Data Protection Analyst (Remote from US)
About The Position
This role is focused on ensuring enterprise data security and compliance by monitoring, analyzing, and enhancing data protection practices. You will work across multiple systems and teams to identify risks, implement data protection policies, and generate audit-ready reports that guide risk mitigation strategies. The position offers a blend of hands-on technical work with policy enforcement, providing opportunities to strengthen organizational resilience against data-related threats. You will be involved in both cloud and on-premises environments, working with structured and unstructured data, and applying best practices to maintain compliance with regulatory frameworks. Ideal candidates are proactive, analytical, and capable of translating complex data protection requirements into actionable insights.
Requirements
- Bachelorâs degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with data discovery and protection frameworks
- Practical knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements and data protection principles
- Experience with data discovery and protection tools
- Ability to work across organizations of varying sizes and complexity
Nice To Haves
- 5+ years of experience
- Familiarity with tools such as Varonis and Microsoft Purview
- Experience supporting both cloud and on-premises environments
- Strong systems thinking skills
Responsibilities
- Monitor and analyze file-level and storage-level data protection policies, alerts, and incidents
- Assist in implementing enterprise-wide data protection policies and ensure alignment with approved procedures
- Generate audit-ready compliance reports and support risk assessment and mitigation efforts
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent application of data protection standards
- Apply best practices for data protection and proactively identify areas for improvement
- Provide actionable insights on data security risks and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Benefits
- Competitive salary range: $75,000â$100,000 USD, depending on location, experience, and skills
- Optional medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Remote work flexibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
