Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Security Data Loss Prevention Engineer to join their Cyber Security Engineering team in Oxford. The role involves developing and administering DLP policies, collaborating with other teams on DLP strategy, and ensuring data security across the organization. Candidates should have relevant DLP experience and certifications, contributing to the ongoing fight against data loss and theft.

Qualifications

• Experience in a dedicated DLP or cybersecurity role focused on DLP.
• Hands-on experience with DLP policies and incident management.
• Solid understanding of cyber and information security.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Data Loss Prevention

Cybersecurity

Incident Management

Data Protection

End-User Behaviour Analytics

Insider Risk Management

Microsoft Purview

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Purview

M365

Proofpoint

Job description

Security Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Engineer, Oxford district

Client:

Harrington Starr

Location:

Oxford district, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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 focus on protecting the organization from data loss and theft.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Developing and administering DLP policies
2. Analyzing and triaging DLP violations
3. Participating in cyber incident response with a DLP focus
4. Collaborating with Security Operations and Engineering teams on DLP strategy
5. Reporting on DLP incidents
6. Creating firm-wide DLP strategies
7. Using DLP tools such as Microsoft Purview regularly

Requirements:

• 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
• Experience with Microsoft Purview, M365, and Proofpoint technologies
• Practical experience with End-User Behaviour Analytics (EUBA) and Insider Risk Management
• A solid understanding of cyber and information security
• Certifications such as Microsoft SC-400, AZ-500, MS-900, or CISSP are preferred