Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Specialist

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health & retirement benefits

Fully remote work

Training opportunities

Impact on Kimberley data protection

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Specialist to implement and manage DLP solutions that protect sensitive data in Kimberley, Canada. You will configure policies, monitor alerts, and investigate potential data breaches.

Collaboration with IT, legal and compliance teams is essential to ensure regulatory alignment and effective data protection strategies, with opportunities for remote work and professional certification.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in information security with a focus on data loss prevention or data security.
• Hands-on with configuring and managing DLP solutions from major vendors.
• Knowledge of data privacy regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage DLP tools and policies across endpoints, networks, and cloud.
• Monitor DLP alerts and investigate data leaks or policy violations.
• Develop DLP rules and policies based on business needs, risk assessments, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to address data loss incidents.
• Provide regular reporting on DLP effectiveness, risks, and incident trends.
• Stay updated on data protection regulations and best practices related to DLP.

Skills

DLP policies

Data classification

Regulatory compliance

Incident response

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security or Computer Science

Tools

Symantec DLP

Forcepoint DLP

McAfee DLP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Specialist to implement and manage solutions that protect sensitive data from unauthorized disclosure or exfiltration in Kimberley . You will be responsible for configuring DLP policies, monitoring DLP alerts, and investigating potential data breaches. This role is crucial in ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of the organization's data assets. You will work closely with IT, legal, and compliance teams to ensure that data protection measures are effective and aligned with regulatory requirements, playing a key part in maintaining trust and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy, and manage Data Loss Prevention (DLP) tools and policies across various endpoints, networks, and cloud environments.
• Monitor DLP alerts and investigate potential data leaks or policy violations.
• Develop and refine DLP rules and policies based on business needs, risk assessments, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with incident response teams to address and remediate confirmed data loss incidents.
• Provide regular reporting on DLP effectiveness, identified risks, and incident trends.
• Stay updated on data protection regulations and best practices related to DLP.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field; relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, GIAC, or specific DLP vendor certifications are desirable.
• 3+ years of experience in information security, with a focus on data loss prevention or data security.
• Hands-on experience with configuring and managing DLP solutions from major vendors (e.g., Symantec, Forcepoint, McAfee).
• Strong understanding of data classification, data privacy, and relevant regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR).
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail in monitoring and investigating alerts.
• Good communication skills to articulate DLP policies and findings to various stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Fully remote work arrangement with occasional team meetups.
• Access to training and certifications in data security and DLP technologies.
• Opportunity to significantly impact data protection strategies in Kimberley .