Data Security Administrator

Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview

Data security administrator protecting sensitive information for a credit union. Managing DLP, Microsoft Purview, AI security controls, governance, and incident response.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeSyracuse • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $86,103 - $129,154 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in Data Security Management and Governance, with a strong focus on Data Lifecycle Management and Data Loss Prevention. Proficient in Microsoft Purview and capable of analyzing security events to recommend risk mitigation strategies.

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Data Security ManagementData GovernanceMicrosoft PurviewData Loss Prevention (DLP)Information Lifecycle Management

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Hard Skills

Data ClassificationData OwnershipData RetentionEDiscoveryCybersecurity Incident HandlingRisk Mitigation StrategiesData Security ProceduresMetrics and ReportingPolicy StrengtheningAI Security Controls

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProject ManagementOrganizational SkillsRelationship BuildingDiscretion and Confidentiality

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365 Security TechnologiesData Protection PlatformsCompliance PlatformsCollaboration Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Information SecurityRisk ManagementData Science

Industry Keywords

Financial IndustryCredit UnionsBanksData Governance PrinciplesRegulatory Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the subject matter expert on data security management and controls through the full data lifecycle, from generation to archiving and deletion
Partner with IT and Compliance teams on data governance, classification, data ownership, retention, and deletion
Lead day-to-day operation of Microsoft Purview, including alert response, configuration tuning, and policy strengthening
Assist with eDiscovery and data security investigations
Maintain current and accurate data security and governance procedures and documentation
Assist with employee training on data security, governance, and secure AI system usage
Identify, classify, and inventory sensitive information across systems, repositories, and collaboration platforms
Maintain metrics and reports related to data classification, DLP incidents, risk activity, and program effectiveness
Support internal and external audits, reporting, and testing related to data security
Advise Information Security management, Project Management, and stakeholders on secure uses of AI technologies
Maintain controls on approved AI systems and detect, alert on, and block unapproved AI systems
Monitor emerging AI-related security, privacy, and regulatory risks and recommend controls, policies, and governance practices
Assist the Information Security team with cybersecurity incident handling related to data security
Strengthen data security controls based on lessons learned from incidents
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

3 to 5 years of relevant experience in Data Security, Data Governance, Information Governance, Data Lifecycle Management, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), or related disciplines
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Information Security, Risk Management, or Data Science, or a combination of relevant certifications/specialized training and job-specific experience
Experience in the financial industry, preferably credit unions or banks
Experience with Microsoft Purview, Microsoft 365 security technologies, or comparable data protection, governance, and compliance platforms is highly desirable
Strong knowledge of data security, data governance, privacy, and information lifecycle management principles
Ability to analyze security events, identify trends, and recommend practical risk mitigation strategies
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders
Demonstrated project management and organizational skills, with ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality with sensitive business and member information
Ability to adapt to evolving technologies, regulatory requirements, and cybersecurity threats
Availability to participate in security investigations and incident response activities as needed
Ability to build effective relationships across technology, compliance, legal, and business functions
Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and influence decision-making without direct authority
Ability to travel occasionally between credit union locations
Ability to work in a hybrid model with a minimum of 5 days per month in-office at the Syracuse, NY headquarters

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work model requiring a minimum of 5 days per month in-office
Occasional travel to credit union locations for meetings, training, technology initiatives, or security-related projects
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position