Associate, Cyber Operations (DLP)

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About the role

KPMG is currently seeking an Associate, Cyber Operations to join our Enterprise Security Services organization. This role supports cybersecurity operations focused on data protection, information governance, insider risk management, AI security, and the continuous improvement of security controls.

Responsibilities

• Support cybersecurity operations activities focused on data protection, information governance, insider risk management, AI security, and the continuous improvement of security controls
• Administer and enhance security technologies and control frameworks, including Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Information Protection (MIP), sensitivity labeling, data classification, data loss prevention (DLP), and related security capabilities
• Perform advanced security analysis using Kusto Query Language (KQL), Advanced Hunting, and other reporting platforms to identify trends, investigate potential insider risk activity, analyze AI service usage, and support data-driven security decisions
• Conduct security assessments and research of AI services, copilots, large language models (LLMs), and emerging technologies to identify data leakage risks, information protection gaps, insecure integrations, and other security concerns; recommend appropriate safeguards and controls
• Leverage automation, reporting, and process improvements to strengthen preventive and detective security capabilities, improve operational maturity, and measure control effectiveness
• Collaborate across technology and business teams, contribute to security initiatives and projects, develop operational metrics, dashboards, and documentation, and provide analytical support for cybersecurity investigations and response activities when required
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment

Requirements

• Minimum one year of recent cybersecurity experience supporting data protection and security technologies, including Data Loss Prevention (DLP), data classification, information protection, insider risk management, threat hunting, Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Information Protection (MIP), sensitivity labels, SIEM platforms, cloud security technologies, AI security, and other related cybersecurity or data protection solutions
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, or a related field is preferred; or a minimum of high school diploma or GED is required with at least two years of equivalent professional experience
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Microsoft SC-200, Microsoft AZ-900, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK) are preferred
• Experience creating and maintaining operational playbooks, procedures, technical documentation, reporting, dashboards, and security process documentation
• Proven experience with KQL, Advanced Hunting, reporting and analytics platforms, scripting, automation, and analyzing trends associated with AI services, user activity, insider risk, and emerging technologies
• Strong communication, collaboration, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

KPMG offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including:

• A variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) plans
• A robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health
• Personal Time Off per fiscal year, based on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service
• Two annual breaks where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off: one at year end and the other around the July 4th holiday

Pay

California Salary Range: $72,200 - $122,800. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant’s skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and market considerations.