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# Lead Data Security Engineer

- **Company:** Robert Half
- **Location:** Duluth, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Data Discovery, Data Governance, Information Leak Prevention, Data Security, Key Management, Enterprise Data Management, Data Classification, Information Technology, Cybercrime
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3448866141&tx=JP7771FFJ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, or data protection engineering.
 * Hands-on experience designing and implementing enterprise Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions.
 * Strong expertise with Microsoft Purview, including information protection, data classification, labeling, and related governance capabilities.
 * Experience with CASB technologies, preferably Zscaler CASB.
 * Deep understanding of the data governance lifecycle and enterprise data protection practices.
 * Experience leading enterprise-scale security initiatives and cross-functional programs.
 * Strong knowledge of cloud security principles and modern data protection architectures.
 * Experience conducting security investigations, incident analysis, and remediation activities.
 * Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders, and executive leadership., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Security, or a related field.
 * Experience with:
 * Microsoft Purview
 * Data Classification & Labeling
 * eDiscovery
 * Varonis
 * Zscaler CASB
 * Encryption & Key Management
 * Data Governance Programs
 * Cloud Security Platforms
 * Threat Hunting Tools
 * Data Classification Technologies

## Description

We are seeking a Lead Data Security Engineer to drive and enhance enterprise-wide data protection initiatives across cloud and on-premises environments. This individual will serve as a technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing data security programs focused on Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), data governance, and information protection.

The ideal candidate combines deep hands-on expertise with strong leadership capabilities, helping to safeguard sensitive data, improve security posture, support compliance initiatives, and mentor other security professionals., * Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing improvement of enterprise DLP and CASB programs.

 * Architect and manage data discovery, classification, labeling, and protection strategies across cloud and on-prem environments.
 * Drive enterprise data governance and information protection initiatives throughout the data lifecycle.
 * Conduct and lead DLP investigations, incident response activities, and remediation efforts involving sensitive data exposure or exfiltration risks.
 * Integrate data security telemetry into security monitoring and detection platforms to improve visibility and threat detection capabilities.
 * Partner with Security Operations and Threat Hunting teams to identify and investigate potential data exfiltration threats.
 * Support internal audits, compliance requirements, legal hold processes, and eDiscovery activities.
 * Evaluate and recommend security technologies, vendors, and platform enhancements related to data protection and cloud security.
 * Collaborate with infrastructure, cloud, legal, compliance, and business stakeholders to establish and enforce data protection standards.
 * Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to security team members and cross-functional partners.