Data security engineer

World Wide Technology Holding Co, LLC (WWT) is a privately held global technology integrator and supply chain solutions provider. Through our culture of innovation, we inspire, build and deliver business results, from idea to outcome.Based in St. Louis, WWT works closely with industry leaders such as Cisco, VMware, Net App, Dell EMC, HPE and several others, but also include emerging tech players. WWT employs more than 10,000 people and operates in more than 2 million square feet of state-of-the-art warehousing, distribution and integration space strategically located throughout the world. WWT ranks Glassdoors’ Best Places to Work and has been on Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For list 13 years in a rowWorld Wide Technology Holding Co, LLC. (WWT) has an opportunity available for a Data Security Engineer (Big ID)Job Title: Data Security Engineer (Big ID)Location: India, remoteDuration: 6 - 12+ monthsRemote Opportunity Industry: Banking & Financial Services Experience Level: Mid-Level (3–5 Years)Job SummaryA leading global financial institution is seeking a Resident Data Security Engineer with 3–5 years of experience working with Big ID – a Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) platform – to strengthen our data protection and privacy program. The role involves defining, implementing, and operationalizing data protection policies using Big ID and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The engineer will work on-site (with remote flexibility within India) and collaborate with cross-functional teams to discover and secure sensitive data across the enterprise, aligning with frameworks like GDPR, CCPA, and PCI-DSS for a robust data security postureKey ResponsibilitiesAct as the on-site technical expert and primary contact for Big ID implementation at Customer siteBig ID Platform Management: Install, configure, and maintain the Big ID platform in an enterprise environment, ensuring it operates optimally for data discovery and classification across structured and unstructured data.Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and apply updates or patches to keep the Big ID deployment secure and efficientPolicy Definition & Enforcement: Define, implement, and operationalize data protection policies using Big ID, customizing the tool’s workflows and rules to meet organizational and regulatory requirements.This includes setting up sensitive data identification rules, configuring classification tags, and enforcing data handling policies in line with GDPR, CCPA, PCI-DSS, and other compliance standardsData Discovery & Classification: Leverage Big ID’s capabilities to automatically discover and classify sensitive data (customer information, financial records, PII, etc.) across on-premise and cloud environments.Ensure that discovered data is properly labelled and protected according to its sensitivity, and remediate any identified data security issues or misconfigurations.Support continuous improvement of Big ID policy workflows, risk models, and reporting dashboardsCollaboration & Advisory: Work closely with data governance, IT security, compliance, and legal teams to align Big ID’s configuration with business needs and regulatory obligations.Provide guidance to stakeholders on using Big ID for privacy compliance (e.g., to support data subject access requests or consent management), and collaborate on integrating Big ID findings into broader security strategies.Troubleshoot technical issues and provide day-to-day engineering support for Big ID platform operationsWork with Big ID’s technical support and product team to escalate and resolve product-level challengesQualifications3–5 years of experience in information security or data protection engineering, with hands-on expertise in Big ID.Proven track record implementing data discovery, DLP, or privacy solutions in a production environment is essential. Proven experience working with Big IDBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).Ongoing education or certifications in security and privacy are a plus (see Preferred Skills).Familiarity with data protection regulations and standards: GDPR, CCPA, PCI-DSS, MAS TRM, etc.Hands-on experience with policy development, classification models, and data discovery workflowsStrong analytical skills and the ability to interpret large sets of structured/unstructured dataExperience with REST APIs, SQL, or scripting (Python preferred) is a plusStrong communication and stakeholder management skills in enterprise environmentsPreferred SkillsExperience working in or supporting a financial institution or global bankUnderstanding of cloud data sources (AWS, Azure, GCP) and integration with Big IDPrior exposure to data loss prevention (DLP), CASB, or SIEM platformsKnowledge of metadata tagging, identity-based access control, and RBAC modelsProfessional certifications in security or privacy are advantageous.Relevant certs include CISSP, CISM, or CISA for security management, as well as privacy credentials like CIPT/CIPP for privacy technologists.Big ID-specific training or certificationWork EnvironmentThis is an on-site role based in India, with flexibility for remote work depending on business needsWill interface with both regional and global security and privacy teamsOccasional travel or extended hours may be required based on critical project timelines