DLP L3 Insider Threat Engineering Lead | London, UK

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to drive our Insider Threat Engineering team with a strong focus on Data Loss Prevention (DLP). This is a pivotal role within our Cyber Defence team, responsible for leading and enhancing our DLP platform across a globally distributed and culturally diverse engineering team. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience with DLP platforms, insider risk management (IRM), and a proven track record in managing high-performing teams in large enterprise environments.

As the L3 Insider Threat Engineering Lead – DLP, you will be at the forefront of shaping and executing our data protection strategy, with a particular emphasis on Microsoft Security technologies, including Purview DLP , Defender , IRM , and Microsoft Security Stack . You will drive the development and optimization of DLP policies, ensuring robust protection of sensitive data while maintaining regulatory compliance (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, SOC2).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and Manage the Insider Threat Engineering team, overseeing DLP operations, with accountability for the technical management of the DLP platform.
• Drive Strategy by developing and refining DLP policies, rules, and procedures that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Optimize DLP Policies to minimize false positives and improve detection accuracy, with continuous adjustments based on trends and insights.
• Collaborate Across Teams with IT, Cyber Security, HR, Legal, and Compliance to define and enforce data protection policies.
• Ensure Regulatory Compliance by aligning DLP practices with GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, SOC2, and other applicable laws.
• Develop a Technical Roadmap for DLP enhancements and strategic integration with other security initiatives like IRM and Defender.
• Lead Incident Response for DLP-related threats and drive initiatives to improve overall security posture.
• Report to Senior Leadership on the performance and effectiveness of DLP and insider threat management initiatives.

Experience & Expertise Required:

• Deep Experience in leading and managing Insider Threat and DLP engineering teams within global enterprise organizations .
• Expertise in Microsoft Security Stack , especially Purview DLP , Defender , and IRM .
• Proven track record of implementing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions and creating Insider Threat Policies .
• Regulatory Knowledge of data protection laws including GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, and SOC2 compliance frameworks.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior management.
• Proven ability to analyze trends, create data-driven strategies, and optimize DLP policies to reduce risk.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker) and UEBA (User and Entity Behavior Analytics) solutions.
• Industry Certifications such as CISSP , CISM , or CIPP .
• Prior experience with Microsoft IRM and handling insider threat incidents in a complex environment.

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