Data Protection SME
About the job
- A bachelor's degree in a technical field.
- At least 12 years of experience in data management and enterprise backup engineering.
- At least 7 years of deep expertise in specialized domains such as cloud-native backup or ransomware recovery.
- Recognized authority in data protection with a history of solving complex enterprise data loss challenges.
- Expertise in Commvault, Veeam, Cohesity, and NetBackup.
- Advanced knowledge of data encryption using FIPS 140-3 and secure key management using KMS.
- Deep expertise in data deduplication and cross-region replication strategies.
- Knowledge of container-native backup, such as Kasten and Velero, in secure environments.
- Demonstrated expertise in applying NIST 800-53 and FedRAMP High requirements for data availability.
- Technical implementation experience with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework for data protection.
- Experience with classified data handling using SIPR/JWICS and secure data archival.
- An active security clearance at the Secret or Top Secret level.
- Provide expert-level guidance on the architecture of multi-petabyte backup environments for federal agencies.
- Troubleshoot and resolve high-priority, complex data recovery issues impacting agency-wide missions.
- Implement advanced encryption frameworks and immutable storage solutions.
- Serve as a primary technical advisor for agency-level disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
- Analyze existing data protection architectures for security gaps and recommend remediation aligned with NIST standards.
- Mentor senior engineers and architects on advanced Commvault, Veeam, or Cohesity features.
- Support the federal Authority to Operate process by providing deep technical evidence for data integrity controls.
- CISSP certification.
- CCSP certification.
- Commvault Certified Master certification.
- Veeam Certified Architect (VMCA) certification.
- Cohesity Expert certification.
- AWS Solutions Architect Expert certification.
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification.
About the company
Acuity, Inc. provides federal technology consulting services from its Reston, Virginia headquarters. The company helps government clients plan for the future, improve current operations, and reduce costs by delivering mission-focused results that matter to taxpayers. It combines practical technology, specialized services, and proven management techniques to continuously enhance how U.S. agencies serve and protect citizens. What sets Acuity apart is its emphasis on deep industry expertise, cost savings for taxpayers, and real, measurable outcomes tailored to government missions. The company’s goal is to help clients operate more effectively while delivering accountable, tangible results for Americans.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Reston, Virginia
Founded
2002
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Evolve gives Acuity fresh Department of State work opportunities after March 26, 2026.
- The September 2026 site refresh signals active hiring and a stronger growth posture.
- Cloud, AI, and hyperautomation offerings match agency modernization demand across 2026 procurements.
What critics are saying
- CIO-SP3 small-business access ends October 29, 2026, forcing recompete exposure.
- Acuity’s federal concentration ties revenue to State, SEC, and agency budget cycles.
- Missing Evolve or OneIT recompetes would crush pipeline and threaten Acuity’s viability.
What makes Acuity, Inc. unique
- Acuity holds multiple federal IDIQs, including SEC OneIT and CIO-SP3, through 2026.
- Acuity won State Department Evolve IDIQ on March 26, 2026, extending enterprise IT access.
- Acuity touts Microsoft Cloud Partner status and national-security cloud expertise in 2026.
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