Data Security Specialist - Cloud & Encryption

The Dragonfli Group is a cybersecurity and IT consulting firm headquartered in Washington, DC. We partner with both federal agencies and major commercial enterprises to deliver expert services in data protection, secure architecture, and digital modernization. Our teams work in diverse settings — on-site, hybrid, and fully remote — supporting projects that range from short-term engagements to multi-year programs. We are seeking a Data Security Specialist to support a remote contract with a large federal agency focused on digital infrastructure and secure data delivery. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, can work independently, and brings solid experience in encryption, data loss prevention (DLP), and cloud security architecture. You’ll support secure communication practices and help implement policies that ensure data integrity both at rest and in transit . This is a remote opportunity with occasional after-hours support. Candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents and must be able to demonstrate technical proficiency without the use of AI tool s. Key Responsibiliti • es:Implement and support encryption, DLP, and secure file sharing technolog • iesAnalyze and recommend tools to protect data at rest and in mot • ionProvide technical leadership on projects involving data security policy and to • olsCollaborate with IT teams and stakeholders to deliver enterprise data protection soluti • onsAutomate security processes using APIs and custom script • ingProactively communicate on known risks, patches, and security advisor • iesParticipate in moderate to complex project work with minimal supervis • ionPerform upgrades, configuration, and integration of data security to • olsOffer escalation support for high-severity incide • ntsMaintain knowledge of modern IT architecture, including AI technolog ies Requireme • nts:3+ years in a data security, cloud security, or cybersecurity engineering • roleExperience administering and supporting, data loss protection, data encryption tools, email security, to include Cloud, Desktop, & File Share Encryption technolog • ies.Significant internal and external file sharing and protection experience in a Microsoft enterprise environm • ent.Strong understanding of artificial intelligence concepts and technolog • ies.Provides data security guidance, recommendations, and best practi • ces.Proficient in understanding the role of digital certificates and certificate authorities in ensuring secure communication over netwo • rks.Assist with data security component upgrades, installs, testing, and configurat • ion.Provide a single point of contact and hands-on escalation and remediation for critical iss • ues.Experienced in scripting with APIs to automate processes, integrate systems, and streamline data exchange between applicati • ons.Respond rapidly to unplanned events, including after-hours support when nee • ded.Proactively communicate relevant technical information and alerts on known issues, hotfixes, new releases, • etc.Working knowledge of operating system platforms, network protocols, and security architect • ure.Working knowledge of Postgres • SQL.Experience integrating solutions with SIEM and developing knowledge objects and monitoring a p lus. Sk • ills:Data Loss Prevention • (DLP)Email Security Tools (Cloud & On- • Prem)File Share Encryption (e.g., Microsoft Azure, OneDrive, ShareP • oint)AI Technology Con • ceptsScripting with • APIsPostgre • s SQLNetwork Protocols & Security Archite • ctureIntegration with SIEM Tools