Sr DLP Security Operations Analyst

Pay Range

$ 91 per hour (Paid Weekly)

Cox Automotive is searching for a Sr DLP Security Operations Analyst
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Cox Automotive is a leading provider of automotive products and services, offering a wide range of solutions to dealers, manufacturers, and consumers. With a focus on innovation and customer service, Cox Automotive helps clients navigate the ever‑changing automotive industry landscape. From digital marketing and software solutions to vehicle remarketing and logistics, Cox Automotive is dedicated to driving the future of the automotive industry.

This is a 3 Month W2 contract assignment with the opportunity for contract extension or to transition to a permanent, full‑time role based on performance and business needs.

• This is a hybrid role based in Atlanta, GA; 2-3 days onsite
• Monday - Friday; 40 hours per week

Responsibilities of the Sr DLP Security Operations Analyst:

• Lead the expansion and continuous improvement of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) initiatives across the organization, including international operations, ensuring robust policy enforcement and alignment with regulatory requirements
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to potential data loss events from both internal and external sources, ensuring swift containment and remediation
• Administer, tune, and maintain DLP technologies for on‑premise, cloud, SaaS, and endpoint environments to ensure robust policy enforcement
• Develop, update, and enforce DLP policies and operational playbooks to address evolving data protection risks and regulatory requirements
• Utilize threat intelligence to adapt DLP controls in response to new tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) that target sensitive or regulated data
• Review and approve new system deployments to ensure integration with DLP monitoring and compliance requirements
• Document DLP incidents, investigations, and remediation steps to support regulatory audits and continuous process improvement
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to automate DLP alerts and responses for faster threat mitigation
• Provide off‑hours support to address urgent DLP incidents and maintain 24/7 data protection coverage
• Monitor and review DLP alerts across email, web, endpoint, and cloud
• Identify and prioritize real incidents vs. false positives
• Investigate user activity and data movement related to alerts
• Determine if incidents are accidental, negligent, or malicious
• Escalate high‑risk cases to Legal, HR, or Security leadership
• Take action to contain active threats (e.g., disable sharing, isolate devices)
• Document all findings, actions, and outcomes in the case tracking system
• Recommend user coaching or awareness training when needed
• Propose improvements to DLP rules to reduce noise and increase accuracy
• Track and report incident trends and metrics (volume, type, resolution time)
• Collaborate with IT, Legal, HR, and business units during investigations
• Support audits, compliance checks, and policy updates as needed
• Obtains information and stays up‑to‑date on the latest threats and security trends in a fast and efficient way to keep the enterprise environment protected
• Assists in the investigation and resolution of security issues

Qualifications of the Sr DLP Security Operations Analyst:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant industry experience
• Hands‑on experience in Information Security operations, including Security Monitoring, Incident Response and Network Security Fundamentals
• Practical experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP) tools and concepts, with exposure to one or more leading platforms such as Symantec, Microsoft Purview, Zscaler, Forcepoint, or Digital Guardian.
• Working knowledge of industry‑standard security technologies, including:
  • Firewalls
  • VPN
  • Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
  • Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
  • Antivirus (AV)
  • Secure Web Gateway/Proxy
  • Strong experience with SIEM event/log analysis and correlation
• Understanding of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) concepts, frameworks, and technologies
• Familiarity with data classification standards (e.g., PII, PCI, PHI, IP)
• Knowledge of common…