Cyber Security Manager (DLP, Data Protection & Insider Risk Management)
Grant Thornton Advisors LLC and Grant Thornton Ireland have recently joined to form a powerful multinational, multidisciplinary platform that delivers premier advisory, tax, and independent audit services.
With $2.7 billion in revenues and nearly 60 offices across the U.S., Ireland, the UAE, and other territories, our combined platform brings enhanced solutions and capabilities supported by cutting-edge technologies and a team of nearly 13,000 quality-driven professionals.
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Cybersecurity Manager to lead our Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Data Protection, and Insider Risk Management program in the EMEA region.
This individual will define strategy, implement controls, manage tools, and drive cross-functional initiatives to protect sensitive data, detect insider risks, and ensure compliance with global regulations.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, proven leadership, and the ability to work closely with stakeholders across Security, Technology, Legal, HR, and Compliance.
Roles and Responsibilities
Program Leadership & Strategy
Lead the enterprise DLP, data protection, and insider risk management program for the EMEA region in alignment with the global multi-national platform.
Build, implement, and maintain technical policies, procedures, and controls aligned to business objectives and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO, SOC 2, NIST, GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA).
Drive a risk-based approach to protecting sensitive data across on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments.
Technology & Operations
Lead deployment and management of DLP and insider risk solutions (e.g., Microsoft Purview, Proofpoint, etc.).
Establish data classification, handling, and protection standards.
Ensure effective coverage across endpoints, email, network, cloud services, and collaboration platforms.
Collaborate with the SOC team to build incident-response playbooks for data leakage and insider threat events.
Integrate DLP/insider alerts into SIEM and SOAR platforms.
Monitoring & Incident Response
Lead triage, investigation, and escalation of DLP and insider risk alerts.
Work closely with HR, Legal, and Business leaders to manage cases of insider misconduct or policy violations.
Reduce false positives through continuous tuning and optimization of detection rules.
Conduct root-cause analysis and oversee remediation activities.
Metrics & Reporting
Define KPIs/KRIs to measure program effectiveness (e.g., incident trends, time-to-resolution, compliance status).
Deliver regular reporting and executive-level updates on risk posture and incident trends.
Recommend security investments and improvements based on threat intelligence and gap analysis.
Continuous Improvement
Monitor regulatory changes and emerging risks to ensure program alignment.
Explore opportunities for automation, AI, and advanced analytics in DLP/insider risk workflows.
Benchmark against industry best practices and frameworks (NIST CSF, MITRE Insider Threat, ISO *****).
Skills and Attributes
Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
7+ years of experience in cybersecurity with at least 3+ years focused on DLP, insider risk, or data protection.
Strong knowledge of DLP platforms, insider threat detection, and cloud security controls.
Familiarity with regulatory compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, SOC, CCPA).
Hands-on experience with tools such as Microsoft Purview DLP, UEBA solutions, and SIEM/SOAR platforms.
Proven track record in incident response, technical policy enforcement, and cross-functional investigations.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills; ability to engage executives and non-technical audiences.
Relevant certifications preferred: CISM, CISSP, CIPT, CIPP, CCSP, GIAC Insider Threat Analyst (GCTI), or equivalent.
Life at GT
Our reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish.
We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We provide equitable opportunities for all our colleagues and focus on ED&I at the forefront of our workplace culture.
Our teams are built with varied backgrounds, cultural perspectives, and identities, fostering inclusive decision-making.
Recognition
Our Shout Out recognition scheme highlights and promotes achievements, celebrating success in our workplace.
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