Line of Service
AdvisoryIndustry/Sector
FS X-SectorSpecialism
RiskManagement Level
Senior AssociateJob Description & Summary
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JobDescription & Summary:
We areseekinga highly skilled and experiencedData SOCFunctional Consultantto join our Risk Consulting team. As aData SOCFunctional Consultant you willberesponsibleforpolicy advisory process governance third-party risk management and data flow assessments for clients.You will work asConsultants for Policies / Processes / TPRM /DFAkind of customer interaction items.You willwork onvarioustypesoftechnologiesbut not limited toDLP DAM CASB Data Discovery Data Classification Encryption DSPM Zero Trust solutionsPETs and more. The ideal candidate shouldpossessstrong project management skills technicalexpertisein cybersecurity and a comprehensive understanding of best practices in the field.
Education:
Bachelors orMastersdegree in Cybersecurity Information Technology ora relatedfield.
Certifications:
Professional certifications such asISO/IEC 27001 Lead Implementer or Auditor; NIST CSF Practitioner; DPDPA (India) practitioner/lead implementer course; Privacy: IAPP CIPP/E or CIPM
Experience:
Proven experience (4-7years) in a similar role preferably in a consulting environment.
Strong project management skills with the ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Experience with DLP CASB DAM Encryption DSPM Zero Trust Implementation Monitoring & Assessment along with data discovery and data classification
In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks standards and best practices (e.g. ISO 27001 NIST CSF DPDP Act).
Skills:
Technical: DLP Data Discovery UEBA PETs DAM CASB FIM Encryption/Masking SIEM/SOAR.
Leadership: Team building executive communication.
Regulatory: DPDPA GDPR HIPAA PCI SOX.
Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Responsibilities:
Policy Advisory:
Draft and review data security policies; ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks (DPDPA GDPR HIPAA PCI SOX).
Process Governance:
Define and maintain DSOC processes; ensure ITIL and ISO 27035 compliance.
Third Party Risk Management (TPRM):
Conduct third-party risk assessments;validatevendor compliance with security standards.
Data Flow Assessment:
Perform DFA for criticalapplicationsdocumentlineageand classification.
Client Interaction:
Engage with customers for governance workshops audits and compliance reviews.
Reporting & Dashboards:
Weekly: Policycompliancescorecards and TPRM status.
Monthly: DFA reports and governance metrics.
Quarterly: Audit readiness and regulatory alignment updates.
Incident Management & Response:
Support incident reviews byvalidatingpolicy adherence and process gaps;assistin remediation planning.
Project & Stakeholder Management:
Lead governance and compliance projects; coordinate with DSOC Head Legal and client teams for successful delivery.
Additional Responsibilities:
Research & Thought Leadership:
Stay updated on regulatory changes and best practices; publish internal compliance guidelines; contribute to policy improvement initiatives.
Travel Requirements
Travel to Client locations locally in addition to travelling domesticallyand/or internationally for assignments as.
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship
Government Clearance Required
Mandatory skill sets:Experience with DLP CASB DAM Encryption DSPM Zero Trust Implementation Monitoring & Assessment along with data discovery and data classification
Preferred skill sets:In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks standards and best practices (e.g. ISO 27001 NIST CSF DPDP Act).
Years of experience required:4-7
Education Qualification: (if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of EngineeringDegrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Data Privacy StandardsOptional Skills
Accepting Feedback Accepting Feedback Accounting and Financial Reporting Standards Active Listening Analytical Thinking Artificial Intelligence (AI) Platform Auditing Auditing Methodologies Business Process Improvement Communication Compliance Auditing Corporate Governance Creativity Data Analysis and Interpretation Data Ingestion Data Modeling Data Quality Data Security Data Transformation Data Visualization Embracing Change Emotional Regulation Empathy Financial Accounting Financial Audit 24 moreDesired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Available for Work Visa Sponsorship
Government Clearance Required
Job Posting End Date
Required Experience:
Senior IC
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