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Senior Data Security Engineer
£45,000 - 60,000
Phoenix Group
Lothian Road 30, Edinburgh
£45,000 - 60,000
Requirements
Must:
- Proven experience engineering data security solutions in complex enterprise environments.
- Hands-on expertise with the Microsoft Purview stack (DLP and related modules).
- Knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID for identity-driven data protection.
- Strong understanding of data security principles and governance.
- Demonstrable experience designing and optimizing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions.
- Familiarity with Varonis Data Access Governance is advantageous.
- Awareness of regulatory and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, ISF Standard of Good Practice).
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and optimize data security controls using the Microsoft Purview stack.
- Integrate Purview with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and other security tools.
- Develop automation scripts and workflows to support data security lifecycle processes.
- Configure and maintain DLP and DAG solutions to protect sensitive data.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align controls with business requirements.
- Troubleshoot complex data security issues and ensure timely resolution.
- Support audit and compliance activities with accurate documentation.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing across the team.
Description
We have an incredible opportunity to join our Group Data Security Team within Information Security as a Senior Data Security Engineer. This is a permanent role located in a hybrid model, allowing you to work from our offices in Edinburgh, Telford, or Birmingham, with an expectation of 1-2 days per week in the office, depending on business needs. We offer flexibility, including part-time and job-share options, and are committed to discussing what is important to you during the recruitment process. We are Phoenix Group, a long-term savings and retirement business, and we aim to be the best workplace for our 6,600 colleagues. We pride ourselves on being a leading provider in the UK pension market, serving around 1 in 5 people. As a FTSE 100 organization, we tackle significant issues, including the transition of our portfolio to net zero by 2050. In addition to a competitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £60,000 with a generous bonus scheme, we offer private medical cover, 38 days of annual leave, excellent pension plans, life assurance, career breaks, and many other benefits. We embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage those with diverse experiences to apply—even if your background differs from what we outlined. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you. We reserve the right to close this advertisement earlier than the stated date, so we encourage you to apply early.
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