Technical Lead – Data Protection & Classification Programme
Remote Based
3 month Contract Initially (4 Days Per Week)
Role Purpose
We are seeking a Technical Lead to design and deliver our enterprise data classification and protection programme.
The role will lead the implementation of Microsoft Purview-based data discovery, labelling and protection controls, while also developing the supporting policies, standards and operating model required to embed data ownership and accountability across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
1. Programme Leadership
* Lead end-to-end delivery of the Data Classification & Protection programme
* Define roadmap, milestones, deliverables and success measures
* Manage pilot rollout (e.g. HR, Investor Relations, Finance) and phased enterprise deployment
* Report progress, risks and decisions to executive stakeholders
2. Technical Design & Implementation
* Design and implement Microsoft Purview configuration (data discovery, sensitivity labels, DLP, encryption)
* Ensure integration with M365, SharePoint, Exchange and structured data sources
* Establish monitoring, alerting and reporting mechanisms
3. Policy & Framework Development
* Develop and formalise:
* Data Classification Policy
* Data Handling & Protection Standard
* Data Retention & Lifecycle Policy
* Data Ownership & Stewardship Model