Security Data Loss Prevention DLP Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Security Data Loss Prevention Engineer to join their Cyber Security Engineering team. This role focuses on protecting against data loss and theft by developing DLP strategies, analyzing incidents, and collaborating with security teams. Ideal candidates should have relevant cybersecurity experience and specific certifications.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

DLP policies

Incident management

Data protection

Reporting

Cybersecurity understanding

End-User Behaviour Analytics (EUBA)

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Proofpoint technologies

Job description

Security Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Engineer, Watford, Hertfordshire

Client:

Harrington Starr

Location:

Watford, Hertfordshire, 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 involves protecting the organization from data loss or theft.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Developing and administering DLP policies
2. Analyzing and triaging DLP violations
3. Playing an integral role in cyber incidents involving DLP
4. Collaborating with Security Operations and Engineering teams on DLP strategy
5. Reporting on DLP incidents
6. Developing firmwide strategy for Data Loss Prevention
7. Using DLP tools such as Microsoft Purview regularly

Candidate requirements:

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 experience with End-User Behaviour Analytics (EUBA) and Insider Risk Management
5. Good understanding of cyber and information security
6. Certifications such as Microsoft SC-400, AZ-500, MS-900, or CISSP are preferred