Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity client is seeking a Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer in Exeter to protect against data loss and theft. The role requires hands-on experience in DLP policies and incident management, along with strong knowledge of cyber security tools such as Microsoft Purview. Ideal candidates will hold relevant certifications and be integral to developing a firmwide DLP strategy.

Qualifications

• Experience in a dedicated DLP role or a cyber security role.
• Hands-on experience of DLP policy and incident management.
• Good understanding of cyber and information security.

Responsibilities

• Developing and administering DLP policies.
• Analyzing and triaging DLP violations.
• Working with Security Operations on DLP strategy.

Skills

DLP policy

Incident management

Data protection

Cyber security

Reporting

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Purview

M365

Proofpoint technologies

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Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer, exeter

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Client:

Harrington Starr

Location:

exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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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