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Lead Security Engineer
Gartner
posted 12d ago
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The Lead Security Engineer will play a critical role in strengthening the organization s security posture, with a focus on governance, risk management, human risk mitigation, and data loss prevention (DLP). This individual will design and implement advanced tools, processes, and strategies to safeguard sensitive data, ensure compliance, and minimize risks posed by emerging technologies such as Gen AI, human behavior, and threat actors.
What you will do:
- Develop and implement human risk management strategies, focusing on employee awareness and behavior modification to reduce risks.
- Deploy, manage, and optimize Zscaler, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Purview, and Proofpoint solutions to enhance security.
- Design and enforce data loss prevention policies to secure sensitive information across endpoints, cloud platforms, and email systems.
- Ensure secure data handling practices in environments using Generative AI tools.
- Perform regular risk assessments, audits, and gap analyses to identify and address vulnerabilities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align security initiatives with business goals.
- Provide subject matter expertise during security incidents, investigations, and forensics.
- Stay updated on emerging threats, technologies, and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, ISO 27001).
- Opportunity to lead high-impact projects in a forward-thinking organization embracing Generative AI responsibly.
- Engage with state-of-the-art security tools like Zscaler, Microsoft Purview, and Proofpoint.
- Drive innovative solutions in human risk management and employee security training.
What you will need:
Experience: 7+ years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years in governance risk management and DLP.
Must have
- Advanced expertise in Zscaler for secure web access and threat prevention.
- Proficient in Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Microsoft Purview for data classification, governance, and endpoint protection.
- Strong knowledge of Proofpoint email security solutions, particularly email isolation protection.
- Hands-on experience protecting data while leveraging Generative AI tools.
- Experience in developing and managing Human Risk Management programs.
- Certifications (Preferred): CISSP, CISM, GIAC, Microsoft Security certifications, or equivalent.
Who you are:
- Education qualification as graduate or postgraduate degree in Engineering is required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Proven experience in implementing and managing security solutions in a corporate environment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Results-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions.
- Self-motivated and driven to stay updated with the latest security trends, technologies, and best practices.
- Detail-oriented with a passion for maintaining a high level of accuracy in security assessments and documentation.
- Strong commitment to professionalism, ethics, and maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and ever-changing security landscape.
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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