Data Security Director
Core
Lead the strategy, governance, and operational controls for protecting unstructured data assets (documents, emails, CAD files, engineering designs) across a global manufacturing organization.
Role type
Director-level Data Security leader (IC with team leadership)
Builds
Data security programs, DLP strategies, insider risk programs, and AI governance frameworks
Domain
Manufacturing / Data Security & Privacy
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Data loss prevention (DLP) strategy and implementation, data governance, privacy regulation compliance (GDPR, CCPA), insider risk management, AI governance (Copilot, shadow AI), incident response, team leadership, stakeholder advisory
Preferred skills
CISSP/CISM/CCSP certifications, CIPP/CIPT/CIPM certifications, global manufacturing experience, compliance/audit/risk function background, multi-company environment integration
Technologies
Microsoft Purview, Entra ID, conditional access, Microsoft 365 (SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive), DLP tools
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain the Data Security program; define and oversee DLP strategy; manage insider risk programs; establish AI governance for M365 Copilot; lead team coaching and development; advise Board and Senior Leadership on security risks; conduct due diligence on acquired companies' data estates
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership with hands-on program management
