Discount Tire · 1 week ago
Data Security Lead
Discount Tire is a company that has been growing for more than 60 years and is looking for qualified individuals to join their team. The Senior Data Security Engineer is responsible for protecting the organization’s sensitive data, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and mitigating data security risks through the design and management of a data protection program.
Responsibilities
Help establish and own Discount Tire Data Security Program
Develop and lead the organization’s data security strategy to ensure protection of sensitive, regulated, and proprietary data
Implement data classification, data governance, and lifecycle management policies
Ensure alignment with NIST CSF 2.0 and CIS TOP18 cybersecurity frameworks and data privacy regulations (CCPA and PCI DSS)
Plan and develop security measures to safeguard information against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure
Lead the deployment and management of Data Security tools (MS Purview, Cyera Omni DLP and Cyera DSPM), encryption, and tokenization solutions
Monitor for data exfiltration, leakage, or unauthorized access across on-premises and cloud environments
Partner with cloud security and infrastructure teams to ensure secure storage, transfer, and access to data
Serve as the subject matter expert for data protection in support of internal and external audits
Collaborate with compliance teams to maintain adherence to regulatory requirements and industry certifications
Maintain records of data security incidents and oversee the investigation and remediation process
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to cybersecurity analysts and engineers focusing on data security
Partner with business units (Information Lifecycle Management – ILM) to integrate data security controls into projects and initiatives
Conduct data security training and awareness sessions to reduce the risk of human error
Performs other related responsibilities and special projects as assigned, which may include cross-functional initiatives, process improvements, or temporary assignments to support organizational goals and evolving business needs
Architects, designs, implements, maintains and operates information system security controls and countermeasures
Analyzes and recommends security controls and procedures in acquisition, development, and change management lifecycle of information systems, and monitors for compliance
Analyzes and recommends security controls and procedures in business processes related to use of information systems and assets, and monitors for compliance
Monitors information systems for security incidents and vulnerabilities; develops monitoring and visibility capabilities; reports on incidents, vulnerabilities, and trends
Responds to information system security incidents, including investigation of, countermeasures to, and recovery from computer-based attacks, unauthorized access, and policy breaches; interacts and coordinates with third-party incident responders, including law enforcement
Administers authentication and access controls, including provisioning, changes, and deprovisioning of user and system accounts, security/access roles, and access permissions to information assets
Analyzes trends, news and changes in threat and compliance environment with respect to organizational risk; advises organization management and develops and executes plans for compliance and mitigation of risk; performs risk and compliance self-assessments and engages and coordinates third-party risk and compliance assessments
Analyzes and develops information security governance, including organizational policies, procedures, standards, baselines and guidelines with respect to information security and use and operation of information systems
Develops and administers, or provides advice, evaluation, and oversight for, information security training and awareness programs
Coaches and mentors' level, I and II
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
This position requires a minimum of 5 years' experience in information security with a focus on data security or data protection
Proven experience with DSPM and DLP, encryption technologies, data governance, and cloud security solutions
Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence technical and non-technical stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to operate independently in a greenfield or rapidly maturing environment
Proficiency with Microsoft Purview, Cyera DSPM and Cyera Omni DLP (or similar)
Experience with cloud data security controls in AWS and Azure environments
Strong understanding of data privacy regulations and compliance frameworks
Strategic thinking with a risk-based approach to data protection
Strong problem-solving and incident response capabilities
Effective communication and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science or a related field or equivalent experience is required
Professional certifications are a plus
This position requires a minimum of 5 years progressively responsible information technology experience
Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience with security tools including, but not limited to, reverse proxies, intrusion prevention, malware detection, and vulnerability management
Proven expertise with any combination of the following: secure coding, threat modeling, identity management and authentication, cryptography, penetration testing, authentication and security protocols, system administration and network security is necessary
Expert knowledge of TCP/IP, common protocols and standards is necessary
Demonstrated experience analyzing large data sets and unstructured data for the purpose of identifying trends and anomalies indicative of malicious activity
Proven ability to manage productive relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders
Ability to proactively educate stakeholders on security best practices
Expert ability to communicate across all levels of IT, present complex ideas concisely and clearly articulate technical ideas both verbally and in writing is necessary
Intermediate skills with Microsoft office, including skills with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio is necessary
Ability to identify complex problems, review information to develop and evaluate options then recommend solutions is essential
Expert collaboration, influencing and negotiation skills are required
Able to work efficiently and accurately under pressure, meet deadlines, present a professional demeanor and work well independently is essential
Troubleshooting and organizational skills with a can-do attitude and the ability to adjust to changing requirements are essential
Superior customer service skills are essential including the ability to manage and respond to different customer situations while maintaining a positive and friendly attitude
Maintaining confidentiality, treating others with respect and upholding Company values are key attributes
Preferred
Master's degree or MBA preferred
Preferred Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or CDPSE (ISACA Data Privacy Solutions Engineer)
Corporate retail experience is preferred
An understanding of Web services and experience with multiple programming languages (such as, JSON, Java, C++, Ruby, Python, Perl, etc.) is preferred
Company
Discount Tire
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