About the role

Senior Director Enterprise Data Protection guiding data governance strategy for Brown & Brown's global operations. Leading enterprise data protection initiatives in a hybrid-cloud model.

Responsibilities

Develop & Lead Strategy: Implement the Enterprise Data Protection Strategy, working in close partnership with the Chief Data Officer (CDO), Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), and Chief Technology Officer (CTO).
Build a Scalable Practice: Launch and scale a Data Privacy & Protection practice that covers discovery, classification, tagging, loss prevention, and encryption — aligned to evolving regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA).
Operationalize Controls: Define and oversee implementation of enterprise-wide policies, standards, technologies, and metrics to secure sensitive data wherever it resides — from on-prem to cloud to endpoint.
Establish Inventory & Classification Frameworks: Develop and maintain a comprehensive inventory of data assets, implementing risk-aligned classification and protection controls.
Enable the Business: Partner with delivery teams and business leaders to embed security into enablement, ensuring that privacy and protection accelerate — not inhibit — the pace of innovation.
Drive Awareness & Accountability: Serve as the evangelist for data protection across the enterprise, creating and delivering training, awareness, and change management programs.

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Security, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of progressive experience in data protection, privacy, or security leadership
15+ years of relevant experience with 5+ years in progressive leadership roles (Preferred)
Direct experience securing data across multi-national environments with geo-specific regulations (e.g., GDPR, LGPD, etc.) (Preferred)
Experience with Microsoft M365, hybrid cloud data centers, and related architecture (Preferred)
Industry experience in insurance, financial services, or other highly regulated environments (Preferred)
Expertise in Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategy and implementation
Deep understanding of data discovery, classification, tagging, protection, and related risks and controls
Hands-on experience with leading platforms such as Proofpoint, BigID, Varonis, etc.
Proven experience writing and socializing policies and governance frameworks at scale
Strong communication, facilitation, and cross-functional leadership skills
Experience managing and integrating third-party managed services for delivery at scale
Proven track record in matrixed, global, and hybrid team environments.

Health Benefits : Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Financial Benefits : ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
Mental Health & Wellness : Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
Beyond Benefits : Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.