Data Protection Specialist
Core
Design and implement Microsoft Data Protection solutions (Purview, Defender) for global enterprise clients, focusing on Zero Trust architectures, data governance, and AI security.
Role type
Senior IC Data Protection Specialist (Consulting)
Builds
Microsoft 365 security capabilities, data governance frameworks, and Zero Trust architectures for enterprise clients
Domain
Cybersecurity, Data Protection, Microsoft Cloud
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery
Required skills
Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender (Endpoint, Identity, Cloud), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Zero Trust architecture, Data classification and labelling, DSPM strategies, Compliance frameworks (GDPR, CCPA, ISO 27001), Risk assessment
Preferred skills
AI security concepts (model governance, data lineage), Microsoft Secure Score, Database and application data protection, Thought leadership in data privacy
Technologies
Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft 365
Responsibilities
Design and implement Zero Trust architectures using Microsoft security solutions; Lead deployment of Microsoft Purview and Defender suites; Develop data classification and retention policies; Conduct data protection risk assessments; Provide technical guidance on compliance and privacy controls; Deliver training to internal teams on Microsoft security tools
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with client-facing consulting responsibilities