Zscaler DLP Security Lead | Data Protection Architect

Northern Trust; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust is seeking a Lead Cyber Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage enterprise Zscaler-based data protection controls with a focus on DLP. You will lead engineering initiatives, provide advanced support, and ensure scalable, secure implementation across enterprise environments.

Responsibilities include policy design, end-to-end DLP lifecycle, collaboration with stakeholders, and driving automation to improve controls while acting as SME for architecture efforts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Cyber Security or Data Protection Engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or SANS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of Zscaler DLP policies including cloud app control, file restrictions, and tenant controls.
• Drive end-to-end DLP lifecycle (requirements, design, build, testing, deployment).
• Partner with business and security stakeholders to define and enforce data protection requirements.
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to DLP alerts and potential data exfiltration events.
• Generate reports on policy effectiveness, trends, and false positives.
• Provide L3 troubleshooting and support for DLP and Zscaler issues.
• Drive automation and optimization opportunities across controls.
• Act as SME and technical lead supporting engineering and architecture efforts.

Skills

Zscaler DLP

Data loss prevention

Network security

Azure security (AIP, MIP, MCAS)

Enterprise DLP tools

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Regulated environments (FFIEC, PCI-DSS

SOX

Leadership / mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or SANS preferred

Job description

Northern Trust is seeking a Lead Cyber Security Engineer to design, implement, and manage enterprise Zscaler-based data protection controls with a focus on DLP. You will lead engineering initiatives, provide advanced support, and ensure scalable, secure implementation across enterprise environments.

Responsibilities include policy design, end-to-end DLP lifecycle, collaboration with stakeholders, and driving automation to improve controls while acting as SME for architecture efforts.