Data Security Engineer

MORGAN MCKINLEY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cybersecurity firm in Singapore is seeking a DLP Specialist to design and maintain data loss prevention solutions. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience managing DLP technologies, a strong understanding of data protection regulations, and excellent analytical skills. Responsibilities include monitoring alerts, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with various teams to ensure data security.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in implementing and managing DLP technologies.
• Strong understanding of compliance requirements.
• Experience with network, endpoint, and cloud security.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain DLP solutions.
• Monitor DLP alerts and incidents.
• Develop data protection policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits.

Skills

Data protection regulations

Incident response

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Symantec DLP

McAfee DLP

Forcepoint

Digital Guardian

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain DLP solutions across the organization’s network, endpoints, and cloud environments.
• Monitor and analyze DLP alerts and incidents, performing root cause analysis and recommending remediation actions.
• Develop and enforce data protection policies and procedures in alignment with industry best practices and compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
• Collaborate with IT, legal, and compliance teams to identify sensitive data and implement appropriate controls.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities related to data loss.
• Provide training and awareness programs to employees on data protection and DLP best practices.
• Stay updated with the latest trends, threats, and technologies in data loss prevention and cybersecurity.
• Generate reports and metrics to communicate the effectiveness of DLP measures to management.
• Participate in incident response activities related to data breaches or data loss events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) in implementing and managing DLP technologies (e.g., Symantec DLP, McAfee DLP, Forcepoint, Digital Guardian).
• Strong understanding of data protection regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience with network security, endpoint security, and cloud security concepts.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation to enhance DLP processes is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or vendor-specific DLP certifications are desirable.