AVP, Data Loss Prevention Engineer

Synchrony - Stamford, CT

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Stamford, CT

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

The AVP, Data Loss Prevention Engineer will lead the enterprise-wide data loss prevention program within the Information Security organization. This role focuses on creating and modifying DLP policies and rules to protect the organization's data, collaborating with cybersecurity teams and business stakeholders to define the data loss prevention strategy and roadmap. The position involves developing and implementing policies to mitigate data exfiltration risks and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and build effective DLP policies and rules to protect the organization's data.
• Support the Data Protection product owner in defining the intent, roadmap, and strategy for data loss prevention.
• Manage and develop Data Loss Prevention metrics.
• Stay current with the emerging threat landscape and enhance capabilities to safeguard against data exfiltration.
• Act as a subject matter expert to solve data loss prevention problems.
• Partner with key stakeholders to align sensitive data protection with DLP capabilities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and central point of contact for IT and business stakeholders regarding data loss prevention.
• Assist in developing standards, best practices, and guidelines for policies and procedures related to data protection.
• Ensure compliance with industry best practices and regulatory requirements such as PCI-DSS and HIPAA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Information Security, Engineering, Application Development, or related field, or a High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 7 years equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a data loss prevention role.

Nice-to-haves

• Understanding of the impact of emerging business and end-user technologies on information security requirements.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, prompt, and efficient service to the business.
• Strong decision-making capabilities with a proven track record of evaluating costs and benefits of actions.
• Technical expertise in existing security and IT systems and ability to adapt to changing technologies.
• Strong interpersonal skills with experience influencing others at all levels.
• Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly to diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
• Remote work flexibility with options to work from home or in the office.