Lead Security Analyst – DLP, DSPM

Gartner

. Conduct comprehensive assessments of human-centric cyber risks, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $94,000 - $134,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Information Security with a focus on human cyber risk, Data Loss Prevention strategies, and insider threat management. Proficient in analyzing security telemetry and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture and incident response.

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Data Loss Prevention (DLP)Insider Risk ManagementInformation Security Best PracticesSecurity Awareness TrainingAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Human Cyber Risk AssessmentIncident ResponseData Security Telemetry AnalysisRoot-Cause AnalysisThreat Vector Analysis

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsCollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

DLP PlatformsData Security Posture Management (DSPM)Email Security PlatformsEndpoint Protection ToolsM365 Purview

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMGSECSecurity+SSAP

Industry Keywords

NISTISO 27001Acceptable Use Policies (AUP)PhishingSocial Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct comprehensive assessments of human-centric cyber risks, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors
Design, implement, and manage Data Loss Prevention strategies and controls
Monitor DLP alerts, investigate incidents, and recommend remediation steps
Develop and implement insider-risk detection, analysis, and mitigation programs
Monitor user behavior and collaborate with HR and Legal on incident response
Track attack vectors, trends, and threat-actor techniques targeting human vulnerabilities
Advocate for information security best practices concerning human behavior and data handling
Configure, monitor, and optimize security tools relevant to human cyber risk
Support investigation, containment, eradication, and recovery during security incidents
Contribute to security awareness training programs
Generate reports on human cyber risk posture, incident metrics, and security-control effectiveness
Maintain accurate security-process documentation
Collaborate with IT Operations, Legal, HR, and security teams
Present security risk findings to leadership
Mentor junior-level analysts

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
5-7 years of hands-on experience in Information Security, focused on human cyber risk, data loss prevention, and insider threat
Strong understanding of information security best practices, NIST, ISO 27001, and regulatory requirements
In-depth knowledge of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) principles, technologies, and implementation strategies
Proven experience with Insider Risk Management methodologies and tools
Familiarity with phishing, social engineering, business email compromise (BEC), and malware delivery attack vectors
Hands-on experience with DLP and Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) platforms
Experience with Email Security platforms and Endpoint Protection tools, including device control, USB policy enforcement, and local storage monitoring
Proficiency analyzing data security telemetry across M365 Purview, Google Workspace, and OneDrive/SharePoint
Experience analyzing human risk indicators, insider threat telemetry, or security awareness campaign metrics
Understanding of Acceptable Use Policies (AUP) and risk-based exception workflows
Strong analytical skills, data security alert investigation, root-cause analysis, and employee risk profile evaluation
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for security remediations and presenting risk insights to HR, Legal, and IT leadership
Ability to manage independent investigations while collaborating across a global security organization
Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, GSEC, Security+, or SSAP are nice to have

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Limitless growth and learning opportunities
Ongoing mentorship and apprenticeship
Leadership courses, development programs, technical courses, and certification opportunities
Collaborative and positive culture
Hybrid work environment with flexibility to work from home and collaborate in offices
20+ PTO days plus holidays and floating holidays in the first year
Extensive medical, dental insurance, and vision plan
401K with corporate match and immediate vesting
Health-and-wellness-related allowance programs
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Gartner Gives Charity Match
Annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan
401k match up to $7,200 per year
Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount