Data Security Engineer

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Balchem Corporation develops, manufactures, and markets specialty ingredients that improve and enhance the health and well-being of life on the planet, providing state-of-the-art solutions and the finest quality products for a range of industries worldwide. Our corporate headquarters is located in Montvale, New Jersey and we have a broad network of sales offices, manufacturing sites, and R&D centers, primarily located in the US and Europe. Founded in 1967, Balchem is a publicly traded company (NASDAQ - BCPC) with annual revenues over $900 million and a market cap exceeding $4.0 billion. The company consists of three business segments: Human Nutrition & Health; Animal Nutrition & Health; and Specialty Products. Balchem employs over 1,400 people worldwide who are engaged in diverse activities, committed to developing the company into global market leadership positions. To learn more about our dynamic, stable and growing company, visit www.balchem.com.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Data Security Engineer is primarily responsible for managing, monitoring and implementing data security software across the enterprise. The position will be the primary contact for ensuring data integrity and security. Working in collaboration with other departments to form a data classification system. This individual will also work closely with IT Infrastructure, Operations and Security teams to ensure data software and standards are up to par with Balchem Security standards.

The incumbent will need to work with both internal and external resources to test the safety and security of the enterprise data including penetration testing and auditing. The incumbent may need to provide emergency support and assistance when new and emerging threats become known. Participation in project teams, assessing needs, requirements, examining benefits and recommending IT related solutions is an essential requirement of the position. This position has frequent contact with all aspects of the Information Technology Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Recommend & assist in the implementation of data hardening technologies

* Managing numerous DLP platforms including, Microsoft Azure DLP, Varonis, Etc ...

* Manage user data access permissions and data access requests

* Manage numerous platforms surrounding data security and integrity

* Develop, design and improve IT data security policies, procedures & processes across the enterprise

* Collaborate with other departments to identify sensitive data, and apply proper security

* Implementation of major system changes and integrations following the corporate change management policies

* Perform security access audits and develop/implement remediation plans

* Serve as liaison between staff and the technology department to resolve data security related issues

* Maintain and improve on the security access rights within file systems

* Review daily released Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures and assess against internal systems

* Follows all safety policies and procedures including use of safety equipment (PPE) and equipment safeguards

* Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

* 4+ years of prior relevant experience

* BS Degree within a Cyber Security related degree

* Extensive understanding of data classification and management

* Experience with Azure DLP (E5) platforms

* Preferable: Experience with Varonis

* Fundamental knowledge of SIEM platforms

* Forensic Cyber Security knowledge is preferred

* Working knowledge of Microsoft Operating systems (Windows 11, Server 2019 / 2022)

* Demonstrated interpersonal skills and abilities - particularly in the fashion of working with other department members on solutions.

* Skills at organizing resources and establishing priorities

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Some lifting and carrying of equipment is required, up to 40 pounds

* Travel between locations may be required (NY / NJ)

* Work involves extensive use of a desktop or laptop computer

* Most work is performed inside in a normal office environment

* Some work will be performed in an environmentally controlled server room

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Balchem is committed to a workplace culture that values and promotes diversity, inclusion, equal employment opportunities, and a work environment free of harassment and hostility.

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