Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to advanced DLP technologies

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a proactive Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Specialist in Stellenbosch to implement, manage, and optimize DLP policies protecting sensitive data across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments.

You will analyze incidents, tune detection rules, and collaborate with legal, compliance, and IT teams to meet regulatory requirements such as POPIA and GDPR. The role offers growth and exposure to advanced DLP technologies in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in information security with focus on Data Loss Prevention.
• Experience with major DLP solutions (Symantec DLP, McAfee DLP, Microsoft Purview).
• Strong understanding of data privacy regulations (POPIA, GDPR).

Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy, and manage DLP tools and policies across endpoints, networks, and cloud.
• Monitor DLP alerts, investigate violations, and perform root cause analysis.
• Develop and refine DLP rules and signatures to improve detection accuracy.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and IT to align with regulatory needs.
• Provide reports on DLP effectiveness and incidents.
• Stay current with emerging threats related to data exfiltration and privacy.

Skills

Data security

DLP

Incident response

Forensic analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field

Tools

Symantec DLP

McAfee DLP

Microsoft Purview

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Specialist to safeguard sensitive information within their organization in Stellenbosch . This role focuses on implementing, managing, and optimizing DLP solutions to prevent unauthorized disclosure or exfiltration of data. You will play a key role in configuring policies, monitoring alerts, and responding to potential data breaches. The ideal candidate has a strong technical understanding of data security principles and experience with DLP technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Configure, deploy, and manage DLP tools and policies to protect sensitive data across endpoints, networks, and cloud environments.
• Monitor DLP alerts, investigate policy violations, and conduct root cause analysis.
• Develop and refine DLP rules and signatures to enhance detection accuracy and reduce false positives.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and IT teams to ensure DLP strategies align with regulatory requirements and business needs.
• Provide regular reports on DLP effectiveness, incidents, and areas for improvement.
• Stay current with emerging threats related to data exfiltration and data privacy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in information security, with a specific focus on Data Loss Prevention.
• Proven experience with major DLP solutions (e.g., Symantec DLP, McAfee DLP, Microsoft Purview).
• Strong understanding of data privacy regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR) and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in incident response and forensic analysis related to data breaches is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialization in data security.
• Exposure to advanced DLP technologies and security practices.
• A supportive team environment focused on protecting critical data assets.
• Contribution to a culture of data privacy and security awareness.