Senior DLP Security Engineer

Are you looking for an encouraging and collaborative workplace with outstanding teams and inspiring leaders If so youve found the right place! We are in search of an ambitious individual who shares our values and is committed to making a positive impact on peoples lives globally. If you find this resonates with you and are excited by the career opportunity described below we encourage you to apply.

The Global Data Loss Prevention team an integral part of the larger Global Cybersecurity Operations team is dedicated to safeguarding critical and sensitive information at Manulife. The Senior DLP Security Engineer plays a key role in developing implementing and leading data loss prevention strategies to protect sensitive data from accidental or intentional exposure. This position requires collaboration with various teams to ensure compliance with data protection regulations and to protect the organizations data assets.

Position Responsibilities:

• Implement and maintain Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions to safeguard sensitive data from unauthorized disclosure loss or leakage

• Configure and deploy DLP policies rules and alerts across DLP platforms

• Collaborate with multi-functional teams including IT Legal and Compliance to ensure DLP strategies align with regulatory requirements and industry standards

• Conduct data discovery and classification exercises to identify and categorize sensitive data across the organization

• Integrate DLP solutions with existing security infrastructure including firewalls proxies and endpoint protection systems

• Stay ahead with the latest trends and developments in DLP technologies data protection regulations and industry standard processes

• Develop DLP configurations procedures and troubleshooting guides for reference and future use

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in an IT-related field or equivalent military or OTJ experience. At least 7 years of relevant technical experience with a minimum of 5 years of experience in cyber security

• At least 2 years of experience working in an agile delivery team

• Deep technical knowledge and hands-on experience with leading DLP platforms such as Microsoft Purview Microsoft Defender Symantec DLP McAfee DLP or Forcepoint DLP

• In-depth knowledge of DLP concepts methodologies and tools including content analysis data classification and network and endpoint DLP solutions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with scripting (e.g. Python Perl Powershell etc.) for automation and integration

• Validated foundation in database management and query methodologies

• Familiarity with network protocols cloud and endpoint security technologies and data protection regulations (GDPR CCPA ISO 27001)

• Proficient in configuring DLP policies rules and alerts to implement data protection policies and prevent data loss

• Experience with data discovery and classification tools to identify sensitive data and define appropriate protection measures

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and address DLP risks and incidents efficiently

• Good communication and collaboration skills to work efficiently with globally distributed multi-functional teams and partners

• Ability to work independently lead multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

When you join our team:

• Well empower you to learn and grow the career you want.

• Well recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.

• As part of our global team well support you in shaping the future you want to see.

If you are applying to this role in Massachusetts please note the salary range is $107450.00 - $199550.00 USD. Additionally employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance.

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us visit is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment retention advancement and compensation and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race ancestry place of origin colour ethnic origin citizenship religion or religious beliefs creed sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions) sexual orientation genetic characteristics veteran status gender identity gender expression age marital status family status disability or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process contact .

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Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge skills qualifications experience and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location please contact for the salary range for your location.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits including health dental mental health vision short- and long-term disability life and AD&D insurance coverage adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays vacation personal and sick days and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S. please contact for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.

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