At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead improvements in data protection and enhance security controls at The AA.
- Company: Join The AA, a trusted UK brand with over a century of innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days annual leave, free breakdown membership, and diverse learning opportunities.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with a supportive and inclusive company culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on data security while shaping the future of DLP technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in Data Loss Prevention and strong stakeholder management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: Basingstoke (hybrid working 3 office days per week). Employment Type: Permanent, full time. Additional Benefits: Annual Bonus.
Think the AA is just about roadside assistance? Think again. For over a century, we've been evolving and adapting. Today, as the nation's leading motoring organisation, we offer a wide range of products and services to millions of customers. From roadside assistance to home and motor insurance, and the latest driving technologies, we have it all. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as a Data Loss Prevention Specialist means you'll play a crucial role in our success and be part of this exciting motoring journey.
This is the job:
- Help shape the future of data protection at one of the UK's most trusted brands.
- Lead the continual improvement of our Data Loss Prevention capability, enhancing controls, policies, processes and operational effectiveness across our security platforms.
- Investigate and optimise DLP alerts, reducing false positives, improving automation and ensuring incidents are handled consistently and effectively.
- Partner with Security Operations, Technology, Data Protection, Risk and business teams to strengthen information protection and embed best practice.
- Translate operational insight into strategic recommendations, using data and trends to improve governance, reporting and long-term capability maturity.
- Help shape the future direction of our DLP tooling, working with technologies including Microsoft Purview and Zscaler while supporting new capabilities as they are introduced.
- Provide expert guidance on data protection risks, influencing technical and non-technical stakeholders to drive better security outcomes.
What do I need?
- Demonstrable experience working within Data Loss Prevention alongside a broader cyber security, security operations or information protection environment.
- Strong practical knowledge of Microsoft Purview DLP or equivalent enterprise DLP technologies, with experience of investigating, tuning and improving DLP controls.
- Confidence balancing hands‑on technical delivery with a desire to influence strategy, governance and the future direction of a growing security capability.
- Ability to interpret security data, identify trends and make evidence-based recommendations that improve risk, performance and operational maturity.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly to both technical and business audiences.
- Experience with technologies such as Zscaler, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, automation, scripting or security analytics would be advantageous but is not essential.
Additional information Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme.
- Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution.
- Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends.
- Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance.
- Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more.
- Company funded life assurance.
- Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career.
- Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family.
We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.
Data Loss Prevention Specialist in Basingstoke employer: The AA
The AA is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of London where innovation meets tradition. Employees benefit from a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and a range of perks, all while having the opportunity to lead a dynamic legal team and influence key business decisions. With a strong focus on professional development and a commitment to fostering a collaborative environment, the AA empowers its staff to thrive and grow within their careers.
