Data Security Specialist

Piper Sandler

. Develop and maintain a comprehensive data governance framework covering data classification, privacy, security, retention, handling, and information lifecycle management, with a focus on unstructured data .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $200,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and maintaining data governance frameworks, including data classification, privacy, security, and DLP management. Proven ability to lead data protection initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data utility and reduce risk.

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Data Governance ExpertiseDLP Policy ManagementData Classification KnowledgeData Security ExperienceStrategic Thinking

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Hard Skills

Data GovernanceData ProtectionDLP PlatformsInformation Lifecycle ManagementData RetentionAccess ControlsIncident ResponseData Utility ImprovementKPI DevelopmentData Risk Management

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationInfluencing SkillsExpert Problem SolverCollaborationLeadership

Tools & Technologies

DLP TechnologiesData Governance ToolsData Classification ToolsData Discovery Tools

Industry Keywords

Data OperationsInformation SecurityPrivacy PrinciplesRegulatory ComplianceData Health

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and maintain a comprehensive data governance framework covering data classification, privacy, security, retention, handling, and information lifecycle management, with a focus on unstructured data
Set standards for data governance and protection and formalize best practices across business lines and corporate functions
Own and manage the firm’s DLP platform, including deployment and tuning of DLP policies
Provide data governance expertise to strategic projects, business initiatives, and operational changes
Identify continuous improvement opportunities that improve data utility while reducing information risk
Provide thought leadership on data governance, data protection, and data health
Serve as the primary contact for data governance, information classification, DLP, and data protection inquiries
Lead data remediation efforts with data owners and technical teams
Research, evaluate, and recommend data governance, discovery, classification, and DLP technologies
Develop and track KPIs and metrics for data governance effectiveness
Collaborate with legal, compliance, security, and business units on regulatory and internal-policy adherence
Work with product and engineering leadership, stakeholders, data owners, and data stewards to build consensus and communicate business cases

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in data governance, information protection, data security, privacy, or related data operations within a fast-paced, dynamically growing organization
Strong knowledge of data-driven processes, products, technology, and controls in an enterprise setting
Track record of leading data governance, data protection, DLP, or information risk initiatives across business and technology functions
Experience establishing and managing a new data governance function and data capabilities
Demonstrated hands-on experience with data governance and DLP platforms and tools
Experience developing, implementing, tuning, and maintaining DLP policies and detection rules across multiple data sources
Working knowledge of data classification, information lifecycle management, data retention, access controls, privacy principles, and incident response
Expert problem solver with the ability to identify and triage data protection issues and drive tactical and strategic solutions
Strong communication and influencing skills with partners and peers at all levels of the organization
Strategic thinker with the ability to recognize and take actions which maximize value and reduce risk for the organization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive compensation
Benefits program
Commitment to employees’ emotional and physical well-being
Health and well-being support for employees and their families