Senior Data Protection Engineer (REMOTE)

Hanover Insurance Group, Inc.; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)

Job summary

Hanover Insurance Group, Inc. is looking for a Senior Data Protection Engineer to join its IT Security organization in Worcester, MA or remotely. This role involves enhancing data protection and threat detection capabilities while mentoring junior staff.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in IT security, particularly in data protection, incident management, and familiarity with Microsoft Purview. The role also offers opportunities for career development and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of IT security experience in data protection and incident response.
• Experience with securing data via dedicated platforms like Microsoft Purview.
• Strong understanding of both structured and unstructured data protection principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop data protection solutions and enhance threat detection.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve cybersecurity strategies.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead cybersecurity initiatives.

Skills

IT security experience

Data protection expertise

Strong communication skills

Vulnerability management

Incident response

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Education

5+ years of relevant IT security experience

Authorization to work in the US

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Job description

Worcester, MA, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, June 22, 2026 at 4:00 AM

For more than 170 years, The Hanover has been committed to delivering on our promises and being there when it matters the most. We live our values every day, demonstrating we CARE through our values, Sustainability initiatives and inclusive corporate culture.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Protection Engineer to join our IT Security organization in Worcester, MA or in a remote capacity.

POSITION SUMMARY

In this role, you will provide subject matter expertise on complex initiatives and be responsible for building, maintaining, and enhancing data protection, threat detection, and response capabilities. You will collaborate across the InfoSec team and business units to strengthen the organization’s cybersecurity posture.

You are a strong communicator and relationship builder who can influence stakeholders, drive consensus, and lead action. This role also includes mentoring junior engineers and modeling core organizational values.

This is a full-time, exempt position.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL

• Design and develop solutions addressing new features, interoperability, vulnerabilities, and system limitations.
• Evaluate current capabilities, anticipate future needs, and partner with stakeholders and vendors to deliver enhancements.
• Research, design, and implement enterprise security solutions that align with business strategy and protect organizational data.
• Support and influence change management and security initiatives across assigned areas.
• Integrate security into business processes and assess risks associated with new applications and technologies.
• Provide recommendations to mitigate risk and support business objectives.
• Serve as a security subject matter expert to engineering, architecture, and development teams.
• Perform advanced troubleshooting and provide support, including participation in on-call rotations.
• Deliver timely reports and findings to management and leadership.
• Recommend and interpret security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Identify risk gaps and develop appropriate solutions.
• Stay current on emerging threats and trends, assessing impact and integrating improvements into security strategies.
• Drive process improvements that enhance quality and efficiency across teams.
• Provide guidance and technical direction on complex initiatives.
• Develop and maintain correlation searches and alerts using diverse log sources.
• Optimize detection and response through automation, orchestration, and advanced analytics.
• Monitor and ensure the effectiveness of prevention, detection, and response capabilities.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity engineering and threat intelligence teams to improve security tools and processes.
• Contribute to the development of cybersecurity procedures.
• Mentor and train team members.
• Demonstrate initiative and accountability in achieving results.

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY

• 5+ years of IT security experience in areas such as data protection, security operations, incident response, vulnerability management, and intrusion detection.
• Experience securing data using Microsoft Purview or similar platforms.
• Strong knowledge of data protection principles for structured and unstructured data, including Data Loss Prevention (DLP) for data in transit and at rest.
• Authorization to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident).

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

It’s not just a job, it’s a career, and we are here to support you every step of the way. We want you to be successful and fulfilled. Through on-the-job experiences, personalized coaching and our robust learning and development programs, we encourage you – at every level – to grow and develop.

BENEFITS

We offer comprehensive benefits to help you be healthy, build financial security, and balance work and home life. At The Hanover, you’ll enjoy what you do and have the support you need to succeed.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401K with a company match
• PTO
• Cultural Awareness Day in support of IDE
• On-site medical/wellness center (Worcester only)

The Hanover values diversity in the workplace and among our customers. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.

Furthermore, The Hanover Insurance Group is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

As an equal opportunity employer, Hanover does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities who wish to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, should contact us at: [e-mail] and include the link of the job posting in which you are interested.

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Compensation

The target hiring range for this role may vary based on geographic location and other factors, including merit or performance, demonstrated proficiency, skills for the role, education, travel requirements, and experience. Additional compensation may include an annual bonus (which could take the form of a general bonus, sales incentive, or short-term incentive), long-term incentive or spot recognition awards. The posted range reflects our ability to hire at different position titles and levels depending on background and experience.