Cybersecurity Engineer - Data Loss Prevention & Messaging Security

Role Overview

Cybersecurity Engineer specializing in Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Messaging Security. This is a remote contract role (3 months) supporting the secure deployment and ongoing management of DLP and messaging security controls across Microsoft 365, email, endpoints, and network security.

Responsibilities

• Lead secure deployment and configuration of DLP for email, endpoints, and network gateways.
• Implement and manage Check Point Smart-1 (R82) security gateways and Endpoint Security policies.
• Configure Microsoft 365 security features (e.g., Exchange/Outlook) to prevent data leaks.
• Assess risks involving data sharing, external recipients, and cloud file sharing platforms.
• Create security documentation, perform risk assessments, and validate changes through testing.
• Coordinate with IT, Security, Compliance, and Messaging teams to ensure secure operations.

Required Skills / Qualifications

• 5+ years of enterprise cybersecurity engineering experience.
• Hands-on DLP implementation experience across email, endpoint, and network.
• Proficiency with Check Point Smart-1 (R82) and Endpoint Security (E88.x).
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 email architecture and Exchange/Outlook security.
• Experience engineering/building security controls (not only monitoring).
• Understanding of data exposure risks and mitigation strategies.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and documentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ShareFile, OneDrive, or other cloud file sharing platforms.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Purview DLP and compliance tooling.
• Background in regulated/compliance-driven environments.
• Knowledge of Zero Trust security principles.