Principal Data Protection Engineer

Principal Engineer, Data Protection

Caesars Entertainment is seeking a visionary and highly motivated Principal Engineer to implement and mature our Cybersecurity Data Protection program. This critical role is responsible for executing a comprehensive strategy to identify, classify, and protect data at rest and in motion.

The Principal Engineer will be an expert in data protection and data loss prevention (DLP) strategy and techniques, with a focus on protecting data within the Microsoft M365 ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Data Protection Platform Management: Configure, optimize, and administer data protection and DLP platforms. Ensure integration with SIEM and other security tools.
• Microsoft 365 Security Posture and Controls: Optimize M365 configurations and controls to identify or prevent inappropriate data disclosure or transfer within the Microsoft ecosystem.
• Data Discovery and Classification: Implement processes for scanning to identify and classify data at rest across network shares, SharePoint, Confluence, and other knowledge stores.
• Data Incidents and Response: Partner with the security operations team to refine correlation rules, alerts, and response processes for data-related events/incidents.
• Data Protection Control Design: Provide subject matter expertise to design, implement, and optimize data protection controls.
• Endpoint Data Controls: Implement and optimize endpoint controls to manage risks related to printing, USB device transfer, or other usage.
• Network Data Controls: Partner with the network security team to manage data risk associated with web browsing, SaaS consumption, and data crossing organizational boundaries.
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve cyber data protection processes, identifying automation and efficiency opportunities. Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and standards.
• Reporting & Metrics: Develop KPIs and metrics to track data protection program effectiveness. Report to senior management on trends, remediation progress, and security posture.
• Compliance & Audits: Ensure compliance with security regulations (PCI DSS, HIPAA, NIST). Support audits related to data protection and DLP.
• Collaboration & Communication: Communicate vulnerability information and remediation recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences. Collaborate with security teams, IT operations, and business units.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in enterprise technology with increasing responsibilities.
• 5+ years of experience implementing and managing data protection, DLP, and related technologies.
• Experience developing and running data protection and DLP functions in an enterprise environment.
• Deep understanding of encryption, tokenization, masking, and similar data protection techniques.
• Expert-level knowledge of DLP and data protection platforms throughout the product lifecycle.
• Extensive understanding of Microsoft 365 and mitigating data risks within the ecosystem.
• Ability to work effectively toward detailed goals in a complex environment with fluid priorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

About Us

At Caesars Entertainment, Inc., our Team Members create the extraordinary. We are the largest casino-entertainment company in the U.S. and one of the world's most diversified casino-entertainment providers. Since 1937, Caesars Entertainment has grown through development, expansions, and acquisitions. Our resorts operate under brand names such as Caesars®, Harrah's®, Horseshoe®, and Eldorado®.

We focus on building loyalty and value with our guests through impeccable service, operational excellence, and technological leadership. The company is committed to its Team Members, suppliers, communities, and the environment through its PEOPLE PLANET PLAY framework. Our Caesars family is driven by our Mission, Vision, and Values: Together We Win, All In On Service, and Blaze the Trail.

Mission: Create the Extraordinary. Vision: Create spectacular worlds that immerse, inspire, and connect you. We don’t perform magic; we create it with excellence. #WeAreCaesars.

If you are ready to create some magic, we invite you to explore our dynamic, yet unique, career opportunities.

Key skills/competency

• Data Protection
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
• Microsoft 365 Security
• Cybersecurity
• Information Security
• Encryption
• Tokenization
• Data Classification
• SIEM Integration
• Compliance (PCI DSS, HIPAA, NIST)