DLP Specialist: Protect Data & Shape Security Policy

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Training & development

Engaging work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a specialized Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Specialist to enhance its data security framework in Queenstown. You will implement, manage, and optimize DLP solutions to prevent sensitive information from being exfiltrated or misused.

You will define policies, monitor alerts, investigate incidents, and ensure compliance with data protection regulations (POPIA). This position suits a security professional passionate about safeguarding data confidentiality and integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT or cybersecurity required.
• Experience with DLP technologies and data security principles.
• Familiarity with POPIA and data handling regulations; incident response experience.

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and maintain DLP solutions and policies.
• Monitor DLP alerts and investigate incidents.
• Develop DLP rules based on data classification and risk assessment.
• Collaborate with IT, Legal, and Compliance to protect data.

Skills

DLP technologies

Data security principles

Incident response

Data classification

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or Cybersecurity

Tools

DLP tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a specialized Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Specialist to enhance its data security framework in Queenstown. You will implement, manage, and optimize DLP solutions to prevent sensitive information from being exfiltrated or misused.

You will define policies, monitor alerts, investigate incidents, and ensure compliance with data protection regulations (POPIA). This position suits a security professional passionate about safeguarding data confidentiality and integrity.