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Lead Cyber Sec Eng

Northern Trust
Chicago, IL Posted Jul 27, 2026
On-site

About this role

Lead Cyber Security Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and managing enterprise Zscaler-based data protection controls, with a focus on Data Loss Prevention (DLP). This role leads engineering initiatives, provides advanced (L3) support, and ensures scalable, secure implementation across enterprise environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead design and implementation of Zscaler DLP policies including cloud app control, file restrictions, and tenant controls

  • Drive end-to-end DLP lifecycle (requirements, design, build, testing, deployment)

  • Partner with business and security stakeholders to define and enforce data protection requirements

  • Monitor, investigate, and respond to DLP alerts and potential data exfiltration events

  • Generate reports on policy effectiveness, trends, and false positives

  • Provide L3 troubleshooting and support for DLP and Zscaler issues

  • Drive automation and optimization opportunities across controls

  • Act as SME and technical lead supporting engineering and architecture efforts

  • Major Duties

  • Implement Zscaler DLP and security policies

  • Analyze requirements and determine feasible solutions

  • Support testing, documentation, and rollout of DLP capabilities

  • Collaborate with Enterprise Architecture and Security teams

  • Improve processes and drive automation

  • Independently execute engineering deliverables

  • Provide consulting and leadership guidance to team members

  • Required Skills & Expertise

  • Strong hands-on experience with Zscaler DLP

  • Deep knowledge of data loss prevention, classification, and data protection principles

  • Understanding of network security (proxies, firewalls, traffic analysis)

  • Experience with Azure security (AIP, MIP, MCAS) and enterprise DLP tools

  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills

  • Experience working in regulated environments (FFIEC, PCI-DSS, SOX preferred)

  • Experience & Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Cyber Security or Data Protection Engineering

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

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