Specialist, Data Security, Cyber Defense & Response

Prudential Financial

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Work type
On-site
Location
Newark, NJ
Salary
$96,200–$158,800 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
105 days ago
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Below market

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Prudential Financial is a global financial services leader and premier active global investment manager.

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TL;DR · Specialist, Data Security, Cyber Defense & Response

JOB TITLE: Specialist, Data Security - Cyber Defense & Response The Specialist, Data Security - Cyber Defense & Response joins the Cyber Defense and Response team to strengthen the enterprise data security program. Reporting to the Data Security Lead, this role involves collaborating with platform owners and product teams to implement and quality assure data security controls. Daily responsibilities include performing quality control assessments across cloud and on-premises platforms, validating technical controls, identifying gaps, and tracking remediation. The specialist maintains audit documentation, monitors platform changes, and prepares metrics for leadership. Required skills include a degree in a technical field, knowledge of cybersecurity principles, and experience with risk management or regulatory compliance. Preferred technical expertise includes Data Loss Prevention, SIEM, CASB, and DSPM technologies, alongside certifications like GSEC, CISSP, or AWS Security.

What you'll do

  • Support quality control assessments of data security controls across cloud and on-premises platforms.
  • Validate the effectiveness of technical controls protecting sensitive data.
  • 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.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance data security processes and operational efficiency.

What we're looking for

  • 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 DLP, SIEM, CASB, and DSPM (preferred).
  • Experience supporting audits, documentation, or security assessments (preferred).
  • GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) certification (preferred).
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) (preferred).
  • Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals (preferred).
  • AWS Certified Security – Specialty (preferred).

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