Hiring: Cybersecurity Analyst Company: Kearney & Company Location: Alexandria, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:36:41 Target Skills & Keywords : Azure, Security Clearance About the job Experience: •2 years experience managing and supporting Microsoft 365 security features, especially Microsoft Purview Information Protection and DLP. •Minimum 2 years experience managing and supporting Microsoft 365 security features, especially Microsoft Purview Information Protection and DLP. Required Skills: •Develop, maintain, and optimize information protection and DLP policies using Microsoft Purview, including sensitivity labels, data classification, and endpoint DLP. •Monitor and analyze security alerts related to information leakage, unauthorized data access, and policy violations across Microsoft 365, Azure, and connected services. •Conduct risk assessments to identify gaps in data protection controls and recommend corrective actions. •Partner with IT, compliance, and business stakeholders to operationalize data protection policies and ensure alignment with regulatory and internal requirements. •Manage and tune DLP rules to minimize false positives while improving detection accuracy. •Support investigations into data security incidents, ensuring thorough analysis, documentation, and remediation. •Oversee lifecycle management of sensitive data, including retention, governance, and secure disposal. •Create and deliver training materials to raise security awareness related to data handling and protection. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or equivalent professional experience from a relevant field. •In-depth knowledge of data classification frameworks, regulatory requirements, and information governance concepts. •Operational familiarity with Azure Active Directory, Conditional Access, and identity‑driven security models. •Demonstrated capacity to interpret security alerts and logs, conduct incident analysis, and document findings. •Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical controls into business‑friendly concepts. •Demonstrated capacity to obtain and maintain an U.S. security clearance (requires U.S. citizenship) •Certifications such as SC‑400, SC‑200, or related cybersecurity credentials are a plus. •Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance •401(k) Retirement Plan and 529 Education Savings Plan •Flexible Spending & Health Savings Account Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!