Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer to enhance their Cyber Security Engineering team in Sheffield. The role focuses on preventing data loss through policy development, incident management, and collaboration on security strategies. Candidates should have significant DLP experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in a dedicated DLP or cyber security role.
• Hands-on experience in policy and incident management.
• Certifications such as Microsoft SC-400 or CISSP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer DLP policies.
• Analyze and triage DLP violations.
• Collaborate on DLP strategy with security teams.

Skills

DLP policies

Incident management

Data protection

Microsoft Purview

End-User Behaviour Analytics

Insider Risk Management

Cyber security knowledge

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, sheffield, south yorkshire

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Client:

Harrington Starr

Location:

sheffield, south 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