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College Board is looking for an Engineer III (Data Security Analyst) to play a critical role in safeguarding our information assets. You will work alongside experienced security analysts and cross-functional teams to identify, assess, and mitigate data-related risks, supporting our privacy, compliance, and resilience goals.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with senior cybersecurity staff to support governance committees, capturing action items and tracking deliverables.
• Maintain and update risk control libraries within our Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) platform.
• Monitor and triage alerts from DSPM and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) tools, escalating high-risk findings.
• Analyze tool-generated reports to identify anomalies, assess risk impact, and support decision-making.
• Support Legal and Privacy teams with data classification reports and audit artifacts.
• Contribute to improvements in data protection policies by suggesting platform tuning and reporting enhancements.
• Classify and tag sensitive data across systems in alignment with internal policies.
• Participate in internal security awareness initiatives and compliance readiness efforts.
• Define, implement, and maintain data classification, handling, and access control policies.
• Configure and tune DLP, DSPM, CASB, and cloud-native security controls.
• Map and inventory sensitive data using tools like BigID or Microsoft Information Protection (MIP).
• Provide expertise on encryption, tokenization, and access management for various data types.
• Participate in risk assessments, control testing, and audits with data owners.
• Recommend enhancements to data protection tooling and processes based on emerging threats.
• Monitor data security alerts and triage events, escalating to the Cyber Defense Team as needed.
• Assist in DLP investigations using forensic and data mining techniques.
• Utilize internal AI agents to automate the identification of high-risk data interactions.
• Work with cross-functional teams to align data protection practices with policies and laws.
• Support compliance needs by providing evidence or information for regulatory requirements.
• Deliver regular data security reporting and metrics, incorporating trends and KPIs.

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 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.
• 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 comfort for learning new AI-driven solutions.
• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
• A commitment to candid, timely, and respectful feedback.
• A learner orientation and openness to diverse ideas and perspectives.
• The ability to push for excellence through data-informed decision-making.
• Strong problem-solving skills, including breaking down complex issues.
• A track record of prioritizing high-impact work, simplifying complexity, and taking initiative.
• A habit of collaborating across differences, practicing empathy, and contributing to a culture of trust.

Nice to Have

• Exposure to security or compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA).
• 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).

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

• Salary range: $125,000 to $135,000

Work Mode

This role operates on a hybrid work model.

College Board is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members feel valued, respected, and supported. We are driven by a passion for expanding educational and career opportunities.