Data Loss Protection Analyst

Hexaware Technologies; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT Services company is seeking a Data Protection Analyst in Plano, TX. This role involves analyzing data loss prevention alerts and collaborating with infosec teams on cyber threats. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of experience in Data Security Monitoring, excellent analytical skills, and proficiency with SIEM detection technologies such as CrowdStrike and Microsoft Purview. The position is full-time with a mid-senior level seniority.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in Data Security Monitoring and Response.
• Proficiency in responding to alerts from SIEM technologies.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data loss prevention alerts and perform response activities.
• Collaborate with teams on cyber threats and implement mitigation policies.
• Support DLP engineers in testing new technologies.

Skills

Data Security Monitoring

SIEM technologies

Analytical skills

Tools

CrowdStrike

Microsoft Purview

Symantec

Job description

At Hexaware Technologies, we are a leading global IT Services company, dedicated to driving digital transformation and innovation for businesses around the world. Founded in 1990, Hexaware has grown into a global trusted partner for enterprises, offering comprehensive AI‑empowered services including IT Consulting, Application Development, Infrastructure and Cloud Management and Business Process services.

At Hexaware we are a community of creative, diverse, and open‑minded. We pride ourselves on our people‑centric culture and commitment to sustainability. Our diverse team of over 30,000 professionals across 30 countries is driven by a shared passion for innovation and excellence. We foster a collaborative environment where creativity and continuous learning are encouraged, enabling our employees to thrive and grow.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data loss prevention alerts, perform notification and response activities.
• Collaborate with infosec teams and global stakeholders on new or emerging cyber threats to implement policies focused on mitigation of data loss events.
• Support DLP engineers with testing, evaluation, and scoring of new capabilities/technologies.
• Improve processes through a holistic understanding of event life cycle through the remediation phase.
• Participate in tabletop exercises to prepare for potential events.
• Maintain an active awareness of cyber threats, countermeasure technologies, and industry trends. Where appropriate, follow up on Cyber threat Intelligence reports to ensure control alignment to current threat environment.
• Develop, maintain, and standardize data protection response documentation following internal and industry best practices.

Requirements

• At least 3‑5 years of experience in Data Security Monitoring and Response, with proficiency responding to alerts from SIEM detection and response technologies (i.e., CrowdStrike Data Protection/NextGen SIEM, Symantec, Sumologic).
• Experience implementing controls and configuring policies for more than one DLP function (i.e., Data in Motion, Data at Rest, Data in Use, Internet Monitoring) with tooling for Microsoft Purview/Defender, CrowdStrike, Trellix, Symantec Protect/Prevent, Proofpoint and/or other DSPM/CASB applications.
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze complex issues and recommend effective solutions (through implementation of rules, automation, or orchestration).

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Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Analyst

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting and Information Services