Application Guide

How to Apply for Information Risk & Data Protection Analyst

at SOLV Energy

🏢 About SOLV Energy

SOLV Energy is a leader in solar energy development across North America, focusing on pioneering cleaner power solutions. Working here means contributing directly to sustainable energy infrastructure while being part of a company that values innovation in renewable technology. Their Bend, Oregon location offers a unique opportunity to work in the renewable energy sector from a scenic Pacific Northwest setting.

About This Role

This Information Risk & Data Protection Analyst role focuses specifically on protecting sensitive data within SOLV Energy's solar energy operations using Microsoft Purview tools. You'll be responsible for preventing data exfiltration in cloud applications and third-party data sharing environments critical to energy project management. Your work directly supports compliance with energy industry regulations like NERC CIP while protecting proprietary solar project data.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves monitoring Microsoft Purview alerts for unusual data movement across solar project systems, tuning DLP policies for new cloud applications, and collaborating with project teams on data handling practices. You might conduct a risk assessment for a third-party data sharing arrangement or document findings from an insider risk investigation for the SOC team.

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🎯 Who SOLV Energy Is Looking For

  • Has 2+ years of hands-on Microsoft Purview experience specifically with DLP, Information Protection, and Insider Risk Management modules
  • Understands how data protection applies to energy sector compliance frameworks (NERC CIP, SOX) and cloud-based project management systems
  • Can translate risk assessments into actionable plans for solar energy project teams and third-party contractors
  • Has experience monitoring data movement in environments with sensitive project data, financial information, and operational technology systems

📝 Tips for Applying to SOLV Energy

1

Quantify your Microsoft Purview experience - specify how many policies you've configured, what types of data you've protected, and alert volumes you've managed

2

Highlight any renewable energy or utilities sector experience, even if tangential - this shows understanding of NERC CIP and energy industry data concerns

3

Mention specific experience with cloud application data protection (like SharePoint Online or Teams) since solar projects often use collaborative cloud tools

4

Include examples of turning risk assessments into action plans - SOLV Energy specifically wants this translation capability

5

Reference their solar project portfolio in your application materials to show you've researched their specific business context

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview's three key modules (DLP, Information Protection, Insider Risk Management)", "How you've previously supported compliance with energy sector frameworks like NERC CIP or worked in regulated industries", 'Examples of translating risk assessments into practical action plans for business teams', "Why you're specifically interested in applying data protection skills to the solar energy sector"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → SOLV Energy's current solar projects across North America and their project lifecycle
  • → NERC CIP standards and how they apply to energy companies' data protection requirements
  • → Common cloud applications used in renewable energy project management and collaboration
  • → Bend, Oregon's tech and renewable energy ecosystem

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your process for configuring a DLP policy in Microsoft Purview for sensitive project data
2 How would you approach a risk assessment for third-party data sharing with solar project contractors?
3 Describe your experience with NERC CIP or other energy industry compliance frameworks
4 How do you prioritize and investigate DLP alerts in a fast-paced project environment?
5 What challenges specific to renewable energy companies should we consider in our data protection strategy?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Generic data protection experience without specific Microsoft Purview platform expertise
  • Focusing only on technical skills without demonstrating ability to create business action plans from assessments
  • No understanding of energy sector compliance requirements or regulated industry experience

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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