Data Security Specialist

As a Data Security Specialist, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing our clients" Insider Risk Management (IRM) and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategy and policies. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will safeguard our clients" environments, maintain their security posture, and ensure compliance with data protection regulations. Your expertise will be crucial in mitigating data security risks and upholding the highest standards of data governance. You will collaborate on implementing and managing Data Security solutions and technologies such as Microsoft Purview Insider Risk Management, Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention, and Microsoft Sentinel. Additionally, you will enforce and update data protection policies, procedures, and standards while contributing to data governance initiatives and ensuring adherence to best practices. Working alongside IT and security teams, you will monitor and analyze data flows to identify potential data security threats and insider risk cases. Experience with platforms like Code42, Varonis, or other third-party data security platforms and SIEMs will be valuable in this role. You will configure and manage data security policies, rules, and classifications to prevent data leaks and unauthorized access. In the event of security incidents, data breaches, or policy violations, you will investigate and respond according to established escalation paths. Furthermore, you will stay informed about the latest data security technologies and industry best practices, providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members. Your responsibilities will include analyzing irregular activities to detect security incidents, suggesting and implementing process improvements, and proactively monitoring and escalating findings from detection capabilities. You will communicate findings, risks, and gaps to stakeholders, collaborate with team members to enhance program effectiveness, and stay abreast of industry trends and emerging threats. Creating and maintaining reports on data usage, quality, and compliance, utilizing data analytics to identify trends and improvement opportunities, and collaborating with global teams to support clients worldwide will also be part of your role. Ensuring high client satisfaction scores will be essential. To be successful in this role, you should have at least 6+ years of professional experience in compliance or data security, with specific experience in Microsoft IRM, Microsoft DLP, and 3rd party DLP/SIEM technologies. You must possess a strong understanding of data security monitoring and protocols, be willing to work in 24*7 rotational shifts, and hold Microsoft Certifications such as SC-100, SC-400, SC-300, and MS-500.,