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Data Protection Engineer

Job Locations US-DC
Job ID
2026-4154
# of Openings
1
Category
Information Technology

Overview

Acuity is an award-winning consulting firm that provides proven management and technological services to the Federal government. Recognized as one of the Best Places to Work, by the Washington Business Journal for over five years in a row, we are hiring a Data Protection Engineer to further assist and join in our growth. 

 

Looking to make a difference, to help keep people safe, or even to save lives through your work with technology? Join Acuity’s team of experts to have an impact on our government’s critical missions. Acuity, Inc. is a consulting firm that supports federal agencies in the areas of IT Modernization, Data Enablement, and Hyperautomation.

Why Acuity?

Looking to make a difference, to help keep people safe, or even to save lives through your work with technology? Join Acuity’s team of experts to have an impact on our government’s critical missions. Acuity, Inc. is a consulting firm that supports federal agencies in the areas of IT Modernization, Data Enablement, and Hyperautomation.

Responsibilities

  • Technical implementation of backup policies and schedules using Commvault, Veeam, or Cohesity.
  • Configure and maintain "Encryption at Rest" and "Encryption in Transit" for all managed backup repositories.
  • Perform regular backup validation and data restoration tests to ensure mission-ready data integrity.
  • Troubleshoot backup failures and optimize performance across virtual and physical environments.
  • Technical implementation of storage targets including cloud-based S3 buckets and on-premises SAN/NAS.
  • Monitor security alerts related to data protection and implement patches for backup infrastructure.
  • Maintain documentation for backup configurations in support of federal audits and ATO reviews.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in enterprise systems engineering or backup administration.
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience with Commvault, Veeam, or Cohesity.
  • Experience managing data in secure GovCloud or on-premises environments.

Technical Skills

  • Backup Software: Commvault, Veeam, Cohesity.
  • Operating Systems: Windows Server, RHEL/CentOS.
  • Storage Tools: Snapshot management, deduplication, and replication.
  • Security: PKI, SSL/TLS, and FIPS 140-2 validated encryption tools.

Regulatory & Domain Expertise

  • Demonstrated expertise in applying NIST 800-53 security controls for data availability.
  • Technical implementation of FedRAMP Moderate/High security baselines.
  • Understanding of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) handling procedures.

Preferred Certifications

  • Federal & Security: CompTIA Security+ (required for DoD 8570 compliance).
  • Domain-Specific: Commvault Certified Professional or Veeam Certified Engineer (VMCE).
  • Architecture/Management: Azure or AWS Administrator Associate.

Clearance Requirement

  • Active security clearance (Secret or Top Secret)

 

Min

USD $108,000.00/Yr.

Max

USD $170,000.00/Yr.

Salary Range

The salary range for this position represents Acuity's good faith estimate of the compensation for this job title at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, education, certifications, skills, geographic location, contract requirements, applicable labor categories, and, where applicable, contract award and funding.

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About Acuity

 

At Acuity, your work matters, and so does your experience. We’re a management and technology consulting firm supporting critical federal missions. Here, you’ll solve complex challenges, collaborate with talented teams, and see the impact of your work from day one.

 

Why Acuity

 

Grow Your Career, Your Way
We invest in your growth through personalized development, mentorship, and financial support for continued learning, including up to $3,000 annually for professional training and certifications and up to $3,000 annually for degree-seeking programs.

 

Work on Meaningful, Innovative Solutions
Help solve complex technology and business challenges that support important government missions. You’ll work in an environment that encourages new ideas, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

 

Thrive in a People-Focused Culture
We believe great work starts with great teams. Collaboration, respect, and support are part of how we operate every day. Your perspective is valued, your contributions are recognized, and you’ll have opportunities to grow alongside the people around you.

 

Feel Valued and Rewarded
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong focus on work-life balance, giving you the support you need to succeed professionally and personally.

 

Join an Award-Winning Team
Our employees consistently rank Acuity among the best places to work. We’ve been recognized by the Washington Business Journal as a Best Place to Work for 9+ years and by The Washington Post as a Top Workplace from 2022–2025.

 

Bring Your Perspective
We’re committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where people with different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are respected, supported, and empowered to succeed.

 

Make Your Impact

 

Build your career with a company where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work contributes to meaningful outcomes for our customers and the missions they serve.

 

Learn more: www.myacuity.com

 

Acuity is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

 

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To help protect yourself:

 
  • Acuity will never ask candidates to pay for job applications, equipment, training, or other employment-related expenses.
  • Official recruiting communications will come from an @myacuity.com email address.
  • If you are unsure whether an opportunity is legitimate, verify the position through Acuity’s official Careers page.
 

If you believe you have been targeted by a recruiting scam or have concerns about the authenticity of a job posting or communication claiming to represent Acuity Inc., please contact careers@myacuity.com.

 

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