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The Senior Information Protection Analyst will play a pivotal role in enhancing our organization's information security posture by developing and executing robust information protection strategies. This position requires a deep understanding of information security principles, risk management, and industry best practices. What You'll Do: Lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of information protection policies, procedures, and guidelines using best in industry data protection tools & technologies. Monitor and manage security technologies, such as data loss prevention (DLP), data classification (unstructured & structured), encryption, etc. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess information protection requirements and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards. Analyze security incidents, breaches, and vulnerabilities, and provide guidance for effective incident response and resolution. Provide technical expertise and guidance to IT teams on security architecture around data protection. Participate in security audits, assessments, and compliance initiatives to ensure alignment with information protection standards. Mentor and guide junior members of the information protection team. Collaborate with the legal and compliance teams to address privacy concerns and ensure compliance with data protection regulations. Assist in the development of information security strategies and roadmaps. Prepare and present regular reports on information protection activities, incidents, and risk assessments to senior management. What You'll Bring : Bachelors degree in information security, Cybersecurity, or related field. 4-6 years of experience in information security, with a focus on information protection, DLP and data protection. Strong understanding of information security frameworks, regulations, and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR). Experience with security technologies such as data classification, DLP, encryption, SIEM, and access controls. Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or equivalent. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess risks and recommend effective solutions. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with various teams and stakeholders. Proven track record of successfully implementing and managing information protection programs.
