Valiant Solutions is seeking a Data Loss Prevention Engineer to join our rapidly growing and innovative cybersecurity team!
This position allows for 100% remote work. Remote work requires a high level of trust in our employees, and we strictly adhere to the details outlined in our Remote Work Policy below. There could be occasional onsite reporting in Bethesda, MD. Remote work requires a high level of trust in our employees, and we strictly adhere to the details outlined in our Remote Work Policy below.
The Data Loss Prevention Engineer supports the agency by implementing and sustaining enterprise data protection capabilities that align with federal statutes, compulsory directives, agency policies, and industry best practices. The role enhances the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of the agency s information by engineering solutions that monitor and safeguard data in motion, at rest, and in use. This position contributes to measurable risk reduction and improved operational resilience by supporting enterprise DLP operations and integrating data protection functions across cybersecurity domains. The engineer works collaboratively with vulnerability management, security infrastructure, incident response, and continuous diagnostics teams to strengthen the agency s overall security posture.
Named one of the in the Washington DC area for 11 consecutive years, Valiant is proud of our employee-centric culture and commitment to excellence. If you are interested in learning more about Valiant and this opportunity, we invite you to apply now!
Required Experience
- Minimum 5 years of cybersecurity experience.
- Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related discipline; or an additional three years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- Knowledge of data loss prevention concepts, technologies, and operational processes.
- Understanding of data protection for endpoints, networks, cloud environments, and enterprise productivity platforms.
- Ability to analyze data events to identify risk, policy violations, or anomalous behavior.
- Experience working within environments that follow federal cybersecurity standards and policies.
- Strong communication skills to support coordination with technical and operational cybersecurity teams.
Responsibilities
- Implement, maintain, and optimize enterprise DLP technologies to protect data in motion, at rest, and in use.
- Support the development and enforcement of DLP policies and rulesets in alignment with federal and agency requirements.
- Monitor, analyze, and triage DLP events to identify risks or policy violations.
- Collaborate with security infrastructure, vulnerability management, incident response, threat hunting, and other cybersecurity teams to improve enterprise data protection.
- Support continuous diagnostics and mitigation activities related to sensitive data handling.
- Provide engineering expertise to enhance operational resilience and reduce data loss risks.
- Assist in identifying gaps in data protection coverage and recommend improvements to strengthen the agency s security posture.
About Valiant Solutions
Valiant Solutions is a security-focused IT solutions provider with public clients nationwide. Named one of the fastest growing privately held companies by Inc. 5000, Washington Technology s Fast 50, and Washington Business Journal s Best Places to Work in the D.C. area, Valiant Solutions prides itself on providing its employees with great benefits and career development opportunities. As a company, we are just as committed to growing careers as we are to building world-class IT solutions, all while enjoying an unparalleled work-life balance. We are in a phase of tremendous growth and building the team that will take us to the next level. We seek people whose talents and accomplishments will contribute to a thriving company, who have the character to support their capacity, and can make a positive impact on our culture. Alongside our talented team, you ll learn to think quickly on your feet and expand your own personal and professional skill set. Our management team will inspire you to consider new perspectives and challenge you to become a better practitioner in the fast-paced industry of IT security. We hire people we respect and we trust them to deliver results leveraging their expertise. If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment as part of a stellar team of professionals, then we invite you to apply online today.
Benefits Snapshot (includes, but not limited to)
Valiant pays 99% of the Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage for Full-time Employees
Valiant contributes 25% towards Health Coverage for Family and Dependents
100% Paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance Policy for Full-time Employees
100% Paid Certifications
401K Matching up to 4%
Paid Time Off
Paid Federal Holidays
Paid Time On 40 hours to pursue innovation
Wellness & Fitness Program
Valiant University Online Education and Training Portal
Reimbursement for Public Transit and Parking
FSA programs for: Medical Costs, Dependent Care, Transit, and Parking
Referral Bonuses
The salary range for this position is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. It has been benchmarked in relation to the scope of the role, market rate, and internal equity. The salary for this role is expected to be in the $120,000 - $135,000 range. Where a candidate falls within the band can be determined based on one or more of the following: skillset, experience level, achievements, education, geographic location, security clearance, involvement in corporate tasks, and other non-discriminatory factors. In addition to the base salary, this role will include benefits as described above. Valiant reserves the right to adjust the salary range, experience requirements, and position responsibilities at any time without prior notice.
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