Sr. Director Zero Trust & Data Security

Description

ADP is hiring a Sr. Director Zero Trust & Data Security

The Senior Director of Zero Trust & Data Security is responsible for defining and leading the enterprise strategy, governance, and execution of the organization's Zero Trust architecture and data protection programs. This leader will oversee the strategic integration of Zero Trust principles across network, identity, and data security domains while ensuring alignment with enterprise risk management, regulatory requirements, and business objectives.

Direct the teams and services across three distinct security domains:

* Enterprise Data Security & Data Loss Prevention

* SASE Security Engineering & Operations

* Zero Trust Governance & Strategy

The Senior Director will partner closely with security architecture, engineering, infrastructure, identity, cloud, and business leadership teams to establish scalable security controls and operating models that protect enterprise data, applications, and users while enabling modern digital operations.

Key Responsibilities

Enterprise Data Security

Lead the data security strategy to ensure enterprise information is protected across its lifecycle.

* Data classification and labeling strategy

* Data protection across endpoints, cloud, SaaS, collaboration platforms, and email

* Enterprise Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategy and program governance

* Protection of sensitive data in collaboration platforms and cloud repositories

* Encryption, tokenization, and data protection technologies

* Support insider risk monitoring and controls

SASE Security - Web & SaaS Protection

Lead the team responsible for protecting enterprise users and cloud services through secure access controls and modern internet security architecture.

* Strategy and governance for enterprise SASE / SSE security platforms

* Secure web gateway, CASB, and cloud access protection

* SaaS application protection and monitoring

* Secure remote access and internet traffic inspection

* Browser isolation and modern web threat prevention

* Integration with identity and device trust signals

Enterprise Zero Trust Strategy & Governance

* Define and execute the enterprise Zero Trust strategy and roadmap aligned with business transformation initiatives, cloud adoption, and digital workforce enablement.

* Drive adoption of modern security architectures including SASE, secure service edge (SSE), and data-centric security models.

* Develop strategic roadmaps that align with industry frameworks such as National Institute of Standards and Technology Zero Trust Architecture (SP 800-207) and Cloud Security Alliance Zero Trust guidance.

* Develop maturity models and metrics to measure adoption

* Lead enterprise Zero Trust architecture reviews

* Coordinate cross-functional security initiatives across engineering, infrastructure, and application teams

Qualifications

Required

* 12+ years of experience in cybersecurity leadership roles

* 5+ years leading enterprise security programs or large security engineering teams

* Deep expertise in Zero Trust architecture, data security, and cloud security

* Experience implementing SASE / SSE platforms and web security architectures

* Strong understanding of enterprise data protection technologies (DLP, classification, encryption)

* Experience governing security programs in large global enterprises

* Strong executive communication skills and ability to present to senior leadership and boards

* Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CCSP

You'll love working here because:

* Be yourself in a culture that values equity, inclusion, and belonging and creates a safe space for diverse perspectives and insights.

* Belong by joining one of nine Business Resource Groups to connect globally with networks and allies who share common interests and experiences.

* Grow your career in an agile, fast-paced environment with plenty of opportunities to progress.

* Continuously learn through ongoing training, development, and mentorship opportunities.

* Be your healthiest. Best-in-class benefits start on Day 1 because healthy associates are happy ones.

* Focus on your mental health and well-being. We're here to provide exceptional service to our clients, and none of that…