Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Security Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Engineer to protect its organization from data loss or theft. The position focuses on developing and administering DLP strategies and requires strong experience in cybersecurity principles and tools. Successful candidates will be part of a dynamic Cyber Security Engineering team and work closely with security operations.

Benefits

EU work authorization required

Qualifications

• Experience in a dedicated DLP or cybersecurity role with a focus on DLP.
• Hands-on experience with DLP policies, incident management, data protection, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles.

Responsibilities

• Developing and administering DLP policies.
• Analyzing and triaging DLP violations.
• Collaborating with Security Operations and Engineering teams.

Skills

Data Loss Prevention

Cybersecurity

Incident Management

Reporting

End-User Behaviour Analytics

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Purview

M365

Proofpoint technologies

Job description

Security Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Engineer, Luton, Bedfordshire

Client:

Harrington Starr

Location:

Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

Job Description:

Harrington Starr’s global client is seeking a Data Loss Prevention (DLP) / Insider Threat Analyst to join their Cyber Security Engineering team. The role involves protecting the organization from data loss or theft through various security strategies and tools.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Developing and administering DLP policies
2. Analyzing and triaging DLP violations
3. Responding to cyber incidents with a DLP focus
4. Collaborating with Security Operations and Engineering teams on DLP strategy
5. Reporting on DLP incidents
6. Developing firm-wide data loss prevention strategies
7. Utilizing DLP tools such as Microsoft Purview

Qualifications:

1. Experience in a dedicated DLP or cybersecurity role with a focus on DLP
2. Hands-on experience with DLP policies, incident management, data protection, and reporting
3. Experience with Microsoft Purview, M365, and Proofpoint technologies
4. Practical knowledge of End-User Behaviour Analytics (EUBA) and Insider Risk Management
5. Strong understanding of cybersecurity principles
6. Certifications such as Microsoft SC-400, AZ-500, MS-900, or CISSP are preferred

This position requires EU work authorization. The job is active and accepting applications until 15th July 2025.