Data Protection Consultant

Cloud Security Services; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Data Protection Consultant for a remote project lasting 4 months. This role involves defining the program scope, documenting processes, and integrating governance structures. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of data protection experience, excellent project management skills, and a bachelor's degree in Computer Science.

Qualifications

• 5+ years data protection experience required.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Define program scope and problem statements.
• Document current state for process and technologies.
• Develop roadmap and business case including funding estimates.

Skills

Data protection experience

Security Engineering and Architecture

Data classification and data security

Data encryption and access control

Security frameworks knowledge

Data loss prevention technologies

Interpersonal communication skills

Project management skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

Cloud Security Services is currently looking for an experienced Data Protection Consultant for our client. Our client requires an experienced Data Protection Consultant with excellent project management skills to support the development of an enhanced Data Protection Program Framework and Roadmap. This is a 4-month remote project that may require some onsite travel.

Responsibilities:

Define program scope and problem statements

Document current state for process and technologies of Structured Data, Unstructured Data and

Define staffing models, function integrations, governance structure, workflow definition and

Document roles and responsibilities

Develop roadmap and business case including funding estimates

Facilitate obtaining stakeholder consensus

Validate current controls and IT risk management

Required Skills:

5+ years data protection experience

1 - 3 years overall experience in Security Engineering and Architecture

Working knowledge of data classification and data security, data encryption and access control

Knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001, etc.)

Knowledge of leading industry data protection practices

Data loss prevention technologies experience (e.g., MS365 email DLP, Microsoft Information

Ability to articulate business outcomes from technical controls

Ability to interpret and leverage existing documentation

Experience working across multiple levels, functions and stakeholders in a large enterprise

setting

Working knowledge of the characteristics of Big Data; Structured Data Unstructured Data

Collaborative team worker – both in person and virtually using MS Teams or similar

Excellent project management and organizational skills with attention to detail

Excellent documentation skills; demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word,

Excel and PowerPoint

Ability to work as liaison between business and information security/information technology

Flexibility to accommodate working across different time zones

Excellent interpersonal communication skills with strong spoken and written English

Business outcomes mindset

Solid balance of strategic thinking with detailed orientation.

Self-starter, ability to take initiative

Preferred Skills:

Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, vendor certifications, etc.

1 - 3 years overall experience in data protection for cloud services (AWS, GCP, MS Azure)

1 - 3 years overall experience in data protection for server platforms, desktop platforms,

network devices, end-point devices, mobile devices, and third-party information exchange

1 - 3 years overall experience in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Digital Certificates (user and

device based), Secure Shell (SSH), Transport Layer Security (TLS), Hardware Security Modules (HSM), Key Management Lifecycle (Generation, Deployment and Revocation), Information / Digital Rights Management, Transparent Database Encryption (TDE), Storage and Messaging Encryption

1 - 2 years overall experience in IT infrastructure and networking administration

1 - 2 years overall experience in network and platform security

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer SciencePreferred Education:

Preferred Education:

• Cybersecurity certifications such as CISSP, CISM, vendor certifications, etc.