Data Protection & Security Analyst

We are looking for a skilled Security Analyst to join our team!

Location: Columbia, SC (Must be a current SC resident)

Work Arrangement: Hybrid (3 days in-office / 2 days remote)

Interview Process: 1 Round (Virtual)

Key Responsibilities & Focus Areas

• Data Security & Governance: Administer DLP policies, monitor sensitive data movement, and support Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) for AI & Copilot tools.
• Alert Triage & Incident Response: Review, triage, and investigate security alerts; document findings and escalate incidents.
• Insider Risk Management: Analyze user activity, investigate policy violations, and maintain chain of evidence.
• Vendor & Audit Reviews: Conduct third-party vendor security assessments, validate security controls, and collect audit evidence.

Required Qualifications

• 3 5+ years in enterprise cybersecurity operations (threat monitoring, incident response, risk analysis).
• 3+ years hands-on experience with:
  • Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
  • Insider Risk Management tools
  • Data Security Posture Management for AI (DSPM for AI)
• 3+ years triaging security alerts, investigating data movement, and collaborating cross-functionally.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Mandatory Certification: Active CompTIA Security+ OR GIAC GSEC.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Experience with AI security tools (Cortex, DSPM platforms).
• Fine-tuning DLP policies or refining insider risk alerts.
• Familiarity with Azure Security, conditional access, and scripting/automation.
• Certifications: Microsoft SC-100, SC-200, CEH, or CISSP (Associate).