Data Protection Architect

Highmark Health; Crystal Bay (NV); On-site; USD 114,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a Data Protection Engineer to lead the implementation, maintenance, and operation of data protection infrastructure across on-premises and cloud environments (GCP, AWS, Azure). You will work with Purview, ForcePoint, BigID, and Varonis, configuring DLP policies and DSPM controls, while developing PowerShell and Python utilities to automate deployment and monitoring.

The role demands 5+ years in data protection, information security, and policy management, plus hands-on

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience with Data Loss Prevention.
• 5 years of Information Security and Systems Analysis.
• 5 years deploying and maintaining infrastructure for DLP software.
• 5 years creating and managing DLP policies.
• 3 years programming in Python, Java, JavaScript, Bash, or PowerShell.
• 3 years designing architectures across GCP, AWS or Azure.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain data protection infrastructure across platforms.
• Configure DLP, DSPM, and data de-identification solutions.
• Collaborate on design of data protection solutions for on-premises and cloud.
• Troubleshoot incidents and perform root-cause analysis.
• Contribute to projects with testing, implementation, and documentation.
• Develop scripts in PowerShell and Python to improve deployment efficiency.
• Stay current with data protection technologies and compliance requirements.

Skills

Data Loss Prevention

Information Security

Python

PowerShell

GKE

Cloud Platforms

Windows

Linux

HITRUST CSF

NIST 800-83

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Security/IS/CS

Master's degree in Information Security/IS/CS

Advanced cloud certification (GCP/AWS/Azure)

Tools

Microsoft Purview

ForcePoint

BigID

Varonis

Job description

The Data Protection Engineer is a key member of the Data Protection team, responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and operational support of the organization's data protection infrastructure and applications. The Engineer will participate in complex projects, troubleshoot incidents, and contribute to the development and improvement of Data Protection engineering policies, standards, and procedures. They will work closely with senior engineers to implement and maintain data protection solutions. This role requires expertise in Microsoft Purview, ForcePoint, BigID, Varonis, Windows, Linux, GKE, Encryption, and other data loss prevention (DLP) and data security posture management (DSPM) tools.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain components of the organization's data protection infrastructure across various platforms and vendors, ensuring optimal performance and security. This includes deploying and configuring DLP, DSPM, and data de-identification solutions.
• Collaborate on the design and implementation of data protection solutions, following established best practices and aligning with business requirements. This includes working within on-premises and cloud-based environments (GCP, AWS, Azure).
• Configure and maintain data protection policies across relevant platforms, including configuring sensitive information types, tuning detection parameters, managing exception lists, and etc.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data protection incidents, conducting root cause analysis and escalating complex issues as needed for effective remediation.
• Contribute to data protection projects, assisting with tasks such as testing, implementation, and documentation, and participate in project meetings to provide updates.
• PowerShell, Python) to improve efficiency and support the deployment and maintenance of data protection software, following established coding standards and best practices.
• Actively collaborate with team members to expand technical knowledge and expertise in data protection technologies.
• Stay current with relevant data protection technologies, industry best practices, and evolving compliance requirements.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience with Data Loss Prevention
• 5 years of experience with Information Security and Systems Analysis
• 5 years of experience with deploying and maintaining infrastructure for DLP software's
• 5 years of experience with creating and managing DLP policies
• 3 years of experience with at least two modern programming languages (Python, Java, JavaScript, BASH, PowerShell etc.)
• 3 years of experience with designing and providing architectural support to at least two of the following cloud service providers: Google Cloud Platform, Amazon Web Services or Azure
• Strong teamwork and inter-personal skills
• Knowledge of HITRUST CSF, NIST 800-83 cyber security framework, PCI, HIPAA, HITECH, COBIT, ISO 27001/2, and ITIL 3
• Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Computer Science or related field
• 5 years of Information Security, Governance, Risk and or Compliance, Information Technology or Business Analysis with at least 3 years of experience with hands-on Engineering principles
• Master's degree in Information Security, Information Systems, Information Assurance, Computer Science or related field
• Advanced certification in any of these cloud providers - GCP, AWS or Azure (E.g. Professional Cloud Architect/Security Engineer)
• Language:
• ~ Travel Required:
• ~ Office-Based or Remote Position

Physical work site required

~ It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements. 127,100.00 Base pay is determined by a variety of factors including a candidate's qualifications, experience, and expected contributions, as well as internal peer equity, market, and business considerations.

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