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Cyber Data Protection Manager
Location
Illinois + 4 moreAll locations: Illinois, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Virginia
Posted
2 days ago
Salary
Not specified
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Title: Cyber Data Protection Manager - MSFT Purview
Location: Chicago United States
Job Description:
As a Cyber Data Protection Manager with a focus on Microsoft Purview, you will help clients design and implement enterprise data governance and compliance strategies using Microsoft's cloud-native tools. You will work with cross-functional teams to assess data protection risks, define governance frameworks, and deploy Microsoft Purview solutions that support regulatory compliance and business resilience.
From day one, you'll be empowered by the greater Cyber & Risk team to help clients make the moves that will help them achieve their vision and help you achieve more, confidently.
Your day-to-day may include:
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Leading the implementation of Microsoft Purview capabilities, including:
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Information Protection & Sensitivity Labels
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Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
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Insider Risk Management
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eDiscovery and Compliance Manager
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Data Lifecycle and Records Management
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Supporting clients in aligning Microsoft Purview with regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, and ISO 27001.
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Conducting current-state assessments of data governance and compliance programs.
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Developing future-state roadmaps and implementation plans for Microsoft Purview adoption.
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Collaborating with client stakeholders to define data classification, retention, and access policies.
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Supporting the integration of Microsoft Purview with Microsoft 365, Azure, and third-party platforms.
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Delivering workshops and training sessions to educate client teams on Microsoft compliance tools.
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Contributing to internal knowledge development and client proposal efforts.
You have the following technical skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Business, or a related field.
- Relevant certifications such as SC-400, CIPP, CIPM, CISSP, CISM, or other related certifications required
- 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity, data governance, or compliance consulting.
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview and Microsoft 365 compliance solutions.
- Strong understanding of data privacy regulations and risk management frameworks.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Copilot for Compliance and AI-driven governance tools.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders.
- Experience in project management and cross-functional team leadership.
The base salary range for this position in Chicago, IL only is between $144,000 and $216,000.
The base salary range for this position in New York, NY only is between $155,500 and $233,300.
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- Job Identification114629
- Job CategorySecurity & Privacy Risk Management
- Degree LevelBachelor's Degree
- Job ScheduleFull time
- Locations Chicago, IL, United States New York, NY, United States Charlotte, NC, United States Philadelphia, PA, United States Arlington, VA, United States
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