Overview

For our client, an international organization focused on information security and compliance, we are looking for a Data Protection Analyst (Microsoft Purview). This role will focus on protecting sensitive information, monitoring data protection controls, and supporting compliance initiatives across Microsoft 365 environments.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in data protection, information security, or compliance who are looking to further develop their expertise in Microsoft Purview and enterprise data governance.

Job description

  • Configure and support Microsoft Purview data protection solutions, including Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Sensitivity Labels
  • Monitor and investigate alerts related to potential data loss, unauthorized data handling, and policy violations
  • Analyze user activity and data movement to identify potential security and compliance risks
  • Escalate high-risk incidents and support incident response activities
  • Assist with the optimization and tuning of data protection policies to improve effectiveness and reduce false positives
  • Support data classification initiatives across Microsoft 365 workloads
  • Maintain documentation and contribute to compliance and audit activities
  • Collaborate with security, IT, legal, and HR stakeholders on investigations and risk management activities

Requirements

  • 2-5 years of experience in information security, data protection, governance, risk, or compliance
  • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview
  • Knowledge of data classification, information protection, and data governance principles
  • Experience working with Microsoft 365 services, including:
    • Exchange Online
    • SharePoint Online
    • Microsoft Teams
    • OneDrive
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and documentation abilities
  • Attention to detail and a proactive approach to risk identification
  • Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

We offer

  • Opportunity to work with leading Microsoft security and compliance technologies
  • Exposure to enterprise-scale data protection and governance initiatives
  • Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across security, compliance, and IT functions
  • Professional growth within a modern and evolving cybersecurity environment

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