Associate, Cyber Operations (AI-DLP)
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Job overview
KPMG is hiring an Associate, Cyber Operations (AI-DLP). KPMG is seeking an Associate, Cyber Operations to join its Enterprise Security Services organization. This role involves monitoring DLP technologies, incorporating AI security guardrails, and driving end-to-end DLP incident response. The associate will detect and analyze emerging AI-driven threats, perform threat hunting, and document operational processes. KPMG is known for its growth, inclusive culture, and commitment to individual development.
Key focus areas include Monitor DLP technologies and incorporate AI security guardrails across endpoints, cloud platforms, and collaboration tools, Drive end-to-end DLP incident response, including triage, containment, root cause analysis, and remediation of incidents, and Detect and analyze emerging AI-driven threats by correlating DLP alerts, user behavior analytics, and insider risk indicators.
Successful candidates bring One Year Security Monitoring Experience, High School Diploma Or GED Required, and Authorized To Work In US Without Sponsorship. Important skills include DLP Technologies, AI Security Guardrails, DLP Incident Response, Triage, Containment, and Root Cause Analysis.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Experience Required
1 - 20 years
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor's Degree
Compensation
$7.25 / hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Work Schedule and Shift Requirements
First (Day)
Job Description
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
KPMG is currently seeking an Associate, Cyber Operations to join our Enterprise Security Services organization.
Responsibilities:
Monitor DLP technologies and incorporate AI security guardrails across endpoints, cloud platforms, and collaboration tools to safeguard sensitive firm and client data
Drive end-to-end DLP incident response, including triage, containment, root cause analysis, and remediation of incidents involving sensitive data entered, generated by, or transferred through AI-related tools
Detect and analyze emerging AI-driven threats by correlating DLP alerts, user behavior analytics, access activity, prompt interactions, data movement patterns, and insider risk indicators
Perform threat hunting, incident mitigation, and assessments to identify system weaknesses, vulnerabilities, and policy non-compliance
Conduct proactive threat hunting and risk assessments focused on AI platforms, vibe coding environments, agentic workflows, and other emerging technologies to identify data exposure pathways and control gaps
Document operational processes in playbooks and reference guides, while designing automated agentic workflows to streamline security operations
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
Qualifications:
Minimum one year of recent experience with security monitoring, operations, or incident response within a professional services environment
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred; minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required
Ability to quickly learn security products, tools, and processes to assist in advancing the firm's security posture
Must be interested in pursuing professional certifications or vendor specific products, and developing agentic workflows, as required for the role
Ability to communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders and create documentation such as incident reports, playbooks, procedures, and knowledge articles.
Familiarity with AI technologies, including GenAI, LLMs, AI coding assistants, copilots, and agentic workflows, with an interest in understanding associated security and data protection risks
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
KPMG LLP and its subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.
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California Salary Range: $72200 - $122800
KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to r ace, color, r eligion, age, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.
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KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to r ace, color, r eligion, age, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link “https://assets.kpmg.com/content/dam/kpmg/us/pdf/2018/09/eeo.pdf? ”contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
Job Type
Full time
Benefits Offered
Not specified
Veteran Preference
No
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
135617-A
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