Cybersecurity Operations Analyst

Overview World Wide Technology (WWT) is seeking a Cybersecurity Operations Analyst for a 6-month contract position based in Atlanta, GA as part of our Strategic Resourcing Services and staff augmentation efforts. The selected consultant will work directly with a WWT client, supporting their internal team and business objectives. While WWT facilitates the position, the consultant will be employed by one of WWT’s preferred partner organizations, which will provide complete details regarding compensation and benefits before employment. Position Details Position: Cybersecurity Operations Analyst Location: 2 days in office at Atlanta, GA, or North Hills (New Hyde Park), NY Duration: 6+ month contract Rate/Salary: A reasonable estimate of the current pay range for this position is $70.00 to $80.00 hourly. Actual pay will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs, and will be set by your employer. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ. Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in base pay. Position Overview Job Summary: The Cybersecurity Operations Analyst – DLP is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) within the organization. This role focuses on developing and maintaining DLP policies, tuning DLP systems for optimal performance, and continuously monitoring DLP activities to prevent and detect unauthorized data access or transfer. Qualifications Hands-on experience in Information Security operations, including Security Monitoring, Incident Response, and Network Security fundamentals. Understanding of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) concepts, frameworks, and technologies Familiarity with data classification standards (e.g., PII, PCI, PHI, IP) Knowledge of common DLP platforms: Symantec DLP, Microsoft Purview DLP, Zscaler DLP, Forcepoint, McAfee, Digital Guardian, etc. Basic understanding of network security, email Practical experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP) tools and concepts, with exposure to one or more leading platforms such as Symantec, Microsoft Purview, Zscaler, Forcepoint, or Digital Guardian. Working knowledge of industry-standard security technologies, including Firewalls, VPN, Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS), Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), Antivirus (AV), Secure Web Gateway/Proxy Strong experience with SIEM event/log analysis Preferred qualifications Endpoint DLP, Network DLP, Cloud data protection, Policy development and tuning, Insider threat detection, Compliance and regulatory, Incident response and forensics, DLP integration Knowledge of regulatory and compliance standards: HIPAA, GDPR, CCPA, SOX, PCI-DSS Key Responsibilities Security Monitoring Lead the expansion and continuous improvement of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) initiatives across the organization, including international operations, ensuring robust policy enforcement and alignment with regulatory requirements Monitor, investigate, and respond to potential data loss events from both internal and external sources, ensuring swift containment and remediation Administer, tune, and maintain DLP technologies for on-premises, cloud, SaaS, and endpoint environments to ensure robust policy enforcement Develop, update, and enforce DLP policies and operational playbooks to address evolving data protection risks and regulatory requirements Utilize threat intelligence to adapt DLP controls in response to new tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) that target sensitive or regulated data Review and approve new system deployments to ensure integration with DLP monitoring and compliance requirements Document DLP incidents, investigations, and remediation steps to support regulatory audits and continuous process improvement Collaborate with IT and security teams to automate DLP alerts and responses for faster threat mitigation Provide off-hours support to address urgent DLP incidents and maintain 24/7 data protection coverage Monitor and review DLP alerts across email, web, endpoint, and cloud Identify and prioritize real incidents vs. false positives Investigate user activity and data movement related to alerts Determine if incidents are accidental, negligent, or malicious Escalate high-risk cases to Legal, HR, or Security leadership Take action to contain active threats (e.g., disable sharing, isolate devices) Document all findings, actions, and outcomes in the case tracking system Recommend user coaching or awareness training when needed Propose improvements to DLP rules to reduce noise and increase accuracy Obtains information and stays up to date on the latest threats and security trends in a fast and efficient way to keep the enterprise environment protected. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Differently Abled Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting #J-18808-Ljbffr World Wide Technology