Position Title: ** **

Data Loss Prevention Analyst *

Pay Rate :

**$75,000-$89,000 per year ** *
Multiple factors, including Individual experience, skills and abilities will determine where an employee is ultimately placed in the pay range. *

**Location: **

International Paper

6400 Poplar Ave

Memphis, TN 38197

The Job You Will Perform:

Manage day-to-day Data Loss Prevention operations across Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, Zscaler, and related monitoring platforms.
Triage and investigate DLP alerts, review user and data activity, document findings, coordinate remediation, and escalate suspected data-loss incidents to Incident Response, Legal, Human Resources, or other stakeholders as appropriate.
Configure, test, deploy, maintain, and tune DLP policies, sensitivity labels, sensitive information types, endpoint controls, exception groups, and automated protection rules to improve accuracy and reduce false positives.
Partner with Data Champions, data owners, Information Security, Legal, Privacy, IT support teams, and business stakeholders to translate data-protection requirements into practical technical controls and approved exception processes.
Monitor DLP trends and control effectiveness; compile recurring metrics on alert volume, removable-media activity, label changes, sensitive-data discovery, high-activity policies, and user behavior; and communicate findings and recommendations to program leadership.
Maintain operating procedures, policy documentation, knowledge articles, incident records, control evidence, and audit support materials in accordance with Information Security and compliance requirements.
Support user education, targeted outreach, testing, change management, and continuous improvement initiatives that promote accurate data classification and secure handling of sensitive information.

The Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge You Will Bring:

The qualifications, skills, and knowledge listed below are preferred and will help a candidate succeed in the role, but they are not required for consideration. *

Demonstrated curiosity and a desire to continuously learn emerging technologies, security capabilities, and data-protection practices.
Ability to quickly build proficiency with new tools and platforms through self-directed learning, formal training, hands-on experimentation, documentation, and feedback from teammates.
Strong interest in beginning or growing a career in cybersecurity, data protection, compliance, or information technology, supported by a willingness to take ownership of professional development.
Ability to apply critical thinking, ask thoughtful questions, follow documented processes, and seek guidance when an issue falls outside established procedures.
Receptiveness to coaching and constructive feedback, with a demonstrated commitment to improving knowledge, performance, and work quality over time.
Dependability, initiative, and follow-through in completing assigned work accurately, meeting commitments, and communicating promptly when priorities or challenges change.
Ability to work collaboratively, listen to different perspectives, share information clearly, and contribute positively within cross-functional teams.
Foundational technical aptitude demonstrated through coursework, certifications, internships, volunteer work, labs, personal projects, or other self-directed learning.
Two to four years of applicable work experience is preferred; prior experience in cybersecurity is preferred.
Commitment to protecting confidential information, following security and privacy requirements, and using sound judgment when handling sensitive matters.
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Risk Management, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
Knowledge of DLP controls across Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, endpoints, removable media, web uploads, cloud applications, and on-premises file repositories is preferred.
Familiarity with Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps, Zscaler, Microsoft Defender XDR, SIEM platforms, ServiceNow, and Microsoft Purview Information Protection Scanner technologies is preferred.
Understanding of data classification, secure data handling, privacy and regulatory requirements, incident response, and the protection of personal, financial, customer, and confidential business information.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a controlled and documented manner.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical findings and data-protection requirements to business users, Data Champions, technical teams, Legal, Human Resources, and leadership.
Demonstrated discretion, integrity, sound judgment, customer focus, and collaboration when handling sensitive information and coordinating investigations or remediation activities.
Ability to develop and maintain standard operating procedures, knowledge articles, investigation records, control evidence, change documentation, and audit-support materials.
Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals; Microsoft Information Protection and Compliance Administrator; Security+; or a comparable security, privacy, or compliance certification is preferred.

The Benefits You Will Enjoy:

International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets

The Career You Will Build:**

**Leadership training, promotional opportunities

The Impact You Will Make:**

**We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.

The Culture You Will Experience:**

International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. We have team members all around the world with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. These are our strengths. We are committed to creating a culture where all individuals are respected, valued, engaged and have an opportunity to do their best work every day. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly inclusive and diverse culture.

The Company You Will Join:

International Paper (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

International Paper is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. International Paper complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact reasonable.accommodations@ipaper.com or (877) 973-3919.

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