Microsoft Purview Information Protection Engineer

MSD • Rahway, NJ

12h • Hybrid

About The Position

As a key member of the Information Technology Risk Management and Security organization, the successful candidate will join the Information Protection Team and primarily work within the Microsoft Purview platform. This hybrid role combines operational Data Loss Prevention (DLP) engineering to protect company data with broader DLP practices. The engineer will configure, tune, and maintain information protection technologies, and help manage and remediate sensitive-data leakage and insider-risk events.

Requirements

• Formalized training through college coursework or industry-recognized training courses and certifications in Computer Science, Information Security, Computer Information Systems, or a related area, along with related experience using the Microsoft Purview platform.
• At least three years of experience in cybersecurity roles.
• Professional information security experience that includes active incident response and technical platform implementation.
• Practical experience with DLP concepts, methodologies, and enterprise-grade tools.
• Ability to independently investigate and resolve complex security incidents at Tier 2 or Tier 3 support levels, including in-depth root cause analysis.
• Hands-on scripting or programming experience, such as Python or PowerShell, applied to automation, data extraction, or system integration.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey technical risks to nontechnical stakeholders.
• Foundational understanding of networking protocols such as TCP/IP, operating system architectures, and cloud security principles.
• Ability to collaborate effectively, manage shifting priorities, and balance operational emergencies with project-based engineering tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Microsoft Information Security Administrator, CISSP, CISM, CIP, or Insider Risk certifications.
• Willingness to pursue and maintain industry information protection certifications and keep current with global data protection, privacy regulations, and emerging security threats.
• Direct experience with DLP and security solutions for network, endpoint, and cloud environments, such as Microsoft 365 Purview, Zscaler, and CrowdStrike.
• Experience proactively creating, testing, tuning, and deploying detection policies within security platforms.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with cross-functional business and technology stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and deploy DLP policies, rules, and logic across network, endpoint, and cloud environments to address emerging risks and align with the company's data protection strategy.
• Develop, implement, and maintain automation scripts and processes, such as Python or PowerShell scripts, to improve incident response workflows, reduce manual effort, and enhance reporting accuracy.
• Maintain, enhance, and troubleshoot the information protection technology stack to support high availability, accurate detection, and optimal platform performance.
• Evaluate and improve existing processes, procedures, and technical controls to adapt to evolving security conditions.
• Collaborate with the Global Security Group, Legal, Human Resources, and other business units to respond to data-loss-prevention needs within corporate policies.
• Create, modify, and review security dashboards and metrics reports to provide insights into the organization's data risk posture.
• Investigate, analyze, and manage security incidents generated by DLP and other information protection tools using log analysis, data visualization, and pattern analysis.
• Assist with managing and remediating sensitive-data leakage and insider-risk events.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision healthcare and other insurance benefits for employees and family.
• Retirement benefits, including a 401(k).
• Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate days, and sick days.
• Eligible for an annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed