Cyber Security Analyst for Data Loss Prevention

Dakota Supply Group • Fargo, ND

16h • Hybrid

About The Position

DSG is seeking a Cyber Security Analyst for Data Loss Prevention (DLP) to join our IT team. As a Cyber Security Analyst - DLP, you will be responsible for protecting DSG’s sensitive data by monitoring, detecting, investigating, and preventing unauthorized data exposure or misuse. This role focuses on analyzing security alerts, managing DLP tools, supporting secure application and data design, and partnering with business, data, and development teams to ensure data is properly classified, protected, and handled in compliance with regulatory requirements. The position plays a key role in strengthening DSG’s overall cybersecurity posture and safeguarding employee owner, customer, and business information.

At DSG, we are dedicated to building futures one job at a time. Starting with yours. As an ESOP, we are a community of peers, first and foremost. And we focus on cultivating an environment of respect, teamwork and growth. Where your career path is rich with possibilities. Where every success is shared. And where every challenge is overcome together. For more than a century, we’ve delivered more than supplies, we’ve offered true partnership and valuable solutions. By continuing to empower the future of our vendors and customers, we will empower a future of ongoing success for all of us.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in IT, cybersecurity, or a related technical role.
• Experience working with data protection technologies, security monitoring tools, or security operations processes.
• Knowledge of data management concepts, data classification, and secure software development practices.
• Strong understanding of security solutions and how they support broader business objectives.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization abilities.
• Ability to perform effectively in high-pressure situations.
• High ethical standards and strong commitment to confidentiality and data protection.
• Demonstrated alignment with DSG’s core values and a collaborative, people-first mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with data lakes or data repositories preferred.
• Security-related certifications such as Security+, CGRC, CC, or Data+ are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor data transfer activity, APIs, and data movement across systems to identify potential data loss or misuse.
• Operate and maintain Data Loss Prevention (DLP) tools and technologies.
• Analyze security alerts and investigate suspected data loss incidents.
• Respond to security incidents involving data exposure or improper data handling.
• Partner with business units and data teams to design, implement, and fine-tune DLP solutions.
• Collaborate with software developers to promote secure application design and data handling practices.
• Monitor and support secure processes within the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Identify vulnerabilities in data management practices and application development processes.
• Stay current on emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and data security trends.
• Provide training on data classification, data sensitivity, and data loss prevention best practices.
• Support organizational cybersecurity awareness and training initiatives.
• Understand and help ensure compliance with DSG’s regulatory and data protection requirements.
• Serve as a cybersecurity resource for internal teams and employee-owners.
• Other duties as necessary or assigned.

Benefits

• We are proudly 100% employee owned, which means your hard work and decisions directly benefit not only the success of the organization, but also your individual Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• We are highly committed to your training and development, offering personal and professional development opportunities and unlimited growth potential.
• We offer competitive compensation packages based on your experience and potential.
• You will receive generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Medical Leave (EML) allowances.
• Our comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision, also offers a multitude of other perks such as life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and a Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution, among many others.
• We know the importance of family, and offer various family planning and childcare savings opportunities, including paid parental leave, adoption assistance, infertility assistance, and a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Build your financial future through multiple retirement savings opportunities, including a 401(k) with employer match and ESOP.
• You will receive a discount on all DSG-supplied products.
• We believe in giving back to our communities and hope that you will too, which is why we offer paid volunteer hours in addition to PTO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree