Information Protection Analyst

ZS; Maharashtra; Hybrid; INR 1,000,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Travel opportunities

Job summary

ZS is seeking an Information Protection Analyst to support the day-to-day operations of our DLP and DSPM programs across endpoints, cloud environments, and SaaS applications. The role focuses on managing DLP operations, data discovery, incident investigations, policy tuning, and compliance reporting.

This position is ideal for candidates with 2 to 5 years of experience in Cybersecurity Operations or Data Protection who can work with tools like Zscaler DLP, Microsoft Purview, BigID, Defender, and

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in Cybersecurity Operations, Data Protection, SOC, Insider Threat, EDR, or Information Security environments.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, incident response, endpoint security, ransomware/breach investigations, and DLP concepts.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Zscaler DLP, Microsoft Purview, BigID, Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Sentinel, and ServiceNow.
• Experience with data discovery, classification, security monitoring, cloud security, and compliance-related activities.
• Ability to analyze security incidents, coordinate cross-functional investigations, and communicate effectively with technical and business stakeholders.
• Experience with Microsoft Insider Risk Management, DLP administration, security automation, or workflow tools is highly preferred.
• Fluency in English
• Client-first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the implementation of new information protection capabilities, security awareness initiatives, and process improvement programs.
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to DLP, Insider Threat, and data security incidents across enterprise environments.
• Analyze alerts, identify true positives and false positives, and investigate potential data exfiltration activities.
• Support the end-to-end lifecycle of DLP policies, including testing, tuning, deployment, validation, and exception management.
• Perform data discovery, classification, and risk assessment activities using DSPM platforms such as BigID.
• Onboard and manage data sources across cloud, SaaS, and enterprise platforms including AWS, Azure, Microsoft 365, and SharePoint.
• Collaborate with Security, Infrastructure, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, HR, and business teams to drive incident response and remediation activities.
• Prepare operational dashboards, compliance reports, audit evidence, KPIs, and executive metrics.

Skills

Cybersecurity operations

Data protection

SOC

Insider threat

EDR

Information security

Security certifications

Tools

Zscaler DLP

Microsoft Purview

BigID

Microsoft Defender

CrowdStrike

Microsoft Sentinel

ServiceNow

Job description

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

Information Protection Analyst in the Enterprise will…

We are seeking a highly motivated Information Protection Analyst to support the day-to-day operations of our Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) programs. The role will focus on managing Zscaler DLP operations, BigID data discovery activities, incident investigations, policy tuning, compliance reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives to protect sensitive enterprise data across endpoints, cloud environments, and SaaS applications.

This position is ideal for candidates with 2 to 5 years of experience in Cybersecurity Operations/ Data Protection /SOC environments / EDR controls who are looking to further their expertise with enterprise-scale security controls.

What you’ll do:

• Contribute to the implementation of new information protection capabilities, security awareness initiatives, and process improvement programs.
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to DLP, Insider Threat, and data security incidents across enterprise environments.
• Analyze alerts, identify true positives and false positives, and investigate potential data exfiltration activities.
• Support the end-to-end lifecycle of DLP policies, including testing, tuning, deployment, validation, and exception management.
• Perform data discovery, classification, and risk assessment activities using DSPM platforms such as BigID.
• Onboard and manage data sources across cloud, SaaS, and enterprise platforms including AWS, Azure, Microsoft 365, and SharePoint.
• Collaborate with Security, Infrastructure, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, HR, and business teams to drive incident response and remediation activities.
• Prepare operational dashboards, compliance reports, audit evidence, KPIs, and executive metrics.

What you’ll bring:

• Relevant certifications such as Security+, CySA+, SC-401, Zscaler Data Security certifications, or BigID certifications are a plus.
• 2-5 years of experience in Cybersecurity Operations, Data Protection, SOC, Insider Threat, EDR, or Information Security environments.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, incident response, endpoint security, ransomware/breach investigations, and Data Loss Prevention concepts.
• Hands-on experience or exposure to tools such as Zscaler DLP, Microsoft Purview, BigID, Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, Microsoft Sentinel, and ServiceNow.
• Experience with data discovery, classification, security monitoring, cloud security, and compliance-related activities.
• Ability to analyze security incidents, coordinate cross-functional investigations, and communicate effectively with technical and business stakeholders.
• Experience with Microsoft Insider Risk Management, DLP administration, security automation, or workflow tools is highly preferred.
• Fluency in English
• Client-first mentality
• Intense work ethic
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

How you’ll grow:

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits:

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in India, visit ZS India office locations | Where we work | ZS.

Hybrid working model:

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Travel:

Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

Considering applying?

At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.

Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.

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www.zs.com