Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer

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

Job summary

A prominent client is seeking a Security Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Engineer to enhance their Cyber Security Engineering team in Leeds. This position plays a pivotal role in data protection strategies, requiring a deep understanding of DLP tools and practices. Candidates are expected to have a solid background in cyber security with specific skills in incident management and a range of relevant certifications to succeed in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a dedicated DLP role or a cyber security role with DLP focus required.
• Hands-on experience in DLP policy and incident management needed.
• Certifications such as SC-400, AZ-500, MS-900, or CISSP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer DLP policies.
• Analyze and triage DLP violations.
• Report on DLP incidents and strategies.

Skills

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Incident management

Data protection

End-User Behaviour Analytics (EUBA)

Insider Risk Management

Microsoft Purview

Microsoft 365

Security Operations

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Proofpoint

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Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer, leeds, west yorkshire

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Client:

Harrington Starr

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, 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