Specialist, Data Security - Cyber Defense & Response

Job Classification:
Technology
- Information Security

Are you passionate about protecting sensitive data and strengthening enterprise security? Our Cyber Defense and Response team is committed to building a strong data security program through collaboration, continuous improvement, and proactive risk management. As a Data Security Specialist, you will support the Data Security Lead in executing quality control activities, monitoring security controls, and helping improve the organization's overall data security posture while growing your technical expertise.

As a Data Security Specialist, you will report to the Data Security Lead and work closely with platform owners, product teams, and business stakeholders to support the implementation and quality assurance of data security controls. You will assist with control assessments, documentation, reporting, and remediation tracking while developing expertise in enterprise data security technologies and governance practices.

• Support quality control assessments of data security controls across cloud and on-premises platforms.
• Assist in validating the effectiveness of technical controls protecting sensitive data.
• Help identify control gaps and track remediation activities.
• Review security control configurations for alignment with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain quality control documentation, procedures, and evidence for audits.
• Monitor changes to data security platforms and assist with ongoing control validation.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and metrics for leadership and stakeholders.
• Stay current on emerging data security technologies, threats, and industry trends.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data security processes and operational efficiency.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity and data security principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new technologies and business priorities.
• Familiarity with cloud and on-premises security technologies.
• Understanding of security controls, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Exposure to technologies such as Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB), and Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) is preferred.
• Experience supporting audits, documentation, or security assessments is a plus.

• GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (or pursuing)
• Microsoft Certified:
  Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
• AWS Certified Security
  - Specialty

• Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations.
• The salary range for this role is from $96,200.00 to $.
• Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills.
• Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%).
• Company-funded pension plan.
• Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs.
• Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and…