Global DLP Director: Cybersecurity Strategy & Oversight

Boston Consulting Group (BCG); Portugal; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Consulting Group is seeking a senior DLP leader to drive the global Data Loss Prevention program, coordinating across Incident Response, IT, HR and Legal. The role supports the ISRM cybersecurity function and partners with DLP engineering to ensure robust controls and processes.

The position emphasizes cross-functional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence, with a Lisbon office focus and collaboration with teams in London and beyond.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in data loss prevention or information security.
• Experience leading initiatives without direct authority.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with DLP technologies (Microsoft Purview, CASB).

Responsibilities

• Lead the ongoing operation and development of BCG's global DLP program.
• Drive effective DLP processes, identifying gaps, risks, and opportunities to strengthen how the program operates.
• Coordinate with technical teams and business functions (HR, Legal, Incident Response) to align DLP strategy.

Skills

DLP

Information Security

Leadership without authority

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Relationship building

Microsoft Purview

CASB

Tools

Microsoft Purview

CASB

Job description

Boston Consulting Group is seeking a senior DLP leader to drive the global Data Loss Prevention program, coordinating across Incident Response, IT, HR and Legal. The role supports the ISRM cybersecurity function and partners with DLP engineering to ensure robust controls and processes.

The position emphasizes cross-functional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence, with a Lisbon office focus and collaboration with teams in London and beyond.