CirrusLabs · 5 months ago
Senior Data Security Engineer – Sensitivity Classification & Microsoft Purview DLP
Alpharetta
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expCirrusLabs is a niche digital transformation company focused on helping customers realize value through innovation. The company is seeking a highly experienced Senior Data Security Engineer to lead data protection initiatives, design and implement classification policies, and manage DLP solutions using Microsoft Purview to safeguard sensitive enterprise data.
Information ServicesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Lead the design, deployment, and management of Sensitivity Classification frameworks aligned with organizational compliance and security policies
Architect and implement Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions leveraging Microsoft Purview across Microsoft 365 and other enterprise data repositories
Develop and enforce data classification policies, labeling strategies, and protection mechanisms to mitigate data leakage risks
Collaborate with security, compliance, and business teams to identify sensitive data and tailor DLP controls accordingly
Conduct risk assessments and provide recommendations to enhance data governance and data security posture
Monitor DLP alerts, investigate incidents, and coordinate remediation activities
Provide senior-level guidance and mentoring to junior security engineers and stakeholders
Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in data security, DLP technologies, and compliance regulations
Qualification
Required
Minimum 7 years of experience in data security, information protection, or related roles with a focus on data classification and DLP
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions and sensitivity labeling across Microsoft 365 and Azure environments
Strong understanding of Sensitivity Classification Frameworks, including designing and implementing classification labels, policies, and rules
Expertise in configuring, tuning, and managing DLP policies to detect and prevent sensitive data exposure
Familiarity with compliance standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and how they relate to data classification and protection
Experience with Microsoft Information Protection (MIP) suite, including Azure Information Protection (AIP)
Ability to analyze data flow and classify sensitive data across multiple sources (SharePoint, Exchange, OneDrive, Teams, endpoints)
Solid scripting skills (PowerShell preferred) to automate classification and DLP tasks
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to business stakeholders
Proven leadership experience in guiding teams and managing data security projects end-to-end
Preferred
Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals or Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate
Experience with other DLP technologies or CASB tools
Knowledge of cloud security best practices across AWS, Azure, or GCP
Company
CirrusLabs
CirrusLabs is an IT company provides agile software delivery, automation, cloud Services, and IoT.
201-500 employees
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Funding
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Founder and CEO
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