Senior Data Protection Engineer

Serasa Experian; Hyderabad; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Experian in Hyderabad is seeking a seasoned Information Security professional to design, implement and operate cryptographic and data protection solutions. You will manage encryption keys, PKI, certificate mgmt, and HSMs across cloud and on-prem environments, while enabling automation and robust monitoring.

You will collaborate with the Data Protection team, support roadmaps, policies and audits, and participate in 24x7 on-call rotations. This role reports to a Senior Manager.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of experience in Information Security or Cybersecurity.
• Experience securing enterprise applications and databases (Oracle, DB2, SQL Server, Teradata).
• Hands-on with encryption, key management, PKI, certificate management and policy enforcement across cloud and on-prem.
• Experience with AWS Cloud Services, AWS CloudHSM, Thales CipherTrust Manager/Thales HSM and cloud encryption across AWS/Azure/Google Cloud.
• Collaborate with teams to implement data protection solutions and manage encryption keys lifecycle using automation and monitoring tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage and support cryptographic and Data Protection solutions (encryption, key mgmt, PKI, certificates, HSMs, AWS).
• Perform day-to-day engineering and operations activities including onboarding, builds, upgrades, troubleshooting, health checks and deployment support.
• Collaborate with Data Protection Manager and stakeholders to identify security gaps and drive automation, upgrades and process improvements.
• Ensure implementations are ready for production with documentation, monitoring, KPIs, governance and change management.
• Support Data Protection roadmap, security policies, audits, and weekly progress reporting; participate in 24x7 on-call support.
• Report to a Senior Manager.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Data Protection

Automation & Scripting

Monitoring & Observability

Cloud & Hybrid Security

Tools

AWS Cloud Services

AWS CloudHSM

Thales CipherTrust Manager

Thales HSM

Splunk

Grafana

Prometheus

Job description

Job Description:

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more. Experian invests in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. We have an amazing team of 25,200 people in 32 countries.

Job Description

• You will design, manage, and support cryptographic and Data Protection solutions, including encryption, key management, PKI, certificate management, HSMs, and AWS cloud services.
• You will perform day-to-day engineering and operations activities such as encryption onboarding, platform builds and upgrades, troubleshooting, health checks, infrastructure maintenance, and integration support.
• You will collaborate with the Data Protection Manager and stakeholders to identify security gaps, improve controls, and drive automation, upgrades, and process enhancements.
• You will ensure all implementations are operationally ready with proper documentation, monitoring, alerting, KPIs, governance, and change management before production deployment.
• You will support the Data Protection roadmap, security policies, audits, certification initiatives, weekly progress reporting, and participate in 24x7 rotational on-call support.
• You will report to a Senior Manager.

Qualifications

• You will bring 9+ years of experience in Information Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field, with a strong understanding of enterprise security practices.
• You will support and secure enterprise applications and databases, including platforms such as Oracle, DB2, SQL Server, and Teradata.
• You will have hands-on experience with encryption, key management, PKI, certificate management, file encryption, and security policy enforcement across cloud and on-premises environments.
• You will work with encryption and security solutions such as AWS Cloud Services, AWS CloudHSM, Thales CipherTrust Manager, Thales HSM, and cloud encryption technologies across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• You will partner with application and business teams to implement data protection solutions, manage encryption keys throughout their lifecycle, and leverage automation, scripting, monitoring, and observability tools such as Splunk, Grafana, and Prometheus to enhance security operations in a global environment.

Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we truly celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what truly matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, engagement, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's strong people first approach is award winning; Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, FORTUNE Best Companies to work and Glassdoor Best Places to Work (globally 4.4 Stars) to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affrimative Action employer. Innovation is a critical part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, color, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

Recruitment Fraud Awareness

Experian's recruitment process is conducted only through authorised channels. Recruitment communications will only be sent from an @experian.com email address. Experian will never ask candidates to make any payment as part of an application, interview, assessment, onboarding, or recruitment process. To apply for roles or verify opportunities, please visit experian.com/careers.

Benefits

Experian care for employee's work life balance, health, safety and wellbeing. In support of this endeavor, we offer the best family well-being benefits, enhanced medical benefits and paid time off.

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Job Details

• Employee Status: Regular
• Role Type: Hybrid
• Department: Technology
• Schedule: Full Time