Senior Analyst - Data Protection (Remote)

United Airlines; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 109,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

United Airlines is looking for a Senior Analyst - Data Protection to join its Cybersecurity and Digital Risk team. This role focuses on building and enhancing the Data Loss Prevention program, ensuring robust compliance with industry standards and protecting sensitive information. The successful applicant will collaborate with multiple stakeholders and drive initiatives to uplift data protection practices across the organization.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Parental leave

401(k) with flight privileges

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a STEM-related field required.
• Hands-on experience with DLP and Data Protection tools.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the Data Protection and DLP strategy.
• Develop and execute DLP program strategy collaborating with stakeholders.
• Strengthen governance by defining data handling guidelines.

Skills

Data Protection standards

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) best practices

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

DLP tools

Job description

Senior Analyst - Data Protection (Remote)

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Description

Join our Cybersecurity and Digital Risk (CDR) team to help us also lead the airline industry in cyber-safety. United’s CDR team is tasked with keeping our customers’ and employees’ information safe and secure. Our primary mission is to embed cybersecurity into the DNA of United Airlines by reducing business risk through implementation of strong cybersecurity standards.

Job Overview And Responsibilities

The Data Protection Senior Analyst is responsible for building, executing, and enhancing the Data Protection and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) program strategy and contributing to related cybersecurity initiatives. The Data Protection Senior Analyst works closely with Legal, HR, Business, Digital Technology, and other Cybersecurity associates and is part of a strategic and comprehensive cybersecurity team that is accountable for ensuring compliance in accordance with regulatory expectations, risk appetite, organizational risk practices, and evolving business needs.

• Lead the implementation of the Data Protection and DLP strategy and program.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive DLP program strategy, collaborating with Legal, HR, Business, Digital Technology, and other Cybersecurity teams.
• Strengthen governance by updating policies, defining sensitive information types, and creating clear data handling guidelines for employees.
• Design and implement a risk assessment framework targeting egress vectors to identify and mitigate risks effectively.
• Deploy DLP tools to prevent data exfiltration, establish defect management processes, and mitigate risks associated with sensitive data movement.
• Equip employees with tools and solutions to protect data, ensuring controls focus on the secure movement of sensitive information types.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to evaluate potential compliance areas, identify gaps, and ensure full compliance with regulations.
• Interpret and apply relevant laws, regulations, policies, and related guidance to enhance processes, policies, standards, or programs in support of cybersecurity responsibilities.
• Facilitate discussions with business teams to educate them about applicable data protection requirements, including those relevant to cybersecurity controls.
• Coach team members.
  
  

Qualifications

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 4+ years in a STEM-related field.
• Strong understanding of Data Protection standards, DLP best practices, and regulations (local, domestic, and global) to manage risks related to the use, processing, storage, and transmission of information or data.
• Experience developing and executing a Data Loss Prevention program strategy.
• Skill in communicating with all levels of management (e.g., interpersonal skills, approachability, effective listening skills, appropriate use of style and language for the audience).
• Ability to perform in a dynamic environment to strict deadlines, with the ability to address multiple activities concurrently.
• Hands-on experience with DLP and Data Protection tools, vendors, and product capabilities.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship.
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification.
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position.
  
  

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

• Master's degree
• CISSP, CISA, CIPP, CIPT, or CISM
• Knowledge of computer networking concepts and protocols, and network security
• Knowledge of security engineering and architecture concepts
• Expertise in designing and implementing a risk assessment framework targeting egress vectors.
• Knowledge of cryptography and cryptographic key management concepts
  
  

Job post expiration 7/15/2025

The base pay range for this role is $109,820.00 to $149,600.00.

The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact [e-mail] to request accommodation. WHQ00025240

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Airlines and Aviation

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