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Koniag Data Solutions, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Privacy Engineer/ Specialist to support KDS and our government customer in Washington, DC. Currently one day a week required onsite.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in federal privacy regulations and frameworks, combined with strong technical skills in privacy, automation and engineering. This role requires a professional who can bridge the gap between privacy policy requirements and technical implementation, while developing innovative solutions to streamline privacy operations. Ability to obtain and maintain required federal security clearance. This position may be Remote or on-site depending on contract requirements.

The Privacy Engineer/Specialist will serve as a technical privacy expert, responsible for implementing, automating, and maintaining privacy compliance programs within federal government environments. This role combines privacy expertise with engineering skills to develop scalable, automated solutions for privacy operations.

Principal responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Design, develop, and implement automated privacy compliance workflows and tools to support federal privacy requirements
• Engineer technical solutions for privacy impact assessments (PIAs), system of records notices (SORNs), and privacy threshold analyses (PTAs)
• Develop and maintain privacy automation scripts, tools, and platforms to streamline privacy documentation and compliance processes
• Conduct privacy risk assessments and provide technical recommendations for privacy-enhancing technologies
• Build and maintain privacy dashboards, reporting tools, and metrics tracking systems
• Integrate privacy controls into system development lifecycle (SDLC) processes and DevSecOps pipelines
• Automate privacy compliance monitoring, including data mapping, inventory management, and control validation
• Collaborate with IT security, development, and operations teams to embed privacy-by-design principles
• Develop technical documentation, including privacy architectures, data flow diagrams, and privacy control mappings
• Implement and configure privacy management platforms and tools
• Create automated solutions for breach notification, incident response, and privacy event management
• Support privacy audits and assessments through automated evidence collection and reporting
• Provide technical expertise on emerging privacy technologies, including AI/ML privacy considerations
• Train technical and non-technical staff on privacy automation tools and processes
• Stay current with federal privacy regulations, guidance, and best practices including OMB memoranda, NIST guidelines, and agency-specific requirements

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or related field from an accredited college or university
• 3+ years of experience in privacy engineering, privacy compliance, or related roles within federal government environments
• 3+ years of experience with automation, scripting, or software development
• Professional privacy certification (IAPP CIPM, CIPP/US, or CIPP/G)
• Demonstrated experience implementing privacy automation solutions

Security Requirement:

• Ability to obtain a Public Trust

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Expert knowledge of federal privacy laws, regulations, and frameworks including:
• Privacy Act of 1974
• E-Government Act Section 208
• Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA)
• OMB Circular A-130
• NIST Privacy Framework
• NIST Special Publications (800-53, 800-37, 800-122)
• FedRAMP privacy requirements
• Strong programming and scripting skills (Python, PowerShell, JavaScript, or similar)
• Experience with API development and integration
• Proficiency in database management and SQL
• Experience with privacy management platforms (OneTrust, TrustArc, BigID, or similar)
• Knowledge of data classification, data loss prevention (DLP), and data governance tools
• Experience with workflow automation tools (Power Automate, Zapier, or similar)
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their privacy features
• Understanding of data architecture and data modeling
• Experience with version control systems (Git, GitHub, GitLab)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences
• Ability to translate privacy requirements into technical specifications
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of cross-functional teams
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

Desired Skills and Competencies:

• Master's degree in related field
• Additional privacy certifications (CIPT, FIP, CDPSE, or similar)
• Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, Security+)
• Experience with Robotic Process Automation (RPA) tools
• Knowledge of artificial intelligence and machine learning privacy considerations
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
• Familiarity with identity and access management (IAM) systems
• Experience with privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs) such as differential privacy, homomorphic encryption
• Knowledge of records management and NARA requirements
• Experience with ServiceNow or similar ITSM platforms
• Background in system architecture or enterprise architecture
• Experience supporting Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) in FedRAMP environments
• Knowledge of Section 508 compliance and accessibility requirements
• Experience with continuous monitoring and continuous authorization (ConMon/ConAuth)
• Previous experience as a System Owner or Privacy POC for federal systems
• Understanding of DoD privacy requirements and IL4/IL5 environments

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

The company is dedicated to seeking all qualified applicants. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please get in touch with Heaven Wood via e-mail at accommodations@koniag-gs.com or by calling 703-488-9377 to request accommodations.

Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com.

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