Data Engineer

Job DescriptionInsight Global is seeking Data Security Engineers to support one of the largest energy providers in the Midwest. These individuals will join the Cybersecurity organization and support enterprise information protection and data security initiatives, with a strong focus on Microsoft Purview, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), data classification, and sensitivity labeling.The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience within information protection, data security, or cybersecurity. Candidates coming from an Information Protection Analyst, Data Security Analyst, DLP Analyst, or similar background are encouraged to apply. This team is looking for hands-on technical experience and a strong understanding of how sensitive enterprise data is identified, classified, monitored, and protected.This position is based in Milwaukee, WI and requires a hybrid schedule of three days onsite per week.Day-to-Day Responsibilities- Support the implementation, administration, and enhancement of enterprise data security and information protection solutions.- Configure, maintain, test, and troubleshoot Microsoft Purview Information Protection and DLP policies.- Support data classification, sensitivity labels, data discovery, and information protection controls.- Monitor DLP alerts and policy violations and assist with investigation, remediation, and root-cause analysis.- Identify sensitive information and help ensure appropriate protection and handling controls are applied.- Test and validate changes to DLP and information protection policies prior to implementation.- Partner with cybersecurity, compliance, legal, infrastructure, and business teams to understand data protection requirements and translate them into technical controls.- Maintain documentation related to data security policies, configurations, standards, and procedures.- Support reporting and metrics related to DLP and information protection initiatives.- Assist with continuous improvements to the organization's overall data security program.Required Skills and Experience- 2+ years of experience within Information Protection, Data Security, Cybersecurity, or a related field.- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview and/or Microsoft Information Protection (MIP).- Experience supporting, configuring, or administering Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies.- Experience with sensitivity labels, data classification, and/or data discovery.- Understanding of information protection and data security concepts, including:- Data Loss Prevention- Data Classification- Sensitivity Labeling- Data Discovery- Information Governance- Encryption- Experience investigating, troubleshooting, or responding to DLP or information protection policy violations.- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.- Strong communication skills and ability to work across technical and business teams.- Ability to work onsite in Milwaukee, WI three days per week.Nice-to-Have Skills and Experience- Experience with Microsoft Purview Insider Risk Management.- Experience with the Microsoft Defender suite.- Exposure to Azure security technologies.- Experience with PowerShell or other scripting tools.- Familiarity with Microsoft Entra ID / Active Directory.- Knowledge of compliance and privacy frameworks.- Exposure to regulatory requirements such as NERC CIP, SOX, PCI, or HIPAA.- Experience with Azure, AWS, or GCP environments.- Microsoft or cybersecurity certifications.- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.