About The Role FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Data Security & AI Specialist to work for our client within the retail sector. This is initially a 6 month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in Leeds. Our client is seeking Data Security & AI Specialist. This role establishes the retailer’s data security governance, DSPM, DLP, and AI‑related security controls. The specialist will work closely with GRC, data teams, and technology owners to define data frameworks, classify data assets, and implement controls across GCP and other cloud environments. The retailer is not currently PCI/GDPR compliant, making the uplift highly impactful. Responsibilities: Define and lead data security governance frameworks across the organisation. Support DSPM, DLP, and AI‑related security strategies across GCP and wider cloud platforms. Build data tagging, classification, and reporting structures. Partner with GRC on governance, policies, and regulatory alignment. Define controls, standards, and processes for data risk ownership. Identify opportunities for automation and tooling improvements. About You Strong background in data security, DSPM, DLP, or cloud data governance. Experience with GCP security services and cloud data architectures. Knowledge of GDPR, PCI DSS, and regulatory requirements. Experience designing data classification frameworks. Desirable: Experience with DSPM platforms (BigID, Securiti, OneTrust, Varonis). Experience with M365 DLP, GCP DLP, or enterprise DLP suites. Experience uplifting data governance functions in large organisations. About Us We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UKs leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 3,500 Consultants. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws. Why join us Career coaching, mentoring and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to re-skill and up-skill into new areas, develop non-linear career paths and build a skillset within your field Annual leave and work-place pension