Lead Cybersecurity Engineer - Data Protection

Who We Are At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world's leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people-Kyndryls-that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive. The Role Your Role: As a Microsoft Purview DLP Specialist at Kyndryl, the professional will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions to safeguard sensitive business and customer data across enterprise environments. They will work closely with security, compliance, and infrastructure teams to develop and enforce data protection policies, monitor DLP alerts and incidents, classify and protect sensitive information, and ensure compliance with industry regulations and corporate governance requirements. The role involves securing data across Microsoft 365 workloads, endpoints, cloud applications, and hybrid environments while continuously optimizing DLP controls to reduce data leakage risks and strengthen the organization's overall security posture. What will you do : Design, implement, and manage Microsoft Purview DLP policies across Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams, Endpoints, and Power Platform. Monitor, investigate, and respond to DLP alerts, incidents, and policy violations. Perform root-cause analysis of data leakage events and recommend corrective actions. Support regulatory compliance initiatives, including GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOX, and ISO 27001 requirements. Automate reporting and administrative tasks using PowerShell, Microsoft Graph APIs, and compliance tools. Collaborate with Security, Risk, Compliance, Legal, and Business teams to strengthen data protection, governance, and awareness programs. Your future at Kyndryl Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career, from Junior System Administrator to Architect. We have opportunities for Cloud Hyperscalers that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find yourated with Who You Are You're good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important - you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you're open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others. Required Technical and Professional Experience: 5+ Years of experience into Design, implement, and optimize Microsoft Purview Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions to protect sensitive enterprise data. Develop and manage data security controls across Microsoft 365, cloud applications, endpoints, and hybrid environments. Leverage Insider Risk Management, Communication Compliance, Microsoft Sentinel, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps (MDCA) to strengthen security posture. Support data governance, privacy, and regulatory compliance initiatives through effective information protection strategies. Utilize Microsoft Graph API to integrate and automate compliance and security workflows where required. Collaborate with business, compliance, and security stakeholders to address risks and drive data protection objectives. Configure and maintain Sensitivity Labels, Data Classification, and Information Protection controls. Deploy and manage Endpoint DLP solutions to prevent unauthorized dat