Data Loss Prevention Lead

Strategic Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage a comprehensive DLP program, including data discovery, classification, and protection policies.

• Conduct DLP and DSPM assessments to identify, mitigate, and report data protection risks.

• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations across multiple geographies.

• Collaborate with legal teams to review contracts and MSAs for DLP compliance.

• Oversee deployment and tuning of disk encryption technologies (e.g., BitLocker).

• Understanding of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and evaluate vendor risks from a DLP perspective.

• Participate in Architecture Review Board (ARB) reviews to ensure DLP/DAM/DSPM considerations are integrated.

• Manage and respond to data breaches and DLP incidents.

• Stay up to date with the latest DLP trends, threats, and technologies.

People Management

• Foster an environment of learning, excellence, and innovation within the team and across teams.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members.

• Conduct performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.

• Ensure continuous professional development of team members.

Qualifications

Educational qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or related field.

• 10–12 years of experience in data loss prevention, data discovery/classification, and database/data security.

• Experience with DSPM tools and integration in hybrid environments.

• Familiarity with security standards and frameworks such as GDPR, ISO 27001, and NIST.

• Experience with DLP, DSPM, disk encryption tools and automation.

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or OSCP are a plus.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to stay up to date with the latest DLP trends, threats, and technologies.