Merck is a biopharmaceutical company that offers medicines and vaccines for various diseases. They are seeking a dynamic and technically skilled Information Protection Platform Lead to help shape and optimize their enterprise data protection strategy, focusing on automation, scripting, and platform engineering.
Lead the configuration, tuning, and enhancement of Microsoft Purview and related information protection platforms (e.g., MIP, AIP, Insider Risk Management).
Develop automation workflows and scripts (e.g., PowerShell, Python, C#) to streamline DLP operations, reporting, and incident response.
Analyze platform data to identify trends, generate insights, and build dashboards that inform risk posture and policy effectiveness.
Collaborate with SOC, threat intelligence, and red/blue teams to align DLP and insider risk capabilities with broader security operations.
Investigate and respond to data protection incidents, leveraging automation and analytics to improve response time and accuracy.
Work with Legal, HR, Privacy, and IT to ensure platform configurations align with regulatory and organizational requirements.
Maintain technical documentation and contribute to training and awareness efforts across the organization.
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or similar field
2-3+ years of experience in cybersecurity, automation engineering, or information protection roles.
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview, MIP/AIP, or similar data protection platforms.
Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python, UiPath, C#).
Strong understanding of cybersecurity operations, including SOC workflows, threat intelligence, and vulnerability management.
Experience with tools such as Splunk, CrowdStrike, and ExtraHop.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
Preferred
Experience in regulated industries such as pharmaceuticals or healthcare.
Certifications such as GSEC, eJPT, Security+, or MITRE ATT&CK badges.
Background in offensive security, penetration testing, or red team operations.
Familiarity with cloud security and Microsoft 365 security tools.
Experience with report automation and documentation tools.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate and sick days
Merck is a biopharmaceutical company that offers medicines and vaccines for various diseases.
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Founded in 1891
Rahway, New Jersey, USA
10001+ employees
http://www.merck.com
Merck is a biopharmaceutical company that offers medicines and vaccines for various diseases.
