Designing and implementing Microsoft Purview solutions to support data classification, labeling, retention, investigation, and governance requirements across enterprise environments. * Performing ...
Designing and implementing Microsoft Purview solutions to support data classification, labeling, retention, investigation, and governance requirements across enterprise environments. * Performing ...
Cyber Data Protection Manager
Detroit, MI · Remote
$109K - $148K/yr
DLP, sensitivity labels, data classification, DSPM, DSPM for AI, on-demand classification, or related Microsoft 365 data security capabilities * Knowledge of AI security and governance concepts ...
Cyber Data Protection Manager
Detroit, MI · Remote
$109K - $148K/yr
DLP, sensitivity labels, data classification, DSPM, DSPM for AI, on-demand classification, or related Microsoft 365 data security capabilities * Knowledge of AI security and governance concepts ...
Familiarity with data security posture management concepts such as data discovery, data classification, data access governance, posture management, and sensitive data remediation * Experience with ...
Familiarity with data security posture management concepts such as data discovery, data classification, data access governance, posture management, and sensitive data remediation * Experience with ...
Software Engineer
Ann Arbor, MI · Remote
SkySync is a leader in migrating and integrating files across the enterprise and has now evolved the product to address Data Governance and Classification. We are on a mission to provide our ...
Software Engineer
Ann Arbor, MI · Remote
SkySync is a leader in migrating and integrating files across the enterprise and has now evolved the product to address Data Governance and Classification. We are on a mission to provide our ...
Implement masking policies, row-level security, and data classification. * Support governance initiatives including tagging and metadata management. * Manage audit trails, access history, and ...
Implement masking policies, row-level security, and data classification. * Support governance initiatives including tagging and metadata management. * Manage audit trails, access history, and ...
IT Security Analyst
Lansing, MI · On-site
Monitor Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M) and corrective action plans. * Assist with system registration and data classification activities. * Collect and review security artifacts required for ...
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IT Security Analyst
Lansing, MI · On-site
Monitor Plans of Action & Milestones (POA&M) and corrective action plans. * Assist with system registration and data classification activities. * Collect and review security artifacts required for ...
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Collaborate with cybersecurity, legal, export control, and compliance teams to define and enforce data and AI governance, including access controls, data classification, and protection of sensitive ...
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Collaborate with cybersecurity, legal, export control, and compliance teams to define and enforce data and AI governance, including access controls, data classification, and protection of sensitive ...
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Manager, IT Security
Southfield, MI · On-site
Manages and optimizes the Microsoft Purview environment, including sensitivity labels, information protection policies, and data classification. * Owns the end-to-end Data Loss Prevention (DLP ...
Manager, IT Security
Southfield, MI · On-site
Manages and optimizes the Microsoft Purview environment, including sensitivity labels, information protection policies, and data classification. * Owns the end-to-end Data Loss Prevention (DLP ...
Manages and optimizes the Microsoft Purview environment, including sensitivity labels, information protection policies, and data classification. * Owns the end-to-end Data Loss Prevention (DLP ...
Manages and optimizes the Microsoft Purview environment, including sensitivity labels, information protection policies, and data classification. * Owns the end-to-end Data Loss Prevention (DLP ...
Manages and optimizes the Microsoft Purview environment, including sensitivity labels, information protection policies, and data classification. * Owns the end-to-end Data Loss Prevention (DLP ...
Manages and optimizes the Microsoft Purview environment, including sensitivity labels, information protection policies, and data classification. * Owns the end-to-end Data Loss Prevention (DLP ...
CYBER SECURITY ADMINISTRATOR
Wixom, MI · On-site
... use, data classification, and BYOD protocols. · Ensure compliance with regulatory standards related to Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and other protected data. · Administer phishing ...
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CYBER SECURITY ADMINISTRATOR
Wixom, MI · On-site
... use, data classification, and BYOD protocols. · Ensure compliance with regulatory standards related to Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and other protected data. · Administer phishing ...
Cyber Data Protection/PKI Manager
Detroit, MI · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
... Classification and Rights Management, Data Access Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Cloud Access Security Broker, Encryption, Certificate Lifecycle Management, Cloud Security, SaaS Security * 7+ ...
Cyber Data Protection/PKI Manager
Detroit, MI · On-site
$109K - $148K/yr
... Classification and Rights Management, Data Access Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Cloud Access Security Broker, Encryption, Certificate Lifecycle Management, Cloud Security, SaaS Security * 7+ ...
Manager, IT Security
Southfield, MI · On-site
... data classification. • Owns the end-to-end Data Loss Prevention (DLP) program strategy, implementation, and operational management. • Designs, deploys, and tunes DLP policies across endpoints ...
Manager, IT Security
Southfield, MI · On-site
... data classification. • Owns the end-to-end Data Loss Prevention (DLP) program strategy, implementation, and operational management. • Designs, deploys, and tunes DLP policies across endpoints ...
Experience implementing data governance controls including data classification, personally identifiable information handling, least-privilege access, encryption, secrets management, retention, audit ...
Experience implementing data governance controls including data classification, personally identifiable information handling, least-privilege access, encryption, secrets management, retention, audit ...
IT Security Analyst 164083
Lansing, MI · Hybrid
$27.59 - $47.59/hr
... Lead data classification activities as part of the SSP and ATO processes. · Collect, review, and validate security artifacts required for compliance assessments and audits. · Develop ...
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IT Security Analyst 164083
Lansing, MI · Hybrid
$27.59 - $47.59/hr
... Lead data classification activities as part of the SSP and ATO processes. · Collect, review, and validate security artifacts required for compliance assessments and audits. · Develop ...
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... Classification and Rights Management, Data Access Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Cloud Access Security Broker, Encryption, Certificate Lifecycle Management, Cloud Security, SaaS Security * 5+ ...
... Classification and Rights Management, Data Access Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Cloud Access Security Broker, Encryption, Certificate Lifecycle Management, Cloud Security, SaaS Security * 5+ ...
Support data discovery and classification across SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Exchange * Administer Purview Data Security Investigations (DSI) and support compliance investigations using ...
Support data discovery and classification across SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Exchange * Administer Purview Data Security Investigations (DSI) and support compliance investigations using ...
Support data discovery and classification across SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Exchange * Administer Purview Data Security Investigations (DSI) and support compliance investigations using ...
Support data discovery and classification across SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Exchange * Administer Purview Data Security Investigations (DSI) and support compliance investigations using ...
Data Governance & Classification * Define a long with develop and maintain attribute schemas, naming conventions, and classification rules (including 3D Classification) tailored to customer part ...
Data Governance & Classification * Define a long with develop and maintain attribute schemas, naming conventions, and classification rules (including 3D Classification) tailored to customer part ...
IT Security Analyst
Lansing, MI · On-site
Lead vulnerability scanning, data classification, and mitigation tracking. * Collaboration: Coordinate security requirements with cross-functional technical teams and vendors. Required Skills ...
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IT Security Analyst
Lansing, MI · On-site
Lead vulnerability scanning, data classification, and mitigation tracking. * Collaboration: Coordinate security requirements with cross-functional technical teams and vendors. Required Skills ...
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To thrive in Data Classification, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a background in data management or information science, often supported by a relevant degree. Familiarity with data classification tools, data loss prevention (DLP) systems, and certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) are commonly beneficial. Good communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills help you excel in collaborating with IT, compliance, and business teams. These competencies are critical for accurately categorizing data, maintaining security standards, and ensuring regulatory compliance across an organization.
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Job description
Deloitte's Cyber team helps organizations address evolving cyber threats with solutions that strengthen resilience, support compliance, and protect critical data. As part of this team, you will help clients design and implement Microsoft Purview capabilities that advance data governance, information protection, and regulatory compliance. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with clients on large-scale transformation efforts across assessment, design, implementation, and ongoing optimization.
Recruiting for this role ends on 12/31/2026.
Work you'll do
As a Senior Engineering Management Specialist on the Cyber team, you will be responsible for...
- Assessing client data governance and compliance environments and developing recommendations for Microsoft Purview capabilities, including Data Loss Prevention, Compliance Manager, eDiscovery, and Information Protection.
- Designing and implementing Microsoft Purview solutions to support data classification, labeling, retention, investigation, and governance requirements across enterprise environments.
- Performing technical health checks, discovery, and remediation activities for Microsoft Purview deployments, including audit, privileged access, and policy configuration reviews.
- Supporting proof of concept, deployment, integration, and post-implementation activities for Microsoft Purview and adjacent Microsoft security and compliance technologies.
- Advising clients on data governance strategy, lifecycle management, compliance monitoring, and operating model improvements to strengthen security posture and reduce risk.
A successful candidate would possess these skills:
- Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
- Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
- Ability to lead projects or workstreams
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to provide clear guidance to others
The team
Deloitte's Cyber team helps clients build trust in digital environments by protecting communications, products, and data from evolving threats. The practice supports organizations in strengthening access integrity, reducing cyber risk, and advancing secure, compliant operations across the enterprise.
Qualifications
Required:
- 4+ years of experience in technical consulting, client problem-solving, solution architecture, or solution design for Microsoft Purview or Microsoft data governance and compliance technologies
- 4+ years of hands-on experience implementing or operating Microsoft Purview capabilities, including data classification, labeling, protection, eDiscovery, data loss prevention, or compliance reporting
- 4+ years of experience designing and implementing data governance or compliance controls across Microsoft environments, including application integrations
- Bachelor's degree or master's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information security, engineering, information technology, or business administration
- Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
- Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.
Preferred:
- 3+ years of experience with data governance frameworks, data lifecycle management, or compliance programs
- 3+ years of experience implementing Microsoft security or compliance solutions focused on data governance
- Experience with Microsoft Purview capabilities such as Information Barriers, Insider Risk Management, Communication Compliance, Compliance Manager, or Audit
- Microsoft certification such as MS-102
- Industry certification such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $105,400 to $207,800.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Qualifications:Deloitte's Cyber team helps organizations address evolving cyber threats with solutions that strengthen resilience, support compliance, and protect critical data. As part of this team, you will help clients design and implement Microsoft Purview capabilities that advance data governance, information protection, and regulatory compliance. This role offers the opportunity to work directly with clients on large-scale transformation efforts across assessment, design, implementation, and ongoing optimization.
Recruiting for this role ends on 12/31/2026.
Work you'll do
As a Senior Engineering Management Specialist on the Cyber team, you will be responsible for...
- Assessing client data governance and compliance environments and developing recommendations for Microsoft Purview capabilities, including Data Loss Prevention, Compliance Manager, eDiscovery, and Information Protection.
- Designing and implementing Microsoft Purview solutions to support data classification, labeling, retention, investigation, and governance requirements across enterprise environments.
- Performing technical health checks, discovery, and remediation activities for Microsoft Purview deployments, including audit, privileged access, and policy configuration reviews.
- Supporting proof of concept, deployment, integration, and post-implementation activities for Microsoft Purview and adjacent Microsoft security and compliance technologies.
- Advising clients on data governance strategy, lifecycle management, compliance monitoring, and operating model improvements to strengthen security posture and reduce risk.
A successful candidate would possess these skills:
- Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
- Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
- Ability to lead projects or workstreams
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to provide clear guidance to others
The team
Deloitte's Cyber team helps clients build trust in digital environments by protecting communications, products, and data from evolving threats. The practice supports organizations in strengthening access integrity, reducing cyber risk, and advancing secure, compliant operations across the enterprise.
Qualifications
Required:
- 4+ years of experience in technical consulting, client problem-solving, solution architecture, or solution design for Microsoft Purview or Microsoft data governance and compliance technologies
- 4+ years of hands-on experience implementing or operating Microsoft Purview capabilities, including data classification, labeling, protection, eDiscovery, data loss prevention, or compliance reporting
- 4+ years of experience designing and implementing data governance or compliance controls across Microsoft environments, including application integrations
- Bachelor's degree or master's degree in computer science, cybersecurity, information security, engineering, information technology, or business administration
- Ability to travel up to 50%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve.
- Limited immigration sponsorship may be available.
Preferred:
- 3+ years of experience with data governance frameworks, data lifecycle management, or compliance programs
- 3+ years of experience implementing Microsoft security or compliance solutions focused on data governance
- Experience with Microsoft Purview capabilities such as Information Barriers, Insider Risk Management, Communication Compliance, Compliance Manager, or Audit
- Microsoft certification such as MS-102
- Industry certification such as Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Certificate of Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP), or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $105,400 to $207,800.
You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
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