Data Protection Analyst

This onsite position is available to be filled at any Huntington Corporate office location (see location options on posting). The Data Protection Analyst supports day‑to‑day Data Protection operations by providing front‑line operational and analytical support. This role focuses on protecting sensitive data and ensuring compliance with organizational security policies through the use of data protection technologies and established procedures. The analyst will support one or more security domains, including Data Loss Prevention (DLP), DLP Investigations, and Metrics and Reporting.

• Monitor data activity using data protection and DLP technologies to ensure secure, compliant, and effective operations.
• Investigate and respond to data protection events and alerts in accordance with documented standard operating procedures.
• Support the daily operations and maintenance of security and data protection technologies under direct supervisory guidance.
• Generate, analyze, and publish recurring and ad‑hoc data protection metrics and operational reports.
• Perform health checks and validation to ensure supported security technologies are functioning as expected.

• Bachelor's Degree or 4+ additional years of equivalent experience (or military service training).
• 1+ years of related experience including IT (Cybersecurity, networking, etc.).

• Strong foundational analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Networking fundamentals, including OSI model, TCP/IP, network devices, connectivity concepts, and secure communications (SSH, SSL/TLS).
• Proficiency with SMTP, HTTP/HTTPS protocols.
• Data privacy fundamentals, including familiarity with data privacy laws and regulations and understanding of personal information (PI) protection.
• Basic knowledge of privacy incident reporting and impact analysis.
• Cybersecurity fundamentals, including familiarity with vulnerability and risk management, network security and secure data transmission.
• Experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Identity and Access Management (IAM).
• Basic programming or scripting skills (ability to read, interpret, and write simple scripts).
• Academic background in Computer Science, MIS, Information Technology, Networking, or other STEM disciplines.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA Network+, A+, Server+, or equivalent (ITIL Fundamentals preferred).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentations.
• Ability to effectively multitask and operate in a fast‑paced, operational environment.
• Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Exempt Status:
Yes (not eligible for overtime pay).

Workplace Type:
Office. Certain positions outside the branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement, combining in‑office and work‑from‑home options.

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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