Lead Cloud Data Security Engineer (CASB/DSPM & 365)

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD); Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 133,600 - 220,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD) is seeking a Lead Infrastructure Security Engineer with deep CASB, DSPM, and Microsoft 365 data security expertise to design, implement, and maintain data protection strategies across cloud and SaaS environments. The role emphasizes safeguarding sensitive data, regulatory compliance, and threat mitigation across enterprise IT.

You will design architectures for SaaS/IaaS/PaaS, deploy CASB solutions, manage DSPM, and enhance MS 365 security controls while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of cybersecurity experience with a strong focus on data security.
• Hands-on experience with CASB solutions (e.g., Z Scaler, Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps).
• Proven experience implementing and managing DSPM tools and frameworks.
• Deep expertise in Microsoft 365 security and compliance features.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (Azure/AWS).
• Experience with DLP, data classification, encryption, and access controls.
• Familiarity with SIEM/SOAR tools (e.g., Sentinel, Splunk).
• Knowledge of IAM, including Zero Trust principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise-wide data security solutions using CASB, DSPM, and Microsoft 365 security capabilities (preferably with Z Scaler).
• Develop secure architectures for SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS with data visibility and protection.
• Deploy, configure, and optimize CASB solutions to enforce security policies across cloud apps.
• Monitor user activity, detect anomalies, and prevent data exfiltration.
• Lead DSPM tool implementation to discover, classify, and monitor sensitive data.
• Establish data classification frameworks and automate risk assessments.
• Provide continuous visibility into data exposure and compliance gaps.
• Integrate Microsoft CoPilot and Z Scaler or similar CASB/DSPM products.
• Administer and enhance Microsoft 365 security controls (information protection, Insider Risk, Defender for Cloud Apps).
• Investigate security alerts related to data access and exfiltration; collaborate with SOC/IR teams.
• Ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA) and support audits.

Skills

Data security

CASB

Microsoft 365 security

Zero Trust

IAM

Cloud security

DLP

Data classification

Encryption

SIEM/SOAR

Azure/AWS

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/InfoSec or related

Tools

Z Scaler

Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps

Splunk

Sentinel

Entra ID

Job description

Prudential Annuities Distributors (PAD) is seeking a Lead Infrastructure Security Engineer with deep CASB, DSPM, and Microsoft 365 data security expertise to design, implement, and maintain data protection strategies across cloud and SaaS environments. The role emphasizes safeguarding sensitive data, regulatory compliance, and threat mitigation across enterprise IT.

You will design architectures for SaaS/IaaS/PaaS, deploy CASB solutions, manage DSPM, and enhance MS 365 security controls while