Data Security Consultant

Do you want to be at the forefront of protecting our society against cyber threats? We are looking for a Data Security Consultant to team up with the most dedicated team of cyber specialists in our Secure Infrastructure domain.

About Truesec – A Leading Cybersecurity Company

Since 2005, Truesec has been a native cybersecurity company, driven by one single purpose: Creating safety and sustainability in a digital world by preventing cyber breach and minimizing impact. 

Over the years, we’ve earned the trust of organizations worldwide and gained a strong reputation internationally. Our team consists of dedicated specialists covering the entire spectrum of cybersecurity – with capabilities in Predict, Prevent, Protect, Respond, and Recover. 

Today, we employ around 350 employees – and as cybercrime grows, we need to grow. To support that goal, we are now looking for a Data Security Specialist who wants to guide our clients through their data security efforts in our Secure Infrastructure team. 

Secure Infrastructure

Looking at the actual threat landscape today, it’s more important than ever to design and build infrastructure solutions that incorporate correct and relevant security features. The team works closely together using their combined knowledge and experience gathered from different projects and Incident Response cases to help our customers stay ahead of the threat actors. We continuously help customers improve their security posture within cloud, data center, endpoint management, identity, M365, networking and now Data Security.

The Role

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, we see data security emerging as a critical business area within cybersecurity. With the exponential growth of sensitive data being generated, shared, and stored across different platforms, organizations face unprecedented challenges in protecting their most valuable asset: their information. 

As a Data Security Consultant at Truesec, you will play a pivotal role in helping clients protect their most valuable information. You will take ownership in configuring and optimising Microsoft Purview solutions and policies, managing data security configurations within Microsoft Information Protection, and deploying policies to protect critical assets across tools like Data Loss Prevention and Insider Risk Management. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on implementation, ensuring your contributions directly strengthen our clients’ data security posture and support the delivery of robust security solutions. 

Your Potential Background

• Experience in Microsoft Purview, including configuration, data classification, data lineage, and metadata management.

• Experience with Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions, including policy enforcement, incident investigation, and mitigation strategies.

• Familiarity with industry-standard data security frameworks, enabling you to apply best practices and structured approaches to safeguard sensitive information and support robust security solutions for our clients   

• An understanding of information protection strategies and tools, including encryption, rights management, and data classification solutions 

• Hands-on skills in configuring and troubleshooting security tools and technologies 

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders 

• Ability to deliver training and workshops, empowering clients and colleagues with practical knowledge of data security best practices   

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements such as GDPR, NIS2, ISO 27001 or similar data protection regulations. 

Bonus Skills

• Proficiency in information protection tools, including encryption, rights management, and data labeling solutions.

• Strong knowledge of data security frameworks and ability to develop security baselines for AI-driven projects.

• Technical acumen for implementing and troubleshooting data security systems.

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals.

• Experience conducting training sessions and workshops to educate employees on data security best practices.

• Understanding of AI technologies and the specific security risks they present, with experience implementing protective measures in AI projects 

• Experience integrating security into development and operational workflows, applying DevSecOps principles to enhance data protection throughout the project lifecycle 

Due to the sensitivity in our assignments, we require Swedish citizenship, citizenship in an EU country, or a Swedish work permit.

Due to Christmas holidays, selection and interviews will begin in January 2026.

Join Our Mission Toward a Safe Digital Future

If you truly want to make a difference and make our world a little bit safer, this is the place for you. At Truesec, you’ll get to be at the forefront of fighting cybercrime instead of reading about it in the news. This is your chance to be part of an exciting journey in a leading cybersecurity company – and learn from some of the best in their field.

So, are you ready to team up with the most dedicated team of experts and be part of a meaningful mission? Then we are excited to get to know you!

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