College Board is looking for an Engineer III (Data Security Analyst) to play a critical role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating data-related risks across the organization. You’ll work on the Enterprise Security Engineering team alongside experienced analysts to ensure security controls align with business priorities and regulatory frameworks.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with senior cybersecurity staff to support the Data Security Committee and Data Security Working Group, helping capture action items and track governance deliverables.
- Define, implement, and maintain data classification, handling, and access control policies and standards across cloud and on-prem environments.
- Configure and tune DLP tools, DSPM, CASB, and cloud-native security controls to detect and prevent exfiltration of sensitive data or models.
- Monitor and triage alerts from DSPM and DLP tools, escalating high-risk findings according to playbooks and assisting in response documentation.
- Analyze tool-generated reports to identify anomalies, assess risk impact, and support decision-making.
- Map and inventory sensitive data using tools like BigID or Microsoft Information Protection (MIP), and support automated tagging.
- Provide expertise on encryption, tokenization, and access management for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data.
- Participate in risk assessments, control testing, and audits as needed with data owners across the organization.
- Assist Cyber Defense in DLP investigations, utilizing forensic and data mining techniques to support root cause analysis.
- Work with Legal, Privacy, and Data Governance teams to align data protection practices with policies and laws.
- Deliver regular data security related reporting and metrics, incorporating trends, KPIs, and predictive indicators.
- Pursue ongoing training and certifications to develop expertise in data protection technologies, data governance frameworks, and cloud data security.
What We're Looking For
- 2+ years of relevant experience, including internships or academic projects.
- Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles (e.g., access control, encryption, incident response).
- Experience in analyzing logs, metrics, or data sets to support troubleshooting or risk assessments.
- Hands-on expertise with data protection and governance tools (e.g., DLP, DSPM).
- Strong organizational and communication skills with a willingness to learn and grow in a team-oriented environment.
- Authorization to work in the United States for any employer.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite Tools (or a willingness to learn).
- Curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies, with a willingness to experiment with and adopt new AI-driven solutions.
- Clear and concise communication skills, written and verbal.
- A commitment to candid, timely, respectful feedback.
- A learner orientation and an openness to ideas and diverse perspectives.
- The ability to push for excellence through data-informed decision-making, iterative learning, external benchmarking and user-inputs.
- Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to break down complex issues and identify clear paths forward.
- A track record of prioritizing high-impact work, simplifying complexity, taking initiative, and making decisions quickly with clarity of purpose.
- A habit of collaborating across differences, practicing empathy, and contributing to a culture of trust and shared success.
Nice to Have
- Exposure to security or compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA) through coursework or projects.
- Basic familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) or data governance concepts.
- Experience using basic scripting or query tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python, SQL) to assist with data analysis or automation.
Technical Stack
- DLP, DSPM, CASB
- BigID, Microsoft Information Protection (MIP)
- AWS, Azure, GCP
- PowerShell, Python, SQL
Team & Environment
You will join the Enterprise Security Engineering (ESE) team, which consists of 6 full-time staff and additional contractors.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation range: $125,000 to $135,000.
- Mission-driven work focused on expanding educational and career opportunities.
Work Mode
This role offers a hybrid work arrangement.
College Board is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members feel valued, respected, and supported in their work.
