Formula5 · 1 month ago
Data Protection Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior LevelFormula5 is a Microsoft Partner focused on Security, Identity, and Data and AI. They are seeking an experienced Data Protection Engineer to design, implement, and manage advanced data security capabilities across Microsoft 365 and cloud environments, emphasizing cloud security and sensitive data protection.
Information Technology & Services
Responsibilities
Collaborate with Data Protection Architects, M365 Security teams, Data Governance groups, and business stakeholders to align on strategy, requirements, and emerging trends
Provide technical guidance for the design and deployment of cloud security and data protection capabilities
Act as an escalation point for complex architectural decisions related to data protection across multiple platforms
Design and implement data protection mechanisms including encryption in transit and at rest, HSM, cloud KMS, DLP, and cloud compliance
Contribute to internal security and infrastructure communities to strengthen shared knowledge and best practices
Support the development of the enterprise cloud security roadmap and ensure alignment with broader security objectives
Qualification
Required
Expert level experience with Microsoft Data Protection solutions
Strong expertise in Microsoft 365 Security and Microsoft Purview Information Protection
Hands on experience with Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps
Experience with enterprise grade security capabilities: encryption, HSM, KMS, DLP, key management
Experience with CI/CD tools and version control (such as Git)
Ability to script or code using Python, C Sharp, PowerShell, or Azure CLI
Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Business, Risk Management, Finance, Statistics, or a related discipline
Strong understanding of data governance frameworks, industry standards, and best practices
Experience with data models, architectures, and data quality tooling
Demonstrated leadership in implementing data protection at enterprise scale
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Clear communication skills and the ability to simplify technical insights for senior stakeholders
Proactive approach with creative thinking to solve complex challenges
Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage work in a fast paced environment
Preferred
Experience in Information Security, preferably in a regulated environment
Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CRISC
Benefits
Full-time remote work.
International projects with top-tier clients.
Supportive, people-first culture.
Learning opportunities and certifications covered by the company.
Competitive compensation based on experience and skills.
Company
Formula5
Formula5 is a leading organization in business technology, dedicated to transforming, accelerating, and optimizing the way companies operate.
Founded in 2022
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase