Urgent requirement of Data Security Consultant – DSPM for Plano, TX

Hi,

 

This is Diksha Chaudhary working with Novia Infotech. We have the below contract job opportunity with one of our direct clients and would like to check if you have any resources available. Please send across the resume of your consultants along with the contact information at the earliest to diksha.c@noviainfotech.com.

 

Role: Data Security Consultant – DSPM (Data Security Posture Management)

Location: Plano, TX (Onsite)

Duration: 12+ Months

Experience Required: 6–8+ Years

 

Description:

We are seeking an experienced Data Security Consultant with expertise in Data Security Posture Management (DSPM), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and Information Protection to lead enterprise-wide data security transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assessing data security maturity, defining high-value DSPM use cases, evaluating DSPM products, and developing strategic adoption roadmaps aligned with business and regulatory requirements.

This role requires strong consulting, analytical, and stakeholder management capabilities, along with deep knowledge of data security frameworks, cloud environments, and data governance practices.

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Required Skills

Data Security & Governance

• Data Security Posture Management (DSPM)
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
• Information Protection
• Data Security Architecture
• Data Governance
• Data Risk Management
• Data Access Governance
• Data Exposure Management
• Data Classification
• Data Discovery
• Sensitive Data Protection

Cloud & Enterprise Platforms

• Amazon Web Services (AWS)
• Microsoft Azure
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• Hybrid Cloud Environments
• On-Premises Data Platforms

Security Frameworks & Compliance

• NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• GDPR
• HIPAA
• PCI Compliance
• PII Protection
• PHI Protection
• Data Protection Standards
• Risk & Compliance Management

DSPM Tools & Technologies

• BigID
• Cyera
• Microsoft Purview
• Symmetry Systems
• Security.ai
• Zscaler
• Data Discovery Platforms
• Data Classification Platforms

Enterprise Security Integrations

• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)
• Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Solutions

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Key Responsibilities

DSPM Assessment & Current State Analysis

• Conduct enterprise-wide data security posture assessments across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
• Assess existing controls against DSPM maturity models and industry frameworks.
• Identify gaps in data visibility, governance, and protection capabilities.
• Perform structured and unstructured data discovery and classification assessments.
• Evaluate current data protection practices and identify areas for improvement.

Data Discovery & Classification

• Assess enterprise data assets across:
• Data-at-Rest
• Data-in-Transit
• Data-in-Use
• Identify sensitive data exposure risks.
• Define classification frameworks and protection requirements.
• Develop recommendations for improved data governance and visibility.

DSPM Use Case Definition & Mapping

• Identify and define high-value DSPM use cases including:
• Sensitive Data Exposure Monitoring
• Data Access Governance
• Entitlement Reviews
• Cloud Data Risk Monitoring
• Compliance Monitoring
• Data Risk & Exposure Management
• Align use cases with business priorities and regulatory requirements.

DSPM Product Evaluation & Selection

• Define functional and technical requirements for DSPM platforms.
• Conduct product assessments and capability evaluations of:
• BigID
• Cyera
• Microsoft Purview
• Symmetry Systems
• Security.ai
• Zscaler
• Evaluate:
• Discovery Capabilities
• Classification Features
• Data Lineage
• Risk Scoring
• Remediation Workflows
• Develop solution comparison matrices and recommendation reports.

Strategy & Roadmap Development

• Define phased DSPM adoption strategies.
• Establish governance models and implementation approaches.
• Develop implementation roadmaps, milestones, KPIs, and success metrics.
• Recommend pilot use cases and onboarding strategies.
• Drive enterprise data security transformation initiatives.

Security Architecture & Integration

• Ensure alignment with enterprise security ecosystems including:
• SIEM Platforms
• DLP Solutions
• IAM Solutions
• CASB Platforms
• Support integration of DSPM solutions with existing security technologies.
• Collaborate with architecture and engineering teams on implementation planning.

Consulting & Stakeholder Management

• Engage with business and technical stakeholders to understand requirements and priorities.
• Present findings, recommendations, and strategic roadmaps to leadership teams.
• Create executive presentations, assessments, and technical documentation.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration and decision-making processes.

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Required Qualifications

• 6–8+ years of experience in:
• Data Security
• DSPM
• Information Protection
• Data Governance
• Cyber Security Consulting
• Strong understanding of:
• Data Lifecycle Security
• Data-at-Rest Security
• Data-in-Transit Security
• Data-in-Use Security
• Data Classification Frameworks
• Data Access Governance
• Data Exposure Management
• Experience with cloud platforms including:
• AWS
• Azure
• GCP
• Hands-on or consulting experience with DSPM solutions such as:
• BigID
• Cyera
• Microsoft Purview
• Symmetry Systems
• Security.ai
• Zscaler
• Strong knowledge of:
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• GDPR
• HIPAA
• PCI Compliance
• Data Protection Standards
• Strong analytical and consulting skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation capabilities.
• Proven experience conducting risk assessments and developing remediation strategies.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading enterprise DSPM implementations.
• Experience with cloud-native security architectures.
• Experience integrating DSPM solutions with SIEM, IAM, CASB, and DLP ecosystems.
• Knowledge of data governance operating models and security frameworks.
• Experience creating executive-level security strategies and transformation roadmaps.
• Industry certifications such as:
• CISSP
• CCSP
• CISM
• CDPSE
• Azure Security Certifications
• AWS Security Certifications

 

 

 

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Diksha Chaudhary US IT Recruiter www.noviainfotech.com

E: diksha.c@noviainfotech.com M: (972) 472-8161 A: McKinney, TX, 75070

 

 

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