Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Cyber Security sector is seeking a Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer to join their team in Colchester. This role involves developing and administering DLP policies, managing incidents, and collaborating with security teams. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in DLP roles, especially with tools like Microsoft Purview and a solid foundation in cyber security principles.

Qualifications

• Experience in a dedicated DLP role or heavy DLP focus in cyber security.
• Hands-on experience with DLP policy, data protection, and reporting.
• Good understanding of cyber and information security.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer DLP policies.
• Analyze and triage DLP violations.
• Work with Security Operations and Engineering on DLP strategy.

Skills

DLP policy management

Incident management

Data protection

Reporting

End-User Behaviour Analytics

Insider Risk Management

Cyber security

Education

Certifications like Microsoft SC-400, AZ-500, MS-900, or CISSP

Tools

Microsoft Purview

M365

Proofpoint

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Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer, colchester

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Client:

Harrington Starr

Location:

colchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Data Loss Prevention/ DLP/ Insider Threat Analyst required by Harrington Starr’s global client to play a key role in their Cyber Security Engineering team.

The role will play a key role in protecting the organisation from exposure to data loss/ theft.

Key accountabilities will include:

• Developing and administering DLP policies
• Perform analysis and triage of DLP violations
• Play an integral role in any cyber incidents with a DLP focus
• Working with the Security Operations and Engineering teams on DLP strategy
• Provide reporting on DLP incidents
• Developing Firmwide strategy for Data Loss Prevention
• Regular usage of DLP tools such as Microsoft Purview

In order to be suitable, you will need:

• Experience in a dedicated DLP role or a cyber security role with a heavy DLP focus.
• Hands-on experience of DLP policy, incident management, data protection and reporting
• Experience of Microsoft Purview, M365, and Proofpoint technologies
• Practical experience End-User Behaviour Analytics (EUBA) and Insider Risk Management
• A good overall understanding of cyber and information security
• Certifications such as Microsoft SC-400, AZ-500, MS- 900, or CISSP preferred