ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you'll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. What you'll do: Information Protection Specialist in Enterprise will establish, manage, and scale our enterprise-wide data security and governance framework .
This role uniquely combines strategic leadership — shaping governance policies, frameworks, and organizational adoption — with technical oversight of governance and data security tools such as data discovery, DSPM (Data Security Posture Management), data loss prevention, data classification, and encryption frameworks .
The role will ensure data is trusted, secure, compliant, and usable across the organization to drive decision-making, innovation, and regulatory alignment.
Strategic Leadership (Data Security & Governance) focus
Define and lead the enterprise data protection and governance strategy in alignment with business objectives and regulatory mandates.
Establish a comprehensive framework, including policies, standards, and controls for data security, ownership, stewardship, and lifecycle management.
Collaborate with executives and stakeholders to embed a culture of data protection and governance
Ensure compliance with regulatory and privacy frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, PCI DSS, SOX).
Define and track key KPIs that measure data security and governance maturity, risk posture, and policy adoption.
Lead training & awareness efforts to elevate awareness across technical and non-technical communities.
Data Governance : Implement and oversee data governance capabilities governing discovery, classification, and monitor sensitive data across cloud, SaaS, and hybrid environments.
Data Classification & Cataloging: Define standards for sensitive data labeling and enforce consistent classification through data catalogs ,



data lineage and automated workflows.
Data Protection: Design, implement and ensure robust data protection ensuring sensitive data is protected from exfiltration
Integration with Security Stack: Partner with InfoSec to integrate governance tools with DLP, SIEM, IAM, API security, and cloud-native security controls.
Zscaler DLP, Microsoft Purview, BigID).
Provide technical oversight in risk assessments, incident response, and data breach remediation activities related to sensitive or regulated data.
Manage and mentor a team of data security professionals, including data security analysts & specialists.
Provide clear direction, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities to build a high-performing team.
Allocate resources and prioritize tasks to ensure timely delivery of governance initiatives and technical implementations.
Bachelor's or Master's in Data Management, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Cybersecurity.

- 6+ years in data security or data lifecycle management, with at least 3 in a lead role managing teams.
- Demonstrated experience implementing data classification, data loss prevention, DSPM in enterprise or regulated environments.
- Hands-on familiarity with Data classification and data loss prevention tools (Purview, Zscaler DLP, BigID, Colibra, Informatica, Alation, Atlan etc)
- Deep understanding of data security concepts: least-privilege access, zero trust, sensitive data workflows, breach impact mitigation, data loss prevention, data discovery and classification
- Experience designing and implementing enterprise wide data loss prevention capability with exposure to DSPM and Insider Risk Mitigation
- Zscaler Data Security (EDU 220), Security+, CISM,



CISSP or other relevant governance/security credentials.
- Fluency in English
- Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities

We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and wellbeing, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skillsbuilding programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you'll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in India, visit ZS India office locations | Where we work | ZS.
Hybrid working model:
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. Travel:
Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.
At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.
ZS is an equal prospect employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.
An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.

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