Data Security Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton

Quick summary

Work type: On-site
Location: Scott AFB, IL
Salary: $86,800–$198,000 / yr
Posted: 3 days ago
Closes: Sep 23, 2026
Nearby: 63 roles within 25 mi

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $142k

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This role pays less than 69% of similar roles. Most pay $130,187–$196,500 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $142k versus about $163k for comparable roles.

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About Booz Allen Hamilton

Booz Allen Hamilton is a management and technology consulting firm that provides analytics, digital, engineering, and cybersecurity solutions primarily to U.S. government agencies and commercial clients. Industry: Management & Technology Consulting

Booz Allen Hamilton currently has 729 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $86,800–$198,000 across 717 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Data Security Engineer

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Data Security Engineer position available for candidates with experience designing and deploying data security solutions across federal clients including DoD, IC, and civilian agencies. This role involves creating new architectures to meet client requirements while adhering to Zero Trust principles and IC data header guidelines, interfacing with stakeholders such as agency personnel and internal teams, and assisting in building custom policies for hybrid cloud environments. Key responsibilities include configuring security tools like Virtru, PKWare, Thales, and DSPMs such as Varonis and BigID, along with documenting technical architectures. Candidates should have a Secret clearance and HS diploma or GED, while additional experience in federal agency settings, Linux administration, containerization solutions, and relevant certifications is beneficial.

Skills

Virtru PKWare Thales Varonis BigID Linux Docker CI/CD Zero Trust DSPM AWS Azure Google Cloud

What you'll do

Design and deploy data security solutions for federal clients using Zero Trust principles.
Configure and maintain data security tools like Virtru, PKWare, and Thales in hybrid cloud environments.
Develop custom policies to ensure strict control over client data across various platforms.
Document technical architectures and provide diagrams for clarity and compliance.
Collaborate with stakeholders to implement secure data handling practices adhering to IC guidelines.

What we're looking for

Experience designing and deploying data security solutions for federal clients.
Proficient in configuring and managing data security tools like Virtru, PKWare, Thales.
Knowledge of DSPMs such as Varonis and BigID for policy creation.
Ability to document and diagram technical architectures effectively.
Active Secret clearance required.
High School diploma or GED necessary.

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