A seasoned Data Security and Data Privacy Expert with years of specialized experience in safeguarding sensitive information, ensuring compliance with global data protection regulations, and implementing robust data governance frameworks. Expertise in end-to-end data security solutions encompassing Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB), data encryption, and privacy tools. Proven ability to lead large-scale data security initiatives for FTSE 100/Fortune 500 companies, ensuring alignment with regulations such as GDPR, PCI-DSS, SOX, HIPPA, GLBA, PDPL, ISO/IEC 27001:2013, and DORA. Demonstrated capability in architecting innovative data protection solutions, enhancing data security postures, and mitigating risks associated with data breaches and privacy violations.
• Extensive experience in designing and implementing comprehensive data security and privacy strategies across complex enterprise environments.
• Adept in the deployment and management of advanced data protection tools like Microsoft Purview, BigID, Symantec DLP, OneTrust, Adaptive Shield, and Palo Alto Cortex XDR.
• Skilled in the orchestration of data discovery, classification, and encryption projects, ensuring data is appropriately labelled, encrypted, and protected throughout its lifecycle.
• In-depth knowledge of privacy regulations and their application to data security strategies, including data anonymization, pseudonymization, and consent management.
• Experienced in leading incident response teams to triage, remediate, and escalate data breaches, ensuring minimal impact and swift recovery.More...