise: Proven experience deploying and managing enterprise data discovery and governance platforms such as BigID, Varonis, NetApp BlueXP (Data Sense), or Informatica.
• Storage & Database Knowledge: Strong understanding of storage protocols (NFS, SMB/CIFS, S3) and database structures (SQL, NoSQL) to troubleshoot connectivity and scanning access.
• Containerization: Proficiency with Kubernetes and Docker, as many modern discovery collectors are deployed as containerized microservices.
• Data Handling: Experience dealing with large‑scale data inventories (Petabyte scale) and understanding of data lineage and provenance concepts.

Clearance:

• Active Top‑Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Benefits

We offer a competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401(k) with employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. All employees are eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We invest in your growth and support continuous professional development.

Accommodations

Accommodations
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA

Kentro is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements.

As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal‑opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

We encourage protected veterans to self‑identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility.

Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.