Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced professional to lead and manage the overall data security management practice at WSP. This is a pivotal role where you will own the overall data loss prevention practice and at the forefront of protecting our critical data from internal and external threats, with a core focus on Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and enable secure data collaboration. You will oversee the roadmap, maintain and explain the tools (e.g., Purview) and solutions, refine processes and lead a talented team to create a robust, business enabling data security posture.
What you can expect to do:
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive enterprise data security strategy aligned with business priorities and risk appetite.
Own and evolve the end-to-end DLP program and tools (including Microsoft Purview, - including policy creation, monitoring, incident response, and continuous improvement).
Lead the design and implementation of secure data collaboration frameworks for internal and external business partners.
Establish Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and metrics to transparently measure program performance and communicate effectiveness to senior leadership using modern reporting tools.
Technology Solutions and Processes
Guide your team in evaluating, implementing, and managing advanced data security technologies (e.g., DLP/ Purview, DRM).
Ensure solutions are optimally configured, integrated, and tuned to minimize business friction while reducing data exposure risk.
Stay ahead of emerging threats, technologies, and best practices to continuously strengthen WSP's data security posture.
Direct the development, maintenance, and enforcement of data security policies, standards, and procedures.
Enhance data governance processes, including classification, handling, and secure sharing.
Lead incident response for data security events, ensuring rapid containment, remediation, and clear communication.
Leadership and People Responsibilities
Set yearly goals and targets for the services and follow up on their deliveries
Manage, mentor and develop a team of data security specialists
Develop strong cross-functional working relationships with security and IT teams and align with WSPs internal and external client demands.
Provide feedback on the governance process for continued improvement especially on the operational parts.
Finance/Budgetary Responsibilities
Plan team capacity and resource needs (budgets) to ensure quality and resilient services in data security
Evaluate and provide feedback on tooling and identify additional needs
Oversee licensing, usage monitoring, and growth planning, to ensure cost-effective scalability.
What you'll bring to WSP:
Required
10+ years related experience indata management or similar position.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experiences in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, data sciences, or related field
Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
Familiar with risk management, including risk analysis, mitigation, and monitoring
Knowledge of information security regulations applicable to WSP
Familiarity with machine learning concepts is a plus.
Familiarity with IT Governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL and ISO 2700x, NIST
Familiarity with governance, compliance, and audit within IT environments
Preferred
Master's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Engineering, data sciences, or related field
Microsoft data analyst associate certification, Data+ or equivalent
What sets you apart:
Previous experiences leading data security practice
Prefer leadership experiences in leading one or more security practice areas
Strong experiences in a Microsoft DLP environment (MS Purview)
Current or previous experiences with data sharing and protection tools would be an advantage, e.g. Boolebox, Citrix ShareFile, and knowledge of Microsoft platforms (SharePoint) and tools, Purview and other O365 controls
Excellent understanding of data loss prevention strategies, policies, procedures, and principles and practices related to data protection
Good knowledge of data classification practices, procedures, and tools
Ability to respond to queries from the business regarding training and usage of such tools
Familiarity with the IT security tools and practices
Willingness to participate in incidents (sometimes outside office hours), handing sensitive information with discretion
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills as well as strong communication and inter-personal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
WSP Benefits:
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation:
Expected Salary (all locations): $122,700.00 - $218,680.00
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
Expected Salary (Colorado only): $122,700.00 - $205,260.00
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position within the state of Colorado, based on the successful applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant's sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.
