senior Security Analyst ic

About this role

IBM is hiring a senior-level Security Analyst based in Gurugram, IN. The posting calls out experience with Python, Azure, Splunk, Security.

Role
Security Analyst
Function
security
Level
senior
Track
Individual contributor
Employment
Full-time
Location
Gurugram, IN
Department
Consulting
AI Summary
Implement, configure, and manage Forcepoint DLP solutions across enterprise environments. Monitor incidents, create policies, and investigate violations. Requires strong expertise in data protection, DLP administration, endpoint/network/email/cloud security, and incident management with knowledge of Windows, Active Directory, and SIEM tools.

Job description

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Introduction

A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.

Your role and responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled Data Security Professional with experinece in implementing, administering, and supporting Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in data protection, information security, incident management, policy creation, and DLP administration across endpoints, networks, email, and cloud environments.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Implement, configure, and manage Forcepoint DLP solutions across enterprise environments.
  • Create, maintain, and optimize DLP policies for sensitive data protection.
  • Monitor DLP incidents, investigate policy violations, and recommend remediation actions.
  • Support endpoint, network, email, and web DLP implementations.
  • Develop and tune data classification and fingerprinting policies for sensitive information.
  • Conduct incident analysis and provide root cause investigations.
  • Collaborate with security, infrastructure, compliance, and business teams to ensure effective data protection controls.
  • Perform DLP health checks, upgrades, patching, and system maintenance.
  • Generate security reports, dashboards, and compliance-related documentation.
  • Support audits and regulatory compliance requirements such as GDPR, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, etc.
  • Participate in security incident response activities and data leakage investigations.
  • Work closely with stakeholders to reduce false positives and improve DLP effectiveness.

Required technical and professional expertise

  • 3+ years of experience in Information Security/Data Security.
  • Hands-on experience with Forcepoint DLP Administration and Support.
  • Strong understanding of Endpoint, Network, Email, Web DLP , Data Discovery & Classification
  • Experience in DLP policy creation, tuning, troubleshooting, and incident management.
  • Knowledge of Windows environments, Active Directory, and networking concepts.
  • Experience with SIEM tools such as Splunk, QRadar, or Azure Sentinel.
  • Understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards.
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Preferred technical and professional experience

  • Experience with CASB, IRM, Data Classification, or Cloud Security technologies.
  • Exposure to Microsoft Purview, Symantec DLP, Digital Guardian, or McAfee DLP.
  • Experience with scripting (PowerShell, Python) for automation.
  • Security certifications such as: CEH, CISSP, Forcepoint  DLP

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