Specialist, Data Loss Prevention(DLP) - Cyber Defense & Response

PGIM Ireland; The Ironbound (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) plan with company match

Pension plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Prudential Financial, Inc. is seeking a Data Security Specialist to analyze information security alerts, collaborate with stakeholders, and strengthen data security posture.

You will identify potential risks, correlate data across tools, and help refine response playbooks while staying current on threats and regulatory concepts. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, problem-solving, and ongoing learning within a leading financial services firm with extensive security programs and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Working knowledge of cloud and on-premise data security controls.
• Experience analyzing events/triggers and correlating data to assess data security concerns.
• Basic understanding of risk management and regulatory compliance concepts.
• Familiarity with DLP, SIEM, CASB, or DSPM tools.

Responsibilities

• Review and triage information security alerts to determine potential risk to the organization.
• Analyze user activity, system events, and security telemetry to assess suspicious activity.
• Correlate alerts across multiple security tools to validate findings.
• Document analysis results and maintain clear records.
• Escalate high-risk findings to security or incident response teams.
• Collaborate with security engineering and stakeholders to gather context.
• Track outcomes and support remediation actions as needed.
• Identify recurring alert patterns indicating control gaps or emerging risks.
• Refine triage procedures and playbooks for better handling of alerts.
• Contribute to reporting on alert volume, outcomes, and trends.
• Stay informed on emerging threats impacting the organization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Security for cloud/on-prem

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Cybersecurity

Tools

DLP

SIEM

CASB

DSPM

Job description

Job Classification: Technology - Information Security Specialist, Data Security – Cyber Defense and Response

Are you passionate about safeguarding organizations from within by integrating innovative analytics, strategic prevention, and cyber defense capabilities? Our Cyber Defense and Response team is dedicated to a culture where proactive risk management is part of our DNA. When you join Prudential as a Specialist of Data Security, you’ll unlock a high-impact career path, while continuously growing your expertise at one of the world’s leading financial institutions.

Your Team & Role

As a Data Security Specialist, you will collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and tech leads to strengthen our organization’s data security posture. You will be responsible for analyzing data security alerts. In addition to expertise and experience in data security, you will bring excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. You will demonstrate strong business acumen and maintain a continuous learning mindset in all aspects of your work.

What You Can Expect on a Typical Day

• Review and triage information security alerts to determine potential risk to the organization.
• Conduct analysis of user activity, system events, and security telemetry to assess whether activity is suspicious or policy-violating.
• Correlate alerts across multiple security tools and data sources to validate findings.
• Document analysis results and maintain clear records and outcomes.
• Escalate confirmed or high-risk findings to appropriate security or incident response teams.
• Collaborate with security engineering and business stakeholders to gather additional context during analysis.
• Track analysis outcomes and support remediation or follow-up actions when needed.
• Identify patterns or recurring alert types that may indicate control gaps or emerging risks.
• Assist in refining triage procedures, playbooks, and alert handling processes.
• Contribute to reporting and metrics related to alert volume, triage outcomes, and incident trends.
• Stay informed on emerging threats and tactics that may impact the organization.

The Skills & Expertise You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field, or equivalent experience. Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. Working knowledge of cloud and on-premise data security controls. Experience conducting analysis of events/triggers and correlating disparate data to understand the scope of a potential data security concern. Basic understanding of risk management and regulatory compliance concepts. Familiarity with tools such as Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), or Data Security Posture Management (DSPM). Ability to quickly learn new technologies and security concepts.

Preferred Certifications

GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA) Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) AWS Security Specialty

What we offer you:

Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $96,200.00 to $158,800.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
• Company-funded pension plan.
• Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development.
• Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period).
• Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week.

Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email [e-mail]. If you are experiencing a technical issue with your application or an assessment, please email [e-mail] to request assistance.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a global financial services leader and premier active global investment manager with approximately $1.4 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Prudential’s diverse and talented employees help make lives better and create financial opportunity for more people by expanding access to investing, insurance, and retirement security. Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for 150 years. For more information please visit news.prudential.com.

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace

Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future.

We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.

PGIM, the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), is a global investment manager with US $1.3 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023. With offices in 18 countries, PGIM’s businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate, and alternatives. For more information about PGIM, visit pgim.com.

Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI) of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom, or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. For more information please visit news.prudential.com.

PGIM Inc. (PGIM) is the principal asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI), a company incorporated and with its principal place of business in the United States. PFI of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom.

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.