Data Security Lead

Wrist Service Center is looking for a Data Security Lead who will be responsible for defining, owning, and driving the organization’s Data Security domain, combining direction-setting, design, and hands-on implementation.

In this role, you will provide strategic direction, architectural design, and practical implementation across information and data protection, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Insider Risk Management, data investigations, and security-focused data governance capabilities. You will focus on protecting organizational data assets and ensuring the secure handling of internal and external data flows.

You will work primarily within the Microsoft ecosystem (including Purview and Fabric), though deep technical specialization is not required. Instead, you are expected to demonstrate strong ownership, design pragmatic and scalable security controls, and work independently while collaborating closely with key stakeholders across the organization.

You should have more than a fundamental understanding of the AI domain and how to govern it, including awareness of responsible AI use, data classification, data protection considerations, and emerging risks associated with AI-enabled environments.

What you'll be doing:

• Data Security Governance
  • Define and maintain data security standards, policies, and lifecycle rules.
  • Establish and maintain a structured data classification framework across the organization.
• Data Labelling
  • Define and implement enterprise-wide data labelling in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
  • Ensure proper adoption and alignment of classification and labelling standards.
• Data Loss Prevention Policies
  • Design, implement, and continuously optimize DLP policies and controls.
  • Monitor data movement and ensure secure handling of sensitive information across internal and external channels.
• Insider Risk Investigations
  • Establish and calibrate monitoring and detection rules.
  • Handle insider risk alerts, investigations, and incident response.
  • Advise Legal, HR, and relevant stakeholders on insider risk matters and investigations
• Data Security Architecture
  • Guide secure storage, access controls, and data flow design across systems and platforms.
  • Review new solutions and projects to ensure appropriate data security controls are embedded from the start.
• Technical specialist on Purview & Defender
  • Act as the technical specialist and go-to person for Microsoft Purview and Defender configurations.
  • Drive continuous improvement of configurations, policies, and monitoring capabilities within the Microsoft ecosystem.

What we're looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or any related field.
• Minimum of 5 years working within an enterprise sized company on one of the following fields:
  • Information Security / IT Risk Management / Data Security / Similar related field.
• Certifications (preferred, not mandatory): 
  • SC 100, SC 400, SC 200, SC 300, AZ 305, CISSP, CISSP ISSAP, CISM,  IAPP AIGP,  Microsoft Responsible AI (Applied Skills), GIAC GSE, GIAC GOSI.

You are someone who:

• Works effectively in a cross-functional, global environment.
• Is strong at stakeholder alignment and collaboration.
• Communicates clearly and confidently in English.
• Has strong presentation skills and can frame risk in a way the business understands.
• Takes ownership and drives initiatives within your domain.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and strong prioritization skills.
• Remains resilient and calm under pressure.
• Operates with a strong ethical and responsible mindset.

Location: Times Plaza Building, U.N. Avenue corner Taft Avenue, Manila

Work Set-up: Hybrid

At Wrist, we are committed to cultivating a culture of belonging where every individual feels seen, valued, and respected.

As a global company, we aim to reflect the communities we are part of, believing that our strength comes from diverse perspectives, experiences, and the unique contributions each person offers.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, and we are dedicated to maintaining a recruitment process that is inclusive, fair, and respectful.

By fostering a supportive workplace culture rooted in belonging, we lay the foundation for meaningful collaboration and shared success.