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# Senior Data Security Engineer (DRM Specialist)

- **Company:** Barbaricum Llc
- **Location:** Tampa, FL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Data Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Hardware Security Module, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security Architecture Professional, Public Key Infrastructure, Zero Trust Network Access, RSA (Cryptosystem), Screenshots, Systems Integration, Data Classification, Information Technology, SailPoint
- **Published:** August 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9080555/senior-data-security-engineer-drm-specialist

## About the Role

* Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
 * Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related technical field.
 * 10+ years of relevant cybersecurity or data protection experience.
 * Extensive experience implementing enterprise Digital Rights Management (EDRM) or Information Rights Management (IRM) solutions.
 * Strong knowledge of cryptographic protocols and standards (AES-256, RSA, PKI).
 * Experience designing and implementing Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC) policies.
 * Experience supporting cross-domain or classified network environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience with Hardware Security Modules (HSM) such as Thales or Entrust.
 * Knowledge of NIST SP 800-53 security controls.
 * Experience integrating DRM platforms with identity governance solutions such as SailPoint.
 * Kiteworks administrator certification.

Required Certifications:

 * CompTIA Security+ CE (DoD 8570 IAT Level II)

Preferred Certifications:

 * Microsoft Information Protection Administrator (SC-400)
 * Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

## Description

Barbaricum is seeking a Senior Data Security Engineer (DRM Specialist) to support a Zero Trust cybersecurity initiative for U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). This role will serve as the technical subject matter expert for Digital Rights Management (DRM), encryption policy enforcement, and data-centric security architecture across classified and unclassified environments., * Architect and configure enterprise DRM platforms including Kiteworks Private Content Network and Microsoft Purview Information Protection.

 * Design and implement Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC) policies to enforce dynamic access decisions based on user clearance, role, and device trust posture.
 * Manage the lifecycle of encryption keys and cryptographic infrastructure, including Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) and customer-managed key models.
 * Implement advanced secure collaboration capabilities allowing controlled viewing and editing of sensitive documents.
 * Configure rights management policies restricting unauthorized actions such as copy, printing, screen capture, or external sharing.
 * Integrate DRM platforms with identity systems and data classification tools to ensure consistent policy enforcement.
 * Support operations across hybrid and air-gapped classified networks.


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