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Veridian Credit Union; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Veridian Credit Union is seeking an IT Security Cloud Data Protection Engineer to secure Microsoft 365 and Azure environments with MPIP-driven data governance and compliance alignment. The role focuses on policy design, implementation, and ongoing protection across cloud and on‑premise resources.

The candidate will deploy MPIP data classification and DLP, collaborate with IT Security teams to address threats, and stay current with evolving Microsoft security features and regulatory requirements,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• 8+ years of overall experience.
• 2+ years of cloud security experience with M365 and Azure.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CSF 2.0, CIS, ISO 27001-2022).
• Familiarity with financial regulatory and compliance requirements including NCUA.

Responsibilities

• Serve as subject matter expert for Microsoft Purview Information Protection (MPIP).
• Design, implement, and maintain MPIP for M365, Azure, and on-premise.
• Develop and enforce MPIP security policies aligned with governance standards.
• Deploy data classification in Microsoft 365 and Azure to align with governance solutions.
• Design and deploy MPIP data loss prevention (DLP).
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to policy violations and security alerts.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Job description

IT Security Cloud Data Protection Engineer

Posted about 7 days agoApply by October 08, 2026

Hybrid-Remote Des Moines Metro Area
Hybrid-Remote Omaha Metro Area
Hybrid-Remote Waterloo & Cedar Falls, IA
Full-Time

The IT Security Cloud Data Protection Engineer is focused on securing Microsoft 365 and Azure environments, with a strong emphasis in using Microsoft Purview Information Protection (MPIP) to enforce and align the security posture with data governance and compliance standards.

Essential Functions

• Serve as the subject matter expert for Microsoft Purview Information Protection (MPIP) suite of tools.
• Design, implement, and maintain MPIP for M365, Azure, and on-premise.
• Develop, document, and enforce MPIP security policies, standards, and best practices for cloud-based resources across the Microsoft tenant (Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Azure).
• Deploy and configure data classification in Microsoft 365 and Azure to ensure alignment with Veridian's Data Governance solution Lightbeam.ai.
• Design and deploy MPIP data loss prevention (DLP) that aligns with Veridian's current standards and on-premise solutions.
• Work collaboratively with the IT Security Analyst and Specialists to monitor, investigate, and respond to policy violations and security alerts related to data handling using Microsoft Purview dashboards and alerts.
• Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security requirements affecting Veridian's cloud environment.
• Work with cross departmental teams to support business initiatives leveraging M365 and Azure, ensuring security requirements are established and adhered to.
• Evaluate and recommend new security solutions based on emerging threats.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data governance needs and ensure proper information lifecycle management.
• Provide guidance and training to stakeholders on cloud security best practices and data governance requirements.
• Stay up to date with evolving Microsoft security features, compliance regulations, and industry trends.
• On call availability required for system support as needed (including nights and weekends).
• Monitor and provide solutions to IT Security support tickets.

Key Attributes

• Oral and written communication skills.
• Member service focus.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Positive attitude that supports a team environment.
• Dependable and punctual; flexible during peak times.
• High level of confidentiality.
• Organizational skills.
• Self-motivated; ability to work without close supervision.
• Problem solving; analysis.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

Physical Demands

• Occasionally lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.
• Remain sedentary (seated) for extended periods of time.

Working Conditions

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.

Travel

Limited travel expected.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience of 8+ years.
• 2+ years of experience developing and designing cloud security with a focus on M365 and Azure.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CSF 2.0, CIS, ISO 27001-2022).
• Familiarity working with financial regulatory and compliance requirements including NCUA