Title Data Security Lead
Location-Hybrid @ Newark, NJ - Need Locals Only
Duration Contract
Skills Needed: Hands on experience with tools such as SIEM, EDR/XDR, UEBA; Data Loss Prevention; Splunk
Preferred Certifications:
- GIAC
- Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
- GIAC Cloud Forensics Responder (GCFR)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Insider Threat Program Manager (CITPM)
- AWS Security Specialty
New opportunity supporting specific functions in the Insider Threat team (part of the overall Info Sec organization); additional details will be added as received them from the client
Team of Data Security Leads to collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and tech leads to strengthen our organization s data security posture. You will oversee quality control of data security technical controls. In addition to expertise and experience in data security, you will bring excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. You will champion agile methodologies, demonstrate strong business acumen, foster an inclusive leadership style, and maintain a continuous learning mindset in all aspects of your work.
Key Tasks and Focus Areas
- Conduct regular quality control assessments of data security controls across cloud and on-premise platforms.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of technical security controls in protecting sensitive data.
- Identify gaps or weaknesses in implemented security controls and recommend corrective actions.
- Verify that security controls comply with business/corporate function requirements, organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Work closely with platform owners and technical teams to ensure proper configuration and maintenance of data security controls.
- Document findings from quality control reviews and track remediation efforts.
- Develop and maintain checklists and procedures for quality control processes related to data security.
- Monitor platform updates and changes to ensure ongoing compliance and effectiveness of security controls.
- Support audits by providing evidence of quality control over security controls.
- Provide feedback and training to technical teams on best practices for data security controls.
- Stay informed about new threats and vulnerabilities affecting technical platforms and adjust quality control processes accordingly.
- Report quality control outcomes, relevant metrics, and identified risks to management and stakeholders.
The Skills & Expertise You Bring
- Bachelor of Computer Science or Engineering or experience in related fields
- Knowledge of business concepts tools and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business
- Ability to learn new skills and knowledge on an on-going basis through self-initiative and tackling challenges
- Analytical problem solving, communication and collaboration skills
- Expertise in cloud and on-premise data security controls
- Proficiency in conducting quality control assessments
- Strong risk assessment and mitigation skills
- Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements
- Experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cloud Access Service Broker (CASB), and Data Security Posture Management (DSPM).
Regards,
Sai Srikar
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