We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Consultant with expertise in Information Protection, specifically in the area of Data Discovery. This is a 6-month contract role focused on designing and operationalizing Data Discovery processes. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design Data Discovery Processes: Develop comprehensive Data Discovery processes to identify, classify, and protect sensitive data across the organization.
- Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Draft and implement templatized SOPs for data analysis, ensuring consistency and focus on risk reduction.
- Automate Processes: Identify and coordinate automation opportunities within Data Discovery to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Reporting: Provide detailed reports to management stakeholders, highlighting the addressed risks, process improvements, and actionable insights.
- Team Training: Conduct training sessions for team members to ensure proper understanding and execution of Data Discovery processes.
- Process Handover: Ensure a smooth transition by handing over the established Data Discovery processes to the relevant teams.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of proven experience in Data Security and Data Discovery.
- Strong background in designing and operationalizing Data Discovery processes.
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
- Proficiency in developing SOPs, analysis templates, and identifying automation requirements.
- Effective communication and presentation skills, capable of engaging with management stakeholders and team members.
- Experience in training and knowledge transfer to team members.
- Personal Attributes
- Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.