Information Security Manager - Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Nexus Recruitment Group; Taguig; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Nexus Recruitment Group seeks an Information Security Manager for Data Loss Prevention (DLP) based in Manila. You will lead the data protection program, oversee DLP technologies, and align security with business goals across cloud and on‑prem environments.

The role combines hands‑on management of Microsoft Purview with strategic vendor and stakeholder engagement, team development, and governance alignment. Manila‑based team growth and cross‑functional collaboration are key success factors.

Qualifications

• At least 2-3 years of leadership in DLP programs.
• Hands-on with cloud-based DLP solutions, esp. Microsoft Purview.
• Familiarity with Azure security architecture and related certs a plus.
• Strong data classification, risk-based controls, and policy development.
• Experience coordinating security operations with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the global DLP strategy, tools, and team.
• Oversee Enterprise DLP implementations with a focus on Microsoft Purview.
• Improve DLP policies, controls, and detection across cloud, endpoints, and collaboration tools.
• Coordinate with IT, legal, compliance, and business units.
• Manage DLP vendor relationships and performance.
• Monitor operations, provide leadership reports and recommendations.
• Mentor Manila team and support talent development.
• Ensure alignment with cybersecurity frameworks and governance.

Skills

DLP leadership

Microsoft Purview

Cloud-based DLP

Stakeholder coordination

Vendor management

Communication

Project management

Data classification

Risk-based controls

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Proofpoint

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Information Security Manager - Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

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Job Summary:

We are looking for a technically skilled and strategically driven Information Security Manager Data Loss Prevention (DLP) to lead the firms data protection program and ensure the ongoing safeguarding of sensitive information across cloud and enterprise environments. This is a key leadership role, combining hands‑on oversight of DLP technologies with cross-functional stakeholder collaboration, vendor management, and team development.

The successful candidate will have experience managing cloud‑based DLP toolsprimarily Microsoft Purviewand will be responsible for driving data security initiatives that align with business objectives and compliance mandates. The position offers strong leadership exposure and growth potential, particularly as the Manila-based security team expands.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the global Data Loss Prevention strategy, tools, and team to protect the firms sensitive information assets.
• Oversee the implementation, tuning, and performance of enterprise‑wide DLP solutions, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Purview.
• Drive continuous improvement of DLP policies, controls, and detection logic across cloud platforms, endpoints, and collaboration tools.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including IT, legal, compliance, and business units, to ensure alignment with security and regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with DLP vendors and technology partners, ensuring performance and value delivery.
• Monitor DLP operations and metrics, delivering timely reports and recommendations to leadership.
• Support the future growth of the DLP team in Manila, mentoring junior team members and contributing to talent development and succession planning.
• Ensure the DLP function aligns with broader cybersecurity frameworks and governance policies.

Qualifications:

• At least 2-3 years of leadership experience in managing or leading Data Loss Prevention programs.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud‑based DLP solutions, particularly Microsoft Purview (experience with Proofpoint, AWS, or GCP will be considered).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure security architecture; Azure certifications a plus.
• Strong understanding of data classification, risk‑based controls, policy development, and DLP alert management.
• Proven experience with stakeholder coordination and security operations in enterprise environments.
• Excellent communication, project management, and vendor management skills.

Preferred Certifications (Nice-to-Have):

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• Microsoft SC-400: Information Protection Administrator