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Data Loss Prevention Cyber Analyst

BAE Systems

Falls Church, VA · HybridFull-time$97–165K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$97–165K/yr
Location
Falls Church, VAHybrid
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

BAE Systems seeks a Data Loss Prevention Cyber Analyst to lead incident management, threat modeling, and strategic analysis of data exfiltration risks, leveraging Microsoft Purview and advanced analytics to provide actionable insights and support cross‑functional security investigations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Microsoft PurviewArcsightSplunkNetwitnessCrowdstrikeArcherData Loss PreventionInvestigative ProceduresComplex Document AnalysisExcellent CommunicationProactiveAttention to Detail

Qualifications

Four Years Cyber or Intelligence Analysis ExperienceBachelor of ScienceData Loss Prevention, Insider Threat, or Military Counter‑Intelligence Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Description

BAE Systems is seeking a Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Cyber Analyst to drive the detection, escalation, and prevention of unauthorized data exfiltration. This role is critical to the integrity of BAE Systems cybersecurity posture, focusing on high-fidelity anomaly detection, threat modeling, and the strategic mitigation of data risks. The Analyst will leverage advanced analytical techniques to categorize threats and provide actionable statistical insights that inform overall cybersecurity strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

Incident Management: Lead the analysis and remediation of DLP incidents, ensuring rapid escalation and resolution of potential data breaches.

Threat Modeling: Identify, develop, and refine threat models to proactively detect emerging patterns of data loss.

Technical Operations: Utilize Microsoft Purview to manage DLP policies, monitor data movement, and execute operational DLP workflows.

Strategic Analysis: Provide statistical insights and comprehensive reporting (standardized and ad-hoc) to leadership to support data-driven security decisions.

Cross-Functional Support : Collaborate with the Investigations & Forensics team, Security, HR, and Legal to provide deep-dive analytical support during complex security inquiries.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Four years experience in cyber or intelligence analysis

  • Experience with Purview is required

  • Familiarity with Arcsight, Splunk, Netwitness, Crowdstrike, and Archer

  • Familiarity with data loss prevention and triage methodology

  • Familiarity with investigative procedures and case writing

  • Experience reading, analyzing, and interpreting complex documents

  • Ability to manage and apply structure to undefined scopes

  • Excellent communication skills, including demonstrated proficiency in clearly communicating technical concepts to non-technical audiences in business terms

  • Must be proactive and have the ability to work independently/efficiently and to thrive in a fast paced environment, as well as the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional and remote teams

  • Must be able to operate under tight deadlines

  • Must be able to learn quickly and apply new tools and techniques

  • Attention to detail and accuracy

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Data Loss Prevention, Insider Threat operations, or military counter-intelligence experience preferred

  • Bachelor of Science preferred

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Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

Data Loss Prevention Cyber Analyst

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