Senior Technology Specialist, Data Protection
Senior Technology Specialist, Data Protection
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At Equitable we believe work should be a place where you feel supported inspired and empowered to grow. In our caring and collaborative environment your curiosity is encouraged your passion is recognized and your contributions truly matter. Together we create meaningful impactfor our clients our communities and each other.
Position Title: Senior Technology Specialist Data Protection
Reports To: Lead Technology Architect Data
Department: IT
Term: Permanent Full-Time
Work Arrangements: This is a hybrid role. You will work in our office in Waterloo ON a minimum of two (2) assigned consecutive days every other week plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month. You are welcome to work from the office more than the minimum requirement and there may be some roles that are required to work in our office more than the minimum requirement.
The Opportunity:Equitable is growing! We are looking for a Senior Technology Specialist Data Protection to join our IT team! We are looking for a highly motivated Senior Technology Specialist Data Protection to join Equitables Technology team. A team player who will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into scalable data protection solutions using Data Protection and other relevant technologies. Now is an exciting time to join one of the Waterloo Areas Top Employer for 2025 and Southwestern Ontarios Top Employers for 2024!
What you will be doing:
- Be the technical subject matter expert for the design deployment and operational integration of Data Protection technologies which includes but not limited to Discovery Data Classification and Data Loss Prevention.
- Maintain and enhance shared security and compliance related technology solutions and infrastructure. This role will partner with a cross-functional team to research develop test and refine cloud and on-prem based data protection solutions to optimize the organizations security and compliance posture.
- Provide technical and practice leadership to evolve processes and technologies that enable continuous discovery classification protection monitoring and response of shared infrastructure and data management systems that enable business priorities capabilities and service experience for internal and external clients.
- Designing and managing the deployment of Data Protection for cloud and on-prem Data Discovery assisting the business with defining rules for Data Classification and supporting the integration with IT Security for Data Leakage Prevention through monitoring and incident response across various tool sets.
- Effectively communicate complex findings and insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Prepare and deliver presentations to convey the value scope and effectiveness of data protection initiatives.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in Azure Cloud technologies Compliance and Data Protection trends and other relevant technologies and provide recommendations for adopting new tools and techniques.
- Participate in on-call rotation
What you will bring:
- 5 years experience in IT IT Security Governance Risk & Compliance or Advanced Data Management
- Post-secondary degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in the following or related discipline: computer science computer systems engineering software engineering data management IT security with a data management focus IT Audit or GRC roles
- Hands-on experience with Cloud and on-prem data discovery data classification and data management solutions
- Experience developing and evolving policies and procedures across multiple disciplines
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex Data Protection issues.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience with Data Loss Prevention and Zero Trust solutions is an asset
- SC-401 Microsoft Certified: Information Security Administrator Associate or other security or compliance certifications (CISSP CCSP CISA CISM CGEIT GSEC) is an asset
Whats in it for you:
- A healthy work-life balance with employee wellness top of mind
- Annual bonus program annual vacation allowance and company-paid benefits program
- An additional paid volunteer day each year so you can spend time giving back to the community
- Immediate enrollment in the companys pension program with employer matching
- Employee resource groups that support an inclusive work environment
- Tuition support and specialized program assistance
- An onsite full-service cafeteria with a variety of daily options
- Discounts on company products and services and access to exclusive employee perks
- Regular EQ Together events focused on company togetherness and collaboration
As part of the recruitment/offer process you will be required to:
- Provide two professional references (minimum one supervisor and above)
- Undergo a criminal background check
This position is available due to an existing vacancy.
We are dedicated to inclusive and accessible hiring practices. If you require accommodations or alternative formats please contact us at emailprotected.
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Other details
- Job FamilyIndividual Contributor - Non Transactional
- Pay TypeSalary
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
