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This is a hybrid role featuring a dual focus on both operational DLP and DLP engineering to protect company data. The candidate will be responsible for managing and remediating instances of sensitive data leakage and insider risk, while concurrently configuring, tuning, and maintaining the information protection technologies that prevent them.\nResponsibilities:\nInvestigate, analyze, and manage security incidents generated from Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and other information protection tools, utilizing log analysis, data visualization, and pattern analysis\n\nDesign, build, test, and deploy new DLP policies, rules, and logic across network, endpoint, and cloud environments to address emerging risks and align with the company's data protection strategy\n\nManage the full lifecycle of information protection incidents, from detection and escalation through to remediation, ensuring clear communication of status to stakeholders and management\n\nSupport the maintenance, enhancement, and troubleshooting of the information protection technology stack to ensure high availability, accurate detection, and optimal platform performance\n\nDevelop, implement, and maintain automation scripts and processes (e.g., using Python or PowerShell) to improve incident response workflows, reduce manual effort, and enhance reporting accuracy\n\nCollaborate closely with the Global Security Group, Legal, Human Resources, and other business units to respond to sensitive incidents in accordance with established corporate policies\n\nContinuously evaluate, improve, and challenge existing processes, procedures, and technical controls to adapt to a fast-moving and evolving security environment\n\nCreate, modify, and review security dashboards and metrics reports to provide actionable insights into the organization’s overall data risk posture\n\nRequired Experience and Skills:\nProven experience in an information security discipline, with a professional background that includes both active incident response and technical platform implementation\n\nStrong, practical experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP) concepts, methodologies, and enterprise-grade tools\n\nDemonstrated ability to independently investigate and resolve complex security incidents (Tier 2/3 support levels), including performing in-depth root cause analysis\n\nHands-on experience with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) specifically applied to automation, data extraction, or system integration\n\nExcellent analytical, problem-solving, and written/verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical risks to non-technical stakeholders\n\nStrong foundational understanding of networking protocols (TCP/IP), operating system architectures, and cloud security principles\n\nAbility to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, manage shifting priorities, and balance operational emergencies with project-based engineering tasks\n\nDesired Experience and Skills:\nDirect experience with specific DLP and security solutions for network, endpoint, and cloud environments (e.g., Microsoft 365 Purview, Zscaler, CrowdStrike)\n\nExperience proactively creating, fine-tuning, and deploying detection policies within security platforms rather than just monitoring existing alerts\n\nProven ability to build strong, trusted relationships with cross-functional business and technology stakeholders\n\nUp-to-date knowledge of the current global data protection landscape, privacy regulations, and emerging security threat trends\n\nRelevant industry certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or vendor-specific security engineering certifications\n\nWhat We Offer\nExciting work in a great team, global projects, international environment\n\nOpportunity to learn and grow professionally within the company globally\n\nPension and health (Canadian Medical) contributions\n\nInternal reward system plus referral program\n\n5 weeks annual leave, 5 sick days, 15 days of certified sick leave paid above statutory requirements annually, 40 paid hours annually for volunteering activities, 12 weeks of parental contribution\n\nCafeteria for tax free benefits according to your choice (meal vouchers, sport, culture, health, travel, etc.), Multisport card, Vodafone, Raiffeisen Bank and Foodora discount programs\n\nUp-to-date laptop and iPhone, parking in the garage, showers, refreshments\n\nCompetitive salary, incentive pay, and many more\n\nReady to take up the challenge? Apply now!\nKnow anybody who might be interested? Refer this job!\nThe date shown below is the earliest possible closing date for this posting. However, we sometimes extend the job posting period as needed, so please feel free to apply anytime you see the \"Apply \" button available. You may also reach out to the recruiter directly via https://www.linkedin.com/in/badumtss/\nRequired Skills:\nData Loss Prevention (DLP), Incident Response, Information Security, Microsoft PowerShell, Python (Programming Language), TCP/IP NetworkingPreferred Skills:\nCritical Incident Stress Management (CISM), Data Protection, Privacy RegulationsCurrent Employees apply HERE\nCurrent Contingent Workers apply HERE\nSearch Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully\nMerck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. 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