Senior Data Security Analyst - Zero Trust

Job Title: Senior Data Security Analyst

Location: Fully Remote

Salary: DOE + full benefits

Clearance: Public Trust

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Security Specialist with specialized expertise in Zero Trust technology and a successful track record of supporting federal government initiatives. This role will lead and manage data security strategies, ensuring the implementation of robust Zero Trust principles within government data environments.

Job Responsibilities

· Lead the development and implementation of Zero Trust data protection strategies, including encryption, tokenization, and data masking techniques to secure sensitive government data across networks and repositories.

· Design and manage identity-centric access controls, defining granular permissions and enforcing least privilege access to government data, aligning with Zero Trust principles.

· Implement and manage encryption methodologies for data at rest, in transit, and during processing within government systems, ensuring compliance and adherence to Zero Trust standards.

· Oversee secure data lifecycle management practices, including data classification, retention policies, and secure disposal procedures, integrated with Zero Trust data protection measures.

· Ensure data security measures align with federal cybersecurity regulations, policies, and frameworks (e.g., NIST, FISMA), conducting audits and assessments to maintain compliance within government data environments.

· Develop and execute data breach response plans, lead incident response efforts, conduct forensic investigations, and provide mitigation strategies, applying Zero Trust methodologies.

· Implement and manage security monitoring tools and analytics platforms, leveraging data-centric insights to identify anomalous behavior, potential threats, and vulnerabilities within government data systems.

Required Skills/Qualifications

· 10+ years of demonstrated experience as a Data Security Specialist focusing on Zero Trust technology, specifically within federal government environments.

· Expertise in implementing data protection strategies, encryption methodologies, tokenization, and data masking techniques aligned with Zero Trust principles within government data ecosystems.

· Expertise in designing and implementing identity-centric access controls, ensuring least privilege access, attribute-based access controls (ABAC), and role-based access controls (RBAC) for data access.

· Experience in defining and enforcing data retention policies aligned with government regulations, ensuring data availability and compliance with Zero Trust security measures.

· Knowledge of strong authentication methods such as multi-factor authentication (MFA), biometric authentication, and smart card authentication for robust identity verification.

· Extensive experience in implementing encryption solutions for data at rest, in transit, and in use, leveraging cryptographic algorithms and key management aligned with Zero Trust principles.

· Proficiency in tokenization methods and data masking techniques to protect sensitive data elements within government systems while preserving usability and functionality.

· In-depth knowledge of federal cybersecurity regulations, policies, and frameworks (e.g., NIST, FISMA), and their practical application in securing government data following Zero Trust paradigms.

· Proficiency in data security technologies, including encryption tools, data loss prevention (DLP) solutions, access control mechanisms, and other data-centric security tools used within government networks.

· Experience in leading incident response efforts, conducting forensic investigations, and applying Zero Trust principles to manage and mitigate data breaches within federal government environments.

Education:

· Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, mathematics, physics, or related discipline

· Employer will accept years of experience in lieu of a degree.