Senior Information Protection Engineer

McKesson
Richmond, VA
McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you.

Job Description :

As an Information Protection and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Engineer, you will be responsible for implementing and managing data governance and data loss prevention strategies using multiple DLP solutions. You will work closely with various departments to ensure that data is securely handled, classified, and protected according to industry standards and company policies.

Key Responsibilities :
  • Implement and manage DLP solutions to enhance data governance, data cataloging, and data classification.
  • Develop, deploy, and manage Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies across the organization to safeguard sensitive information.
  • Monitor and analyze data activities to detect and respond to potential data breaches or policy violations.
  • Work collaboratively with IT, Legal, Compliance, and other departments to ensure information protection policies are aligned with regulatory requirements and business needs.
  • Conduct regular audits and assessments of data security practices and recommend improvements.
  • Provide training and support to staff on information protection policies and procedures.
  • Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in data governance and data loss prevention.
  • Prepare reports and documentation related to data governance and DLP activities.

Minimum Qualifications :
  • Degree or equivalent and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience.

Critical Experience/Skills :
  • Experience in data governance, data security, or data loss prevention.
  • In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Purview, Proofpoint, and Symantec DLP solutions.
  • Strong understanding of data protection regulations and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).
  • Experience with data classification, data cataloging, and metadata management.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Experience/Skills :
  • Relevant certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP), or Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • Experience with other information protection tools and technologies.
  • Familiarity with cloud security and information protection in cloud environments.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$116,300 - $193,800

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age or genetic information. For additional information on McKesson’s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

Join us at McKesson!
Posted 2025-08-18

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