Director of Data Security

Riot Games

. Develop and execute the enterprise data protection and AI security strategy, roadmap, and operating model .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesLead💰 $160,000 - $180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing enterprise data protection and AI security strategies, with a strong focus on Microsoft Purview and risk management. Proven ability to lead teams, establish KPIs, and ensure compliance with security and regulatory standards.

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Microsoft Purview ArchitectureData Protection EngineeringCybersecurity LeadershipAI Security StrategyRisk Management

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Hard Skills

CybersecurityData ProtectionCloud SecurityInformation ProtectionData Loss Prevention (DLP)Endpoint DLPInsider Risk ManagementMicrosoft 365 SecurityAI Security ArchitectureAutomation

Soft Skills

Strategic LeadershipStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365Microsoft DefenderCrowdStrikeZscalerSIEMAzure AIMicrosoft 365 Copilot

Certifications & Qualifications

CISSPCISMMicrosoft SC-401

Industry Keywords

NIST CSFNIST AI RMFOWASP LLM Top 10MITRE ATLASSOC 2ISO 27001

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the enterprise data protection and AI security strategy, roadmap, and operating model
Establish measurable KPIs to drive continuous improvement
Build and lead a team of data protection and AI security engineers
Lead the architecture and optimization of Microsoft Purview
Set enterprise classification, labeling, and DLP standards with data owners
Prevent data loss through risk-based controls covering personal email, unmanaged cloud storage, removable media, and unapproved AI applications
Define AI security architecture and requirements for generative AI, LLMs, AI agents, and AI-enabled SaaS
Establish least-privilege, tool-permission, and approval controls for sensitive AI actions
Lead cybersecurity’s role in AI governance
Set assessment requirements for AI tools and vendors
Partner with Legal, GRC, and IT on approved applications and acceptable use
Meet security, privacy, regulatory, and contractual obligations through data-handling standards and risk-based exceptions
Partner with Security Operations and Incident Response to detect and investigate data exfiltration, insider threats, and AI-related incidents
Use automation and metrics to improve DLP effectiveness
Travel to Riot offices as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, or equivalent experience
10+ years of cybersecurity experience
5+ years in data protection, security engineering, or cloud security
3+ years of technical leadership or people management
Hands-on experience designing and operationalizing Microsoft Purview in enterprise production environments, including Information Protection, DLP, Endpoint DLP, Insider Risk Management, and DSPM
Experience securing Microsoft 365 Copilot, Copilot Studio, Azure AI, or comparable platforms
Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365, Entra ID, cloud, endpoint, and identity security
Experience with CrowdStrike, Zscaler, Microsoft Defender, and SIEM
Knowledge of NIST CSF, NIST AI RMF, OWASP LLM Top 10, MITRE ATLAS, SOC 2, and ISO 27001
Proven strategic leadership and stakeholder management skills
Preferred: CISSP, CISM, or Microsoft SC-401 certification
Preferred: AI/HPC, cloud-native, or data center experience
Remote work within the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus
Sign-on equity grant
Eligibility to participate in Riot’s equity incentive programs
401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
Multiple medical plan options, including 100% company-paid plans
Free gym memberships
Pet insurance
Childcare discounts