Data Security Engineer / Specialist (Cohesity, Pki/Venafi, Azure Security

Job Title: Data Security Engineer / Specialist (Cohesity, PKI/Venafi, Azure Security)Location: OR PortlandYears of Experience-10 YearsJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Data Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage enterprise data protection and security solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise inCohesity ,PKI (Public Key Infrastructure)with tools likeVenafi , andAzure Cloud Security , along with a broader understanding of data protection, encryption, identity security, and compliance frameworks.ResponsibilitiesCohesity Data ProtectionBackup Security: Design, implement, and manage Cohesity backup and data management solutions.Ensure secure backup architecture including immutability, ransomware protection, and disaster recovery.Implement backup security controls, access governance, and disaster recovery capabilities. Develop data protection controls across on premises, hybrid, and cloud environments.PKICertificate Management (Venafi):Design and manage enterprise PKI infrastructure.Ensure compliance with certificate governance and cryptographic standards. Manage HSM integrations and key protection strategies.Azure Cloud Security:Implement and maintain Azure security controls across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. Configure and manage Azure Key Vault for key and secret management.Utilize Azure Defender / Microsoft Defender for Cloud.Enforce identity and access management via Azure AD, RBAC, and Conditional Access. Data ProtectionGovernance:Implement encryption controls for data at rest and in transit.Define and maintain data classification and retention policies. Support compliance requirements including GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, SOC2, NIST, and DORA.Mandatory Skills (Must Have)Expertise inCohesity(Backup, recovery, data protection, ransomware protection).Strong understanding ofPKIfundamentals and operations.Experience withVenafi(Certificate lifecycle management and automation).Proficient inAzure Cloud Security , specifically Azure AD. Knowledge ofCompliance Management and Assessmentsprinciples and practices.Preferred Skills (Good to Have)Experience with additional cloud security tools and frameworks.Familiarity with data loss prevention (DLP) technologies. Knowledge of security compliance frameworks beyond those listed in mandatory skills.Certifications in relevant areas (e.g., CISSP, CISM, Azure Security Engineer).QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A minimum of 7 10 years of experience in data security, with a focus on enterprise level solutions. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, along with excellent communication and collaboration abilities.