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Cloud Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Architect

Apolis

Dallas, TX

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85–$90 Per Hour
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Analysis Skills, Architectural Design, Automation, Business Model, Cloud Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Computer Security, Cross-Functional, Data Management, Data Storage, Establish Priorities, GCP (Good Clinical Practices), IR (Infrared), Incident Response, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Leadership, Legal, Loss Prevention, Mentoring, Metrics, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, Platform as a Service (PaaS), Policy Development, Regulations, Risk, Risk Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Software Engineering, Software as a Service (SaaS), Strategic Planning, Technical Leadership, Telemetry
LOCATION
Dallas, TX
POSTED
30+ days ago
Position: Cloud Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Architect
Location: Malvern, PA (Philly area) OR Plano, TX (Dallas area).
Duration: 9-12+ month contract (Possibility of extension) 

Key Responsibilities
Cloud DLP & DSPM Architecture
  • Architect and own the end to end Cloud DLP and DSPM capability, covering data at rest, data in motion, and data in use.
  • Design scalable architectures for continuous sensitive data discovery and classification across SaaS, cloud storage, and data platforms.
  • Integrate DSPM findings into Cloud DLP policy strategy, enabling risk based enforcement and prioritization.
 Data Risk Management
  • Identify and reduce cloud data risk, including shadow data, over exposed data, excessive permissions, and toxic data combinations.
  • Establish data risk scoring and posture metrics based on sensitivity, exposure, access, and business impact.
  • Drive remediation strategies in partnership with application owners and platform teams.
 Policy Strategy & Enforcement
  • Define Cloud DLP policies aligned to data classification, regulatory obligations, and business risk tolerance.
  • Lead the transition from monitor to enforce models while minimizing business disruption.
  • Ensure consistent policy alignment across Cloud, Network, and Endpoint DLP domains.
 Security Operations & Incident Response
  • Integrate Cloud DLP and DSPM telemetry into SOC and IR workflows.
  • Support investigation and response to cloud data exposure and exfiltration events.
  • Reduce false positives through tuning, automation, and advanced detection techniques.
 Cross Functional Leadership
  • Serve as the cloud data protection subject matter expert for architecture reviews and strategic initiatives.
  • Partner with Cloud Engineering, IAM, Legal, Privacy, Compliance, and Risk teams to ensure aligned outcomes.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to DLP engineers and analysts.
 Reporting & Executive Engagement
  • Deliver clear, risk based reporting to senior leadership and regulators.
  • Translate technical findings into business relevant insights and decisions.
  • Support audits (SOC2, GDPR, GLBA, etc.) with defensible evidence and documentation.
Required Qualifications
Experience
  • 7+ years in information security, with strong focus on cloud and data security.
  • 3+ years architecting or leading Cloud DLP and/or DSPM solutions.
  • Proven experience protecting data across SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS environments.
 Technical Expertise
  • Cloud DLP platforms (e.g., Microsoft Purview, Palo Alto Enterprise DLP, Zscaler DLP).
  • DSPM technologies and methodologies (data discovery, classification, exposure analysis).
  • Cloud platforms: Microsoft Azure, AWS, and/or GCP.
  • SaaS data protection (Microsoft 365, cloud storage, enterprise SaaS).
  • Integration with IAM, CASB, SSPM, SIEM, and SOAR.
 Security & Risk Knowledge
  • Data classification frameworks and information protection standards.
  • Regulatory requirements impacting data protection (e.g., GDPR, GLBA, SOC2).
  • Zero Trust and SASE architectures as they relate to data security.

About the Company

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Apolis

Since 1996, RJT has provided successful SAP, Oracle, and IT consulting solutions and staffing services to clients around the world. The new Apolis brings you the same personalized service fortified with a greater array of IT solutions, global expertise, and cost-management strategies.

We are a global IT consultancy that seamlessly integrates experts and leading-edge solutions into your organization so you can focus on what really matters.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Employee Referral Program, Employee Events, Retirement / Pension Plans
WEBSITE
https://www.apolisrises.com/

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