IT Security Cloud Data Protection Engineer Detail page

Posted about 7 days ago
Apply by October 08, 2026

Hybrid-Remote Des Moines Metro Area
Hybrid-Remote Omaha Metro Area
Hybrid-Remote Waterloo & Cedar Falls, IA
Full-Time

The IT Security Cloud Data Protection Engineer is focused on securing Microsoft 365 and Azure environments, with a strong emphasis in using Microsoft Purview Information Protection (MPIP) to enforce and align the security posture with data governance and compliance standards.

• Serve as the subject matter expert for Microsoft Purview Information Protection (MPIP) suite of tools.
• Design, implement, and maintain MPIP for M365, Azure, and on-premise.
• Develop, document, and enforce MPIP security policies, standards, and best practices for cloud-based resources across the Microsoft tenant (Exchange, SharePoint, One Drive, Teams, Azure).
• Deploy and configure data classification in Microsoft 365 and Azure to ensure alignment with Veridian's Data Governance solution Lightbeam.ai.
• Design and deploy MPIP data loss prevention (DLP) that aligns with Veridian's current standards and on-premise solutions.
• Work collaboratively with the IT Security Analyst and Specialists to monitor, investigate, and respond to policy violations and security alerts related to data handling using Microsoft Purview dashboards and alerts.
• Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and security requirements affecting Veridian's cloud environment.
• Work with cross departmental teams to support business initiatives leveraging M365 and Azure, ensuring security requirements are established and adhered to.
• Evaluate and recommend new security solutions based on emerging threats.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand data governance needs and ensure proper information lifecycle management.
• Provide guidance and training to stakeholders on cloud security best practices and data governance requirements.
• Stay up to date with evolving Microsoft security features, compliance regulations, and industry trends.
• On call availability required for system support as needed (including nights and weekends).
• Monitor and provide solutions to IT Security support tickets.

• Oral and written communication skills.
• Member service focus.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Positive attitude that supports a team environment.
• Dependable and punctual; flexible during peak times.
• High level of confidentiality.
• Organizational skills.
• Self-motivated; ability to work without close supervision.
• Problem solving; analysis.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Occasionally lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.
• Remain sedentary (seated) for extended periods of time.

This job operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment.

Limited travel expected.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience of 8+ years.
• 2+ years of experience developing and designing cloud security with a focus on M365 and Azure.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks (NIST, CSF 2.0, CIS, ISO ).
• Familiarity working with financial regulatory and compliance requirements including NCUA