Data Protection & DLP Specialist

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The Data Protection & Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Design Expert is responsible for defining, designing, and implementing a robust data protection framework to safeguard the organization’s sensitive and regulated information. This role requires deep expertise in data security, hands‑on experience with leading DLP tools such as Symantec or Forcepoint, and the ability to collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to ensure compliance and prevent data loss across the enterprise.

Key responsibilities:

• Design and implement a comprehensive, multi‑layered data protection strategy incorporating data classification, data discovery, encryption controls, and DLP technologies.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce DLP policies and rulesets to prevent unauthorized disclosure of confidential data across channels including email, web, cloud, and endpoints.
• Configure, tune, and manage Symantec DLP and/or Forcepoint DLP solutions to detect, monitor, and mitigate data leakage attempts.
• Conduct regular data security risk assessments and recommend corrective actions to improve security posture.
• Investigate and respond to potential data protection incidents, ensuring timely containment and remediation.
• Partner with business units to understand data usage requirements and implement appropriate controls aligned with regulatory standards.
• Deliver training and awareness sessions focused on data protection best practices and compliance obligations.
• Maintain documentation, reporting, and governance processes associated with data protection and DLP operations.
  
  

To thrive in this role, you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data security with a strong specialization in data protection and DLP.
• Hands‑on experience implementing and managing Symantec DLP and/or Forcepoint DLP solutions (mandatory).
• Strong understanding of data classification frameworks, data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.), and encryption technologies.
• Relevant certifications such as CIPP, CDPSE, or equivalent.
• Experience with cloud‑based data protection solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and incident response capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
  
  

Workplace type:

On-site Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

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